The Shepherd King Series By Rachel Gillig: 2 Books Set - Paperback

Rachel Gillig

Titles in This Set. One Dark Window (Book 1). Two Twisted Crowns (Book 2). Details. Condition: New. Format: Paperback. ISBN: 9780356519494 (One Dark Window) / 9780356519500 (Two Twisted Crowns). Publisher: Orbit (Little, Brown Book Group). Age Range: Adult / Older Teen (16+). Overview. The Shepherd King Series 2 Books Collection Set brings together Rachel Gillig's complete gothic fantasy duology in one brand-new paperback bundle. Following Elspeth Spindle and the ancient spirit she calls the Nightmare, this atmospheric, romance-laced fantasy has become a BookTok phenomenon, drawing comparisons to Uprooted and For the Wolf. Perfect for fans of slow-burn romance and morally grey magic, this set is a must-have for any dark fantasy shelf.. About the Books. One Dark Window introduces Elspeth Spindle, who carries a centuries-old spirit called the Nightmare inside her mind. It protects her and keeps her darkest secrets safe, but every bit of magic comes at a cost. When Elspeth crosses paths with a mysterious highwayman on a mist-shrouded forest road, she is drawn into a dangerous plot to cure her town of Blunder of a spreading dark magic. As she and her companion Ravyn race to collect the kingdom's Providence Cards, their attraction deepens even as the Nightmare's hold over Elspeth's mind tightens, threatening to consume her entirely.. Two Twisted Crowns picks up the story as Elspeth and Ravyn continue their race against the Solstice, hunting for the final and most dangerous Providence Card, the Twin Alders. Venturing further beyond Blunder's mist-cloaked forest, the pair must confront the consequences of choices made in the first book while the kingdom's corruption grows more perilous. This darker, higher-stakes conclusion delivers the emotional payoff readers have been waiting for, resolving Elspeth and Ravyn's romance alongside the mystery of the Nightmare.. Together, these two paperbacks form a complete, self-contained duology packed with shadowy court politics, slow-burn romantic tension, and a richly detailed magic system built around a deck of enchanted playing cards.. Complete two-book duology in one brand-new paperback set. Gothic, atmospheric fantasy world with an inventive card-based magic system. Slow-burn romantic tension between Elspeth and Ravyn across both books. A viral BookTok and romantasy favourite, ideal for fans of Hannah Whitten and Naomi Novik. Great value gift set for fantasy readers, collectors, and book club picks. Brand new condition, perfect for keeping or gifting. About the Author. Rachel Gillig was born and raised on the California coast. She is a writer and teacher with a B.A. in Literary Theory and Criticism from UC Davis. One Dark Window, her debut novel, quickly became a BookTok sensation and launched The Shepherd King duology, concluding with Two Twisted Crowns. Gillig's atmospheric prose and morally complex characters have earned praise from bestselling authors including Hannah Whitten.. Why You'll Love This Set. Immersive, moody, and unashamedly romantic, The Shepherd King duology delivers shadowy magic, a slow-burn romance, and a satisfying conclusion, all in one brand-new paperback set ready for your shelf.. Please Note: Cover art and ISBN reflect the current UK paperback edition as shown in the listing images.