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The Skazka Fairy Tales
Series · 5 books · 2021-2024

Books in series

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#1

The Scarlet Rose

A Beauty and the Beast Retelling

2021

A mafia heiress. A desperate bargain. A cursed wolf prince without hope. Nikita has one goal in life: to take her father’s place in the Bratva syndicate. While her sisters want nothing more than advantageous marriages to wealthy men, Nikita wants control of her own life. But when her father is tricked into a bargain with Gavriil, the prince of Skazka, to protect her family's legacy, Nikita has no choice but to steal the portal ring and take his place. Within the walls of the castle, she finds a spoiled royal, hallways filled with strange statues, and a magic she didn’t know existed. Tasked with finding a way to break the curse, Nikita spends hours pouring over ancient texts, looking for answers—and a way out. Her one reprieve is her music. After finding the hidden piano room, she takes her refuge there. Soon, so does Gavriil. Suddenly, the broody enemy is becoming a friend—or something more. Passions ignite and Nikita must do all she can to save the prince and his people from the curse that could destroy them. Time is running out. Each day, Gavriil turns more and more into a wolf, losing his human emotions and memories. If Nikita can’t break the curse, there will be no trace of Gavriil left, and he’ll become the monster he’s always feared himself to be—forfeiting his humanity, and heart, forever. The Scarlet Rose is a retelling of the traditional Russian Beauty and the Beast fairytale. Set in the world of Skazka, this complete stand-alone novel is full of banter, heart, found family, and romance!
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#2

The Golden Slipper

A Cinderella Retelling

2022

A girl with a dream. A prince without magic. A masquerade ball that changes their lives forever. The Golden Slipper is a retelling of the traditional Russian Cinderella fairytale. Set in the world of Skazka, this complete stand-alone novel is full of slow-burn romance, banter, strong friendships, and heart! \*Full synopsis and cover to come Winter 2021
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#3

The Poisoned Princess

A Snow White Retelling

2023

An arranged marriage. Seven rugged warriors. A plan to take back the kingdom. Princess Ivanna Sergeevna has been a captive in her own castle for most of her life. Her every move watched by her cruel stepmother, her father gone without a trace, she spends her days sneaking down to the kitchens and dreaming of the day her arranged marriage becomes reality. After all, the letters she and the prince have been exchanging make him seem like someone she can call a friend and she can use one of those. But when her stepmother tries to kill her, Ivanna has no choice but to flee, finding a refuge in an out-of-the-way cottage in the magical forest, occupied by seven rugged bogatyrs—mysterious knights she’s only heard whispers of within the castle gossip mill. The most mysterious—and annoyingly handsome—Dimitri, seems to have a bone to pick with her, and she has her own misgivings about the so-called hero. But Ivanna isn’t just a damsel in distress and has a plan. It involves getting back to her prince and taking the queen off the throne, once and for all. But with the close proximity to the knight, a magical bunny, and the whole band of brothers, everything Ivanna has thought about the world is put to the test. When the time comes, she’ll have to choose between her duty to the kingdom and her heart. Is she strong enough to make the choice that can cost her her happily ever after? A Curse So Dark and Lonely meets Divine Rivals in this standalone retelling of the traditional Russian Snow White fairytale. Set in the world of Skazka, this full length novel is full of swoony grumpy sunshine romance, found family, forced proximity and adventure! \\The Poisoned Princess is a complete standalone set in the world of Russian fairytales. Journey back to Skazka or begin your adventure for the first time with this enchanting tale. Each book in the Skazka Fairy Tales series can be read on its own and in any order. Happily ever after guaranteed!
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#4

The Cursed Beauty

2024

A search for a suitor. An inescapable curse. A love that overcomes even magic. Everyone in the kingdom knows the tale of their cursed princess, doomed to fall into an eternal slumber when she turns nineteen. As Princess Alyona’s birthday approaches, her parents are determined to find her a suitable match. After all, only a kiss will break the inevitable curse, and no one kisses the princess but her prince. Unfortunately for all concerned, the competition to win the princess’s heart has done nothing but discourage Alyona on the notions of romance. With only her bodyguard for company, she finds comfort in the one thing she does love—dance. Nikolai, the son of the palace cook, is the last person Alyona expected to find guarding her. Her childhood best friend is different now that he’s back from the military. All grown up and more gorgeous—and frustrating—than anyone she’s ever met. Their connection is undeniable, but so is the law. He can’t be in the running to be her suitor, to break her curse. Princess Alyona must marry someone of noble blood, even if she’s never met a prince who can dance like Nikolai. With the parade of nobles going through the palace, and her parents in a panic over her fateful, upcoming birthday, Princess Alyona knows she’s running out of time. But how can she choose between the kingdom she loves, and her own heart? Can true love’s kiss really conquer all? The Cursed Beauty is a standalone retelling of the traditional Russian story of Sleeping Beauty. Set in the fairy tale world of Skazka, this full length novel is for fans of bachelorette competitions, forbidden bodyguard/princess romance, forced proximity, and all the cozy fantasy feels. \\\*Each book in the Skazka Fairy Tales series can be read on its own and in any order. Happily ever after guaranteed!
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#5

The Princess Test

2024

A bookish girl. A cursed prince. A tiny dried legume that changes their lives forever. Konstantsiya has one mission in to finish all the books on her reading list. Lost in the pages of a book, she would rather hide under the stairs with her best friend than attend any social gatherings. But when a royal decree announces a ball, she thinks this is her one chance to see the royal library. Finding the library proves to be easy. What she doesn’t expect is the prince. Gorgeous, kind Prince Vladimir is everything she was taught royals are not and when he invites her to visit the library whenever she wishes, Konstantsiya can’t say no. Spending time with the prince wasn’t on her list, but she can’t deny their connection. When secrets force them apart, she’ll need a miracle to find her happily ever after. Or maybe just an uncomfortable mattress and a magical pea… Set in the world of Skazka, The Princess Test is a standalone cozy fantasy retelling of Russian Princess and the Pea fairytale. This novella is a sweet and swoony romance, with just enough magic to brighten up your day. \\\*The Princess Test is a complete standalone set in the world of Russian fairytales. Journey back to Skazka or begin your adventure for the first time with this enchanting tale. Each book in the Skazka Fairy Tales series can be read on its own and in any order. Happily ever after guaranteed!

Author

Valia Lind
Valia Lind
Author · 32 books

USA Today Bestselling Author. Photographer. Artist. Born and raised in St. Petersburg, Russia, Valia Lind has always had a love for the written word. She wrote her first published book on the bathroom floor of her dormitory, while procrastinating to study for her college classes. Upon graduation, she has moved her writing to more respectable places, and has found her voice in Young Adult fiction. In 2015, her YA thriller, Pieces of Revenge, was the recipient of the Moonbeam Children's Book Award. You can visit her online at http://valialind.com or follow her on Instagram, where she spends way too much time, @ValiaLind. For a free book, sign up for her newsletter —> https://dl.bookfunnel.com/f0t1xi1qmr

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