Battle of wills and fight for survival from "summary" of The Cruel Prince by Holly Black
In the world of Faerie, power is everything. It is a realm where cunning and strength are prized above all else, and where weakness is a death sentence. In this treacherous land, every move is a calculated risk, every word a potential trap. At the heart of this brutal society is a constant battle of wills, a never-ending struggle for dominance. From the high courts to the dark alleys, everyone is locked in a deadly game of power and control. Those who can navigate this dangerous landscape with skill and cunning will thrive, while those who falter will be crushed beneath the weight of their own mistakes. Survival in Faerie is not guaranteed, and every day is a fight for life. The weak are weeded out quickly, their fates sealed by their own inability to adapt to the harsh realities of this world. To survive here, one must be ruthless and unyielding, always ready to do whatever it takes to stay alive. In this world of shadows and secrets, trust is a rare commodity. Betrayal lurks around every corner, and alliances are fragile at best. To let down one's guard is to invite disaster, and only the strongest and most cunning can hope to emerge victorious in this deadly game. In the midst of this chaos stands Jude, a mortal girl caught in the midst of a world she never asked to be a part of. She is faced with a choice - to embrace the cruelty and cunning of Faerie, or to risk everything in a desperate bid for freedom. But in a world where power is everything, can she hope to survive without becoming a monster herself?
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