Gilded

Marissa Meyer

In this darkly enchanting retelling of “Rumpelstiltskin,” Serilda, a miller’s daughter gifted with a talent for telling fantastical tales, finds herself caught in the dangerous schemes of gods, spirits, and the Wild Hunt. When her stories draw the attention of a powerful and merciless king, Serilda must rely on her wit—and the mysterious forces surrounding her—to survive a bargain with deadly consequences. Blending gothic atmosphere, fairy-tale magic, and forbidden romance, the novel explores the power of storytelling, the costs of deception, and the struggle to claim one’s own fate.

Marissa Meyer

Trapped as ghosts within the haunted castle of Adalheid, Serilda and Gild must uncover the secrets of their curses and find a way back to their mortal lives before the Endless Moon arrives. Meanwhile, the Erlking plots to capture one of the seven gods and use its power to resurrect his lost love—an ambition that threatens to transform the mortal world forever. As dark forces gather, mythical creatures emerge, imprisoned children and restless spirits call for rescue, and the mystery of Gild’s forgotten name deepens. Blending eerie folklore, romance, adventure, and high-stakes magic, this richly imagined conclusion explores the enduring power of love, the cost of vengeance, and the courage required to challenge fate.