The Drowned Woods (Hodder & Stoughton)

Part heist novel, part dark fairy tale, and rich with Welsh legends, The Drowned Woods is an ethereal fantasy, set in the same world as The Bone Houses but with a whole new, unforgettable cast of characters. The right cause can topple a kingdom... Once upon a time, the kingdoms of Wales were rife with magic and conflict - and Mer is well-acquainted with both.

For years, she has been running from the prince who bound her into his service - and forced her to kill thousands with her water magic. Now, all Mer truly wants is a quiet life, far from power and politics. But then Mer's old handler offers her a proposal: use her powers to bring down the very prince that abused them both.

With the help of a fae-cursed man, a snarky thief, and a corgi that may or may not be a spy, Mer must decide if she's prepared to run for the rest of her life, or to stand and fight for her freedom - and peace...