DESCRIPTION :

Cruel Beauty by Rosamund Hodge is a captivating blend of fantasy and romance that reimagines the classic tale of Beauty and the Beast with a dark and intricate twist. Set in a lush and mysterious world where magic and mythology intertwine, the story follows Nyx, a young woman destined to marry the sinister and enigmatic ruler of her kingdom, Ignifex. Trained from birth to kill him and break the curse that binds their land, Nyx finds herself drawn into a web of secrets and forbidden desires as she navigates the treacherous halls of Ignifex’s enchanted palace. Hodge’s lyrical prose and evocative world-building create a haunting atmosphere where love and betrayal collide, challenging Nyx to confront her own darkness while unraveling the mysteries of her past.