The Ballad of Never After by Stephanie Garber is a fantasy romance and the sequel to Once Upon a Broken Heart, continuing Evangeline Fox’s journey in a world filled with enchantment, curses, and emotional deception. After being betrayed by Jacks, the Prince of Hearts, Evangeline is determined to reclaim control over her destiny and the magical future she believes was stolen from her.
Having discovered her own dormant magic, Evangeline sets out to restore her chance at a happily ever after. However, her plans are disrupted when a dangerous new curse emerges—one that threatens not only her life but also the lives of those around her.
Forced into an uneasy alliance with Jacks, Evangeline must navigate shifting loyalties, hidden motives, and powerful magic that blurs the line between love and manipulation. Although she struggles to trust him, she realises he may be the only one capable of helping her survive.
The Ballad of Never After by Stephanie Garber explores themes of trust, betrayal, destiny, sacrifice, and romantic tension, delivering a magical and emotionally charged story where hearts are as dangerous as curses.
