SheWritesAtMidnight
She gave up everything for love: her voice, her home beneath the waves, even the tongues of her sisters. And still, he chose another.
Now Melody is cursed to have every step feel like walking on blades, and her only thought is vengeance. To reclaim what she gave up, Melody must gather four magical items hidden across a kingdom with cursed gardens and enchanted castles, where even the most innocent-seeming object can bring death.
When a rogue named Riven- rugged and clever- offers his help in exchange for a way into the prince's castle to steal his riches, Melody must decide whether to trust him, even as their uneasy alliance sparks something dangerous between them. Together, they set out on a quest to find the magical items, but the more Melody gathers, the more she realizes revenge may demand a price far greater than she ever imagined.
As the line between vengeance and obsession blurs, Melody must ask herself: how much is she willing to lose before the final spell is cast?