Dylan returns to Royal Hearts Academy for her senior year, only to find her childhood best friend and first crush, Jace Covington, has become a cruel "tyrant" determined to make her life difficult.

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Holly Black: (laughs) Well, I think that's one of the most fun parts of being a writer! For me, it's all about getting to know my characters, really understanding what makes them tick. I like to think about their motivations, their desires, and their flaws. I also love to explore the gray areas between good and evil – I think that's where the most interesting characters live.

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