61 pages • 2 hours read
Brigid KemmererA Curse So Dark and Lonely
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2019A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
In A Curse So Dark and Lonely by Brigid Kemmerer, Harper, a girl from Washington, DC, is transported to the kingdom of Emberfall where she meets Prince Rhen, cursed to transform into a monster unless he finds love. Together, they combat external threats to Emberfall while exploring their feelings for each other, seeking to break Rhen's curse and save the kingdom. The story addresses themes of disability, grief, and violence.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Brigid Kemmerer's A Curse So Dark and Lonely is praised for its strong character development and an inventive twist on the "Beauty and the Beast" story, blending fantasy with contemporary elements. Critics commend the engaging plot but note some pacing issues and predictability. Overall, it's a compelling read for YA fantasy fans, despite minor flaws.
Who Should Read A Curse So Dark and Lonely?
Readers who enjoy A Curse So Dark and Lonely by Brigid Kemmerer are fans of young adult fantasy, especially those who appreciate modern retellings of classic fairy tales like Beauty and the Beast. Comparable to works such as A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas and Throne of Glass by Maas, these readers seek strong character development, romance, and adventure.
RecommendedReading Age
14-18yearsLexile Level
HL580LBook Details
Fantasy
Romance
Fairy Tale / Folklore