Once Upon a Broken Heart 2: The Ballad of Never After - Stephanie Garber

The Ballad of Never After by Stephanie Garber is the stunning sequel to the #1 bestseller Once Upon a Broken Heart, continuing the enchanting story of Evangeline Fox and the irresistible yet dangerous Prince of Hearts, Jacks.

After Jacks’ devastating betrayal, Evangeline swears she will never trust him again. But fate has other plans. When a new and deadly curse threatens everything she loves, Evangeline is forced into an uneasy alliance with the man who broke her heart.

As their fates intertwine once more, love and danger collide in a world of glittering magic, illusion, and deadly secrets. Every choice carries a price, every truth hides a lie, and every heartbeat draws Evangeline closer to a destiny she cannot escape.

With lyrical prose and breathtaking twists, Stephanie Garber crafts a captivating tale of longing, deception, and the fine line between love and destruction.

Main Themes of the Book

• Love and Betrayal: The complex, magnetic bond between Evangeline and Jacks.
• Magic and Fate: A world where every spell and choice comes at a cost.
• Trust and Deception: The danger of believing in someone who can’t be trusted.
• Hope and Heartbreak: The painful beauty of love that defies destiny.
• Power and Sacrifice: The courage to risk everything for what truly matters.

Why You Should Read This Book by Stephanie Garber

• Written by Stephanie Garber, author of the bestselling Caraval trilogy.
• A romantic fantasy sequel filled with tension, emotion, and dark enchantment.
• Deepens the magical world and relationships introduced in Once Upon a Broken Heart.
• Perfect for fans of Sarah J. Maas, Holly Black, and Renee Ahdieh.
• A breathtaking continuation that builds toward an unforgettable finale.

The Ballad of Never After by Stephanie Garber is a hauntingly beautiful tale of magic, heartbreak, and destiny. Both intimate and epic, it explores the fragile boundary between love and ruin, trust and temptation. With every page, readers are drawn deeper into a world where hearts can be broken — or remade — by the power of belief.