After Ever After (The Epilogue Chronicles Book 1)

About this book

Princess Auriella once believed in the sanctity of "Happily Ever After," but her faith dissolves when her husband dies in a bizarre, tragic accident. Bound by the rigid constraints of royal expectation and ancient magic, she is forced to embark on the Maiden Quest—a sacred, mandatory journey designed to guide her toward a new True Love. However, as she ventures into the shifting, surreal world beyond her own narrative, Auriella discovers that the fairy tales she was raised on are built on deception. In this subversive fantasy, Auriella realizes that princes are not always noble, villains are not always malicious, and the path ordained for her is less about romance and more about absolute control. Feeling trapped by the narrative forced upon her, she makes a defiant choice that fractures the foundation of her world. Featuring a fresh, whimsical take on classic tropes—including the popular enemies-to-lovers dynamic—Auriella’s journey is a high-stakes race for autonomy. As she navigates a landscape where every detail is enchanted, she must decide if she is willing to destroy the very concept of "Ever After" to finally claim her own freedom. Auriella refuses to follow the script, proving that the greatest danger wasn't losing her ending; it was being forced into one.