Return to the captivating world of Elfhame with this illustrated addition to the New York Times-bestselling Folk of Air trilogy that began with The Cruel Prince, by award-winning author Holly Black. Once upon a time, there was a boy with a wicked tongue. Before he was a cruel prince or a wicked king, he was a faerie child with a heart of stone. 1 New York Times bestselling author, Holly Black, reveals a deeper look into the dramatic life of Elfhame 39's enigmatic high king, Cardan. This tale includes delicious details of life before The Cruel Prince, an adventure beyond The Queen of Nothing, and familiar moments from The Folk of the Air trilogy, told wholly from Cardan's perspective. This new installment in the Folk of the Air series is a return to the heart-racing romance, danger, humor, and drama that enchanted readers everywhere. Each chapter is paired with lavish and luminous full-colour art, making this the perfect collector's item to be enjoyed by both new and old audiences.