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Cursed

Marissa Meyer (2022)

SubgenreFantasy Romance / Romantasy
Age groupYA 12-17
Content ratingPG-13
Pages (Chunky (400-600))
SettingNew York City
CSM age14

Content levels

ViolenceModerate
Sexual contentMild
LanguageMild

Protagonist archetypes

Duo / Partners

Synopsis

Serilda and Gild attempt to break the curses that tether their spirits to Adalheid’s haunted castle before the Endless Moon, when the Erlking means to capture one of the seven gods and make a wish to return his lover, Perchta, from the underworld. But as the story progresses, it becomes clear he doesn’t want just one god—he wants to capture all seven, and force them to bring down the veil that keeps the Dark Ones separate from the land of the mortals. Serilda and Gild must try to thwart his plans, all while solving the mystery of Gild’s forgotten name, freeing his younger sister who is trapped inside Gravenstone Castle, and trying to protect their unborn child. Romance, adventure, and Serilda’s journey to finding her power as a woman, a mother, and a partner make this a retelling that Meyer fans—old and new—will treasure.

Tags

Dark FantasyFairy Tale RetellingMythologyGods and Mortals

Is Cursed appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 14 and up.

A fantasy romance featuring cursed lovers racing against time to stop a dark king from capturing gods. Contains moderate supernatural violence, pregnancy themes, and romantic tension appropriate for teen readers.

What to know going in

This book has moderate violence, mild sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include captivity, death, and pregnancy (see the full list above).

Who'll love this

Teens will love the high-stakes adventure, mystery of Gild's forgotten identity, and the powerful romance between Serilda and Gild as they fight to protect their future.