Consequences of ambition and deceit from "summary" of The Cruel Prince by Holly Black
Ambition and deceit are two intertwined threads that run through the tapestry of our lives, shaping our destinies in ways we could never have imagined. In the world of Faerie, where power is everything, these two qualities are especially potent, capable of propelling individuals to great heights or plunging them into the depths of despair. At the heart of ambition lies the desire for more - more power, more influence, more control. It is a hunger that can never be truly satisfied, leading those consumed by it to take ever more extreme measures in pursuit of their goals. In the Court of Elfhame, ambition is a currency more valuable than gold, driving the fae to betray, manipulate, and deceive in their quest for supremacy. Deceit, on the other hand, is the shadow that lurks behind ambition, a necessary tool in the arsenal of those who seek to rise above their station. Lies and half-truths are the currency of the court, used to manipulate friend and foe alike in a deadly game of politics and power. But deceit is ...
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