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A twisted reimagining of the classic tale, *Malice* centers on Princess Aurora, heir to Briar’s throne, whose line is doomed by a curse that only true love can lift. The kingdom’s nobles focus on jewels and parties, not the fate of their future queen. Alyce, the Dark Grace, is a feared sorceress whose mysterious magic created Aurora’s curse. Despite her reputation, Aurora accepts Alyce’s help and urges her to embrace her powers. Together, they must confront the looming threat of the curse that will claim Aurora’s life within a year. This story subverts the expected happily‑ever‑after by having the villain‑turned‑ally fight to rewrite destiny.
The narrative explores themes of acceptance, redemption, and the power of love beyond traditional hero‑villain dynamics, offering a fresh perspective on familiar fairy‑tale tropes.
First publish date: 2021
Genre: Literary Fiction/Contemporary Literary Fiction
Authors: Heather Walter
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