The Wicked King (The Folk of the Air, #2)

Includes intense making out, sensual descriptions of desire, and a brief, semi-explicit sexual encounter.

Features assassinations, poisonings, physical torture, and various bloody skirmishes within the faerie courts.

Includes moderate use of profanity such as 'hell,' 'damn,' and 'bastard' throughout.

Very limited misuse of religious terms, as the setting focuses on pagan faerie folklore.

Characters frequently consume fairy wine and various poisons to build immunity or cause harm.

Characters deal with significant emotional trauma and toxic family dynamics, but no explicit self-harm.

Includes disturbing imagery of magical transformations and the cruel nature of the Folk.

The entire plot revolves around folk magic, glamours, curses, and ancient pagan rituals.

Includes secondary characters in same-sex relationships and fluid romantic interests.

Promotes a world of moral relativism where power and deception are necessary for survival.

Christianity is largely absent, though the faerie world is inherently antithetical to biblical morality.

Jude shows significant bravery and resilience while protecting her family and her position.

There is no mention of biblical faith or a Creator in this magical world.

Explores complicated, often toxic romantic feelings and a fierce, protective love for siblings.

The culture of Elfhame prioritizes vengeance and debt over mercy or true forgiveness.