How the King of Elfhame Learned to Hate Stories

The Folk of the Air.

Holly Black offers a captivating look into the life of Cardan, the enigmatic High King of Elfhame, before and after the events of The Folk of the Air trilogy.

Told entirely from Cardan’s perspective, this companion novel explores his journey from a lonely faerie child to a powerful and complex ruler. Filled with romance, danger, humor, and beautifully illustrated artwork, the book expands the magical world of Elfhame while giving readers a deeper understanding of one of the series’ most beloved characters.