In a kingdom where magic is power, a cursed girl with forbidden secrets must choose between saving her family—or herself. What if the only way to break your family’s curse meant losing the one thing keeping you alive? In the glittering kingdom of Lumestra, magic isn’t just a gift—it’s the foundation of power, wealth, and status. For Cinderella, cursed to live without magic in a world that worships it, survival means serving as a shadow in her stepmother’s household. But everything changes when she discovers a mirror housing a trapped glass mage, Caius, who holds the secrets to breaking her family’s curse. As she trains in forbidden glass magic under Caius’s watchful eye, Cinderella draws the attention of the enigmatic Crown Prince Rilian, who sees the strength beneath her mask. But the cost of her growing power is steep, and hiding her magic in a court ruled by fear and ambition becomes a dangerous game. When her stepsisters’ jealousy threatens to expose her, Cinderella must risk everything to free her family and the glass mage—whose motives may not be as selfless as they seem—or lose herself to the curse that binds them all. Perfect for fans of Marissa Meyer and Naomi Novik, A Curse of Glass and Shadows is a spellbinding tale of forbidden magic, court intrigue, and the power of breaking free. Stay in the loop! Join Marie-Helene's newsletter for writing updates, sales, upcoming events, and special promotions at mhlebeaul(.).com