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Synopsis
**Love too grand, it kills.** Mara never intended to set foot in Ilya again. But when the king makes a life-altering decision, her interest is piqued, and Death is determined to understand Kitt Azer’s mind if he is destined to join her in the Mors. Spending time with the king while observing the castle’s inhabitants reminds Mara that there is more to life than just death. There is love. But even the purest of intentions spur revenge and the pursuit of power. And fate will have its way with all of them—to live, to rule, to love, and most certainly, to die….
Is Fearful: A Powerless Story (The Powerless Trilogy) appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 14 and up.
A supernatural romance featuring Death as a character exploring humanity and love through observing a king. Contains moderate thematic elements around mortality, power, and fate, with romantic tension and court intrigue.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, moderate sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include death, grief, and power imbalance.
Who'll love this
Teens will enjoy the unique romance between Death personified and a mortal king, exploring what it means to be human through a supernatural lens.