They’re no longer prisoners to the fae court, but now two elven sisters are each bound by shackles of the heart—the sequel to the national bestseller Faebound, hailed as “a devastatingly romantic and breathtaking fantasy” (Tasha Suri). United by war. Betrayed by destiny. Cursed by love. Yeeran was born for war but is unprepared for love. She has left her new lover, the Queen of the fae, to return to her homeland, only to find that her former lover now threatens war against the fae.    Left behind, her sister Lettle is determined to break the curse that binds the fae to their realm. When a stranger appears in the city, Lettle is convinced he’s the key. But the Fates that once spoke to her have fallen silent. Can Lettle and Yeeran discover the secret behind the curse—and unite these two worlds before they destroy each other? Don’t miss any of Saara El-Arifi’s magical Faebound Trilogy: FAEBOUND • CURSEBOUND Praise for Faebound “[A] beguiling first installment . . . replete with magic, secrets, and romance beyond [the characters’] wildest imaginings . . . [Saara] El-Arifi is off to a great start.” — Publishers Weekly “ Faebound is a devastatingly romantic and breathtaking fantasy. Opulent and sweeping, this book is unforgettable.” —Tasha Suri, award-winning author of The Jasmine Throne “The most exciting story I’ve read in a long time: Dangerous women and beautiful, cutthroat fae—what more could a reader ask for?” —Namina Forna, New York Times bestselling author of The Gilded Ones “Full of magic, intrigue, heart-stopping romance, and the fierce bonds of sisterhood, Faebound is an exhilarating ride into a world of dangerous secrets and dazzling possibilities. Be ready to lose your heart along the way.” —Kate Heartfield, bestselling author of The Embroidered Book “The most imaginative take on a steamy faerie court I’ve read in forever, with a cascade of epic twists that will leave readers gasping.” —Laura Steven, bestselling author of Every Exquisite Thing “Exquisite fantasy, with a complex, mysterious, and sumptuous world of elves, fae, and gloriously compelling romance—so enthralling, it has wrapped its magic around my heart and set it alight.” —Hannah Kaner, internationally bestselling author of Godkiller “Immersive, inclusive, and impressive—this fantasy takes hold of your heart and refuses to let go.” —Thea Guanzon, USA Today and New York Times bestselling author of The Hurricane Wars “ Faebound is the book I've been looking for my whole life: full of compulsive twists and turns, framed within a deeply refreshing, innovative, and sweeping world that pulled me in from the first page.” —Ayana Gray, New York Times bestselling author of Beasts of Prey Saara El-Arifi is the internationally bestselling author of The Ending Fire Trilogy and the Faebound Trilogy inspired by her Ghanaian and Sudanese heritage. She has lived in many countries, had many jobs, and owned many more cats. After a decade of working in marketing and communications, she returned to academia to complete a master’s degree in African studies alongside her writing career. El-Arifi knew she was a storyteller from the moment she told her first lie. Over the years, she has perfected her tall tales into epic ones. She currently resides in London as a full-time procrastinator. Chapter 1 Yeeran Yeeran wasn’t alone in the forest. Though she saw nothing and no one, she felt her skin prickle like she was being watched. It had been five days since Yeeran and Pila had left Mosima. Five days since she’d learned of the fae’s involvement with Crescent district. And as each day passes more and more of my tribe die by their hand. The thought was for her alone, but Pila answered her. Furi said they were recalling the fae soldiers from Crescent. What if we’re too late? Her obeah didn’t reply and Yeeran was glad of it because she could no longer think about the death that was sure to meet her in Waning. They pushed further into the forest, Yeeran’s feeling of unease increasing. Though the journey across the Wasted Marshes had been arduous, she’d been thankful that she hadn’t crossed paths with anyone else. Yet. Pila, can you sense anyone nearby? Pila raised her snout to the lilac sky and sniffed. I don’t smell anything. To Yeeran the air smelled like moss and swamp water but she knew Pila’s nose could detect far more than hers. Are you sure? Yeeran asked. I feel like someone is watching us. Only the animals and plants, Pila confirmed. The Wasted Marshes was a harsh landscape with as many poisonous plants as there were animals. The soil was boggy and often turned into quicksand beneath your feet before you knew it. They entered a clearing where the earth was more solid. Circled by cypress and eucalyptus trees, it would provide some element of shelter from the weather. And with the sky darkening around them it was sure to rain come sunset. A perfect place to camp. Yeeran