Once Upon a Broken Heart 1 - Stephanie Garber

Once Upon a Broken Heart by Stephanie Garber, bestselling author of the Caraval trilogy, introduces readers to a new magical world filled with romance, enchantment, and perilous desires.

Evangeline Fox, a hopeless romantic raised in her father’s curiosity shop, believes in fairy tales — until her heart is shattered when the man she loves decides to marry another. In a desperate attempt to stop the wedding, she strikes a deal with the infamous Prince of Hearts, a Fate whose kiss is said to be fatal and whose bargains never end well.

But every wish comes with a cost. As Evangeline fulfills her end of the bargain, she finds herself drawn deeper into a dangerous web of magic, deception, and temptation. The line between love and curse blurs as she discovers that some fairy tales aren’t about happy endings — but about surviving the heartbreak.

Richly atmospheric and emotionally gripping, Once Upon a Broken Heart weaves together romance, fate, and fantasy in a spellbinding start to a new series set in the universe of Caraval.

Main Themes of the Book

• Love and Betrayal: The cost of believing in true love when faced with heartbreak.
• Magic and Fate: The irresistible power of deals, curses, and dangerous wishes.
• Hope and Desperation: How far one will go to hold onto love.
• Myth and Mystery: The haunting allure of the immortal Prince of Hearts.
• New Beginnings: The courage to rebuild after loss and deception.

Why You Should Read This Book by Stephanie Garber

• From Stephanie Garber, the #1 Sunday Times bestselling author of Caraval.
• A new romantic fantasy series full of emotion, magic, and intrigue.
• Introduces unforgettable new characters and expands the Caraval universe.
• Perfect for fans of Holly Black, Sarah J. Maas, and Renée Ahdieh.
• A story that captures the thrill of first love, heartbreak, and second chances.

Once Upon a Broken Heart is a mesmerizing blend of fairy tale and fantasy, where love can save or destroy and every choice carries a price. Stephanie Garber once again enchants readers with her lyrical storytelling, unforgettable characters, and a world where hearts break, dreams shimmer, and magic always comes with a twist.