Damsel

By: Evelyn Skye

Narrated by: Imani Jade Powers

A damsel in distress takes on the dragon herself in this epic twist on classic fantasy—based on a screenplay by Dan Mazeau comes a groundbreaking collaboration between New York Times bestselling author Evelyn Skye and the team behind the upcoming Netflix film Damsel, starring Millie Bobby Brown.

A price must be paid.

Elodie never dreamed of a lavish palace or a handsome prince. Growing up in the famine-stricken realm of Inophe, her deepest wish was to help her people survive each winter. So when a representative from a rich, reclusive kingdom offers her family enough wealth to save Inophe in exchange for Elodie’s hand in marriage, she accepts without hesitation. Swept away to the glistening kingdom of Aurea, Elodie is quickly taken in by the beauty of the realm—and of her betrothed, Prince Henry.

But as Elodie undertakes the rituals to become an Aurean princess, doubts prick at her mind as cracks in the kingdom’s perfect veneer begin to show: A young woman who appears and vanishes from the castle tower. A parade of torches weaving through the mountains. Markings left behind in a mysterious “V.” Too late, she discovers that Aurea’s prosperity has been purchased at a heavy cost—each harvest season, the kingdom sacrifices its princesses to a hungry dragon. And Elodie is the next sacrifice.

This ancient arrangement has persisted for centuries, leading hundreds of women to their deaths. But the women who came before Elodie did not go quietly. Their blood pulses with power and memory, and their experiences hold the key to Elodie’s survival. Forced to fight for her life, this damsel must use her wits to defeat a dragon, uncover Aurea’s past, and save not only herself, but the future of her new kingdom as well.

Dragon Language by Reese Skye.

Critic reviews

“Elegant and explosive, Damsel has all the fantasy, beauty, dragons, and intrigue of Game of Thrones, elevated by a feminist lens and a powerful heroine—a long line of heroines—determined to do right by the world and by her fellow women.”—Delilah S. Dawson, New York Times bestselling author of Star Wars: Phasma and The Violence

“A must-read novel by a must-read author, this brilliant story sparkles with adventure, unexpected love, and stunning twists expertly crafted. Block off an entire day—you’re not going to want to put Damsel down.”—Beth Revis, New York Times bestselling author of Give the Dark My Love and Night of the Witch

“With deft prose and intricate invention, Damsel brings the perfect spin to a fantasy fairy tale.”—Chloe Gong, #1 New York Times bestselling author of These Violent Delights

Listened to this before the movie

Great book. Very interesting and fast paced. I loved the character and how strong she is.

This is my 10th time listening to this audiobook.

I saw this on Nextflix and immediately searched to see if there was a book version. This one has so much more vivid color. The author and her brilliant daughter brought this story to life. One of my go-to books!

Loved the movie and the book!!!

While I found the movie before the book, I love both!! Of course the movie varies in some ways from the original story, but the overall story remains the same. I thought the actors were wonderful in the movie, and the narrator was perfect for the audiobook. None of this would have mattered if the story had not been superb however. I can't recommend it more. Just lovely, all the way around.

Great tale of Girl who refused to be a damsel

i enjoyed the overall story. I love the insights on Elodie and her struggles to survive. I will stay I truly appreciate the changes the movie made to the story, mostly the ending. It makes some things make more sense verses the book.

Very cute

A very cute, easy read. Great for a book hangover cleanse. I watched the movie on Netflix first and thought it was good. But obviously the book is better.