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A Fate So Cold

A Fate So Cold #1 / 2
by Amanda Foody, C.L. Herman
A Fate So Cold (A Fate So Cold #1) by Amanda Foody, C.L. Herman
⧗ 8.00 / 1
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Of the three hundred and eighty-six wands in the nation of Alderland, Valmordion is the most famous and the most feared. Tremendously powerful and unspeakably dangerous, it has only bonded with a magician when a great cataclysm looms on the horizon. Now, for the first time in over two centuries, it has awakened once more.

Domenic Barrow has witnessed the price of power firsthand and sworn never to seek it—but destiny hasn’t granted him a choice. After Domenic is forced to submit himself as a candidate to wield Valmordion, he is horrified when the great wand chooses him.

Ellery Caldwell has spent a lifetime diligently striving for a wand in order to help protect her country from its destructive magical winters. So she’s devastated when Valmordion chooses someone so undeserving, so ungrateful. Until she creates a brand new wand, a feat no magician has accomplished in known memory.

Now, as the two most powerful magicians in Alderland, Domenic and Ellery are faced with the seemingly impossible task of discovering the cataclysm and thwarting it. But amidst icy natural disasters, political unrest, and brewing romance, each of them is confronted with an unthinkable truth.

Domenic believes the cataclysm is Ellery. Ellery believes the cataclysm is Domenic. And their only option to see their destinies fulfilled and Alderland saved is for one of them to slay the other.

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FantasyYoung Adult
Release date: November 4, 2025 (Tor Teen)

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Amanda Foody

Amanda Foody

Amanda Foody’s world is one where magic pulses through every page and every character has a story worth telling. A writer who blends her love for intricate plots with a fascination for fantastical realms, she’s carved out her own niche in the fantasy genre. Whether she's inventing complex magical systems or diving deep into the emotional landscapes of her characters, Amanda’s writing captivates readers with its heart-pounding energy and an almost lyrical sense of adventure.

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Born and raised in Pennsylvania, Amanda’s early years were spent crafting stories filled with wonder, magic, and the occasional monster. After earning a degree in English Literature from the College of William & Mary, she returned to the page with a fierce determination to share the worlds she built in her head with readers around the world.

In her debut The Shadow Game series, she introduced readers to a high-stakes world of magic, treachery, and dangerous alliances—a hallmark of her storytelling style that combines deep emotional connections with breathless action. Since then, Amanda has built on that foundation with works like All of Us Villains, co-authored with Christine Lynn Herman, which quickly became a fan favorite for its unique spin on the YA fantasy genre. Her works have found a home in top literary circles, including publications like Buzzfeed, Popsugar, and Culturess.

What sets Amanda apart in the crowded field of fantasy is her knack for creating nuanced characters and morally complex worlds. Her stories often explore themes of destiny, power, and identity, weaving together intense personal stakes with wide-reaching, world-changing conflicts. It’s this blend of deep character exploration and high-stakes drama that leaves readers eagerly anticipating what comes next.

When she's not bringing her next magical world to life, Amanda enjoys culinary experiments (with a particular affection for cooking up recipes inspired by her books) and sharing her creative journey with her readers.

As she continues to expand her magical universes—Wilderlore fans can look forward to The Night Compass in 2024—Amanda Foody remains one of the brightest voices in modern fantasy. If you’re looking for sweeping adventures, unforgettable characters, and a touch of magic in every corner, Amanda’s books are waiting for you.

A Fate So Cold

A Fate So Cold consists of one book and series is set to expand with the upcoming release of one more book. The current recommended reading order for the series is provided below.

A Fate So Cold (A Fate So Cold #1)
⧗ 8.00 / 1
A Destiny So Cruel (A Fate So Cold #2)
⧗ 8.00 / 1


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