57 pages • 1 hour read
Stephanie GarberThe Ballad of Never After
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2022A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
The Ballad of Never After follows Evangeline Fox as she navigates a web of curses and ancient magic in an effort to save her husband, Prince Apollo, who awakens with new curses that endanger them both. Evangeline partners with the enigmatic Fate, Jacks, and together, they seek powerful stones to unlock the Valory Arch, encountering danger, betrayal, and evolving feelings along the way. The book contains discussions of manipulative or abusive relationships and violence.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
The Ballad of Never After by Stephanie Garber enchants readers with its vivid prose and imaginative world-building. While many praise its emotional depth and plot twists, some criticize the pacing and character development. Overall, it is a captivating read for fans of Garber's previous works but may leave others wanting more balance.
Who Should Read The Ballad of Never After?
Readers who would enjoy The Ballad of Never After by Stephanie Garber are fans of young adult fantasy and romance. Similar to those who love the intricate world-building in Sarah J. Maas's A Court of Thorns and Roses series and the enchanting characters in Leigh Bardugo's Shadow and Bone, these readers appreciate magical adventures with strong, emotional stakes.