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The Prince of Mourning

by Jenn Bennett

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Why Read This?

You'll be immersed in a spooky, atmospheric tale where emotional depth and forbidden love deliver satisfying angst.

Synopsis

Belladonna by Adalyn Grace meets A Study in Drowning in this sizzling gothic romantasy that follows the forbidden romance between a young nurse and a mysterious young man imprisoned by a dangerous occultist. After receiving a strange summons, eighteen-year-old nursing student Molly O’Rinn finds herself the private live-in nurse for a wealthy young man in his haunting Hudson Valley mansion. But after arriving at his secluded estate, Molly discovers that her handsome employer is not what he seems, and most surprising of all is what rests deep inside the mansion’s walls. Perhaps not what, but who … A young man about Molly’s age—at least in appearance—is a prisoner of the estate, locked behind magical barriers. Nin is royalty, the son of a legend. He is not human, not of this world…and not like anyone Molly has ever met. Molly should stay away from him. But Nin is a terrifying yet strangely attractive being, and soon both Molly and Nin find themselves drawn to each other, sparked by a connection neither of them can deny. But as the two become entangled in a forbidden affair, outside forces start to press in. Because Nin’s legendary father is looking for his son, and he’s not the only one. To keep Molly safe, Nin must find a way back to his realm or suffer the consequences. Even if it means choosing his princely duty over love.

At a Glance

3.52 ★ Goodreads
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Endingspoiler
PairingM/F
Romance Pacingslow burn

Top Tropes

captive romanceforced proximityhidden identity

Mood

broodingemotionaldarksecretiveatmospheric

Book Details

Goodreads Rating

3.52 ★

Page Count

464 pages

Published

2025

Primary Genre

Ya Romantasy

Pairing

M/F

POV

First Person

Romance Pacing

Slow Burn

Audiobook

Available

Yes

Format

Standard

Narrator

Unknown Narrator

Narrator Count

Single

Tropes

RomanceMagicActionAngstWorld
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Mood & Vibe

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Characters

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Spice Details 🌶️

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deathemotional abusekidnappingmurderparental abusetraumaviolencecaptivitygriefstalking

World & Setting

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Reading Context

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