The Swan's Daughter

In this whimsically narrated novel by New York Times bestselling author Roshani Chokshi, Prince Arris faces a dire fate: marriage means murder due to a curse tied to a wish from a sea witch. As a tournament of brides unfolds at Rathe Castle, Arris grapples with the motives of eligible bachelorettes, knowing he must find true love to avoid becoming a sentient tree. When he encounters Demelza, a veritas swan who can reveal the truth, the two must navigate a dangerous game of love, deception, and survival, learning that the greatest bravery lies in seeking a life worth living.