Hundred Kingdoms by Alexandra Christo 2 Books Collection Set - Young Adult - Paperback

Titles in This Set:
To Kill a Kingdom
Princess of Souls

Format: Paperback

Overview:
Dive into the Hundred Kingdoms with this gripping two-book collection from Alexandra Christo. To Kill a Kingdom introduces Princess Lira, siren royalty who has claimed the hearts of seventeen princes, ruling the seas with a blade as sharp as her will. Yet fate twists cruelly when the Sea Queen punishes her by turning Lira into a human, stripping away her song and forcing a deadly bargain: deliver Prince Elian’s heart by the winter solstice, or remain human forever. Elian, heir to the most powerful realm, longs to end the siren threat, but a chance rescue of a drowning stranger draws him into a perilous web of secrets. The companion title, Princess of Souls, continues the dark, lyrical saga with a new heroine—Selestra—bound to a deadly festival and the possibility of immortality through a dangerous bargain. Together, these novels blend dark fantasy, mythic romance, and high-stakes intrigue in a tale of power, destiny, and resilience. This two-book collection is ideal for readers who crave immersive world-building, sharp wit, and edge-of-your-seat twists from a modern YA master.

What This Collection Covers:
Across the two novels, the Hundred Kingdoms explores themes of power and rebellion, identity and sacrifice, and the tension between fate and agency. To Kill a Kingdom juxtaposes ruthless ambition with impossible love, reimagining mermaid folklore through a courtroom of cruel choices and moral gray areas. Princess of Souls shifts toward fate versus free will within a towered world where a young witch-in-training confronts visions of death and the lure of immortality. Both narratives hinge on morally complex characters who must decide what they’re willing to risk for love, justice, and a future they can call their own. The collection appeals to fans of immersive world-building, sharp dialogue, and gripping cliffhangers, all rendered in a voice that blends lyrical prose with modern realism.

Book-by-Book Guide:
To Kill a Kingdom
In this bold reimagining of sea myth, Lira the siren queen is both exquisite and deadly, collecting the hearts of princes like a sovereign tally. When the Sea Queen exacts a cruel punishment—turning Lira into a human—the clock begins to tick. Her singing has vanished, and her freedom depends on delivering a rival prince’s heart to a treacherous sea-bound queen by winter solstice. Along the way, Lira discovers that the man she’s hunting might not be her ordinary enemy, and a wary partnership blooms under pressure. This tale fuses fierce action with a fraught romance, inviting readers to question who truly holds power and what it costs to change your fate. A riveting start to the Hundred Kingdoms duology that balances danger, wit, and heart-stopping twists.

Princess of Souls
Sixteen years of confinement on the Floating Mountain have forged Selestra into a strategist who knows how to bend fate to her will. As the King’s Witch, she foresees deaths during the Festival of Predictions, and a single wish could alter worlds—but so could stealing the King’s immortality. When a soldier named Nox enters the equation, the stakes soar as loyalties collide with vengeance. To outwit a living death, Selestra and Nox must navigate treachery, magic, and a growing spark between them. This installment deepens the series’ mythic atmosphere and moral complexity, delivering high-stakes peril, romantic tension, and a fearless heroine who challenges an empire’s grip on destiny.

Who This Set Is Perfect For:
This two-book collection is ideal for readers who love dark fantasy with strong heroines, mythic atmosphere, and romance that isn’t sugar-coated. Fans of air-borne castles, sea-set adventures, and twisty plots will feel at home in the Hundred Kingdoms. It’s a compelling choice for young adults and older teens who enjoy immersive world-building, clever world politics, and morally nuanced antiheroes. The set also makes a standout gift for readers who devour binge-worthy series, prize-worthy prose, and stories that reimagine familiar fairy-tale contours with bold originality. Teachers and book clubs will find rich discussion material in themes of control, destiny, and the consequences of power.

Key Benefits:

• Complete two-book collection for a satisfying, binge-ready experience
• Gorgeously atmospheric fantasy with sharp world-building and perilous romance
• Perfect gift set for YA readers who crave dark, twisty quests
• Accessible entry point into the Hundred Kingdoms universe
• Engaging reads that balance action, intrigue, and emotional resonance

About the Author:
Alexandra Christo is a British author known for her gripping, darkly romantic YA fantasies. Her debut novel To Kill a Kingdom became an international bestseller and introduced readers to a world where sirens and kingdoms collide in high-stakes plots and razor-sharp dialogue. Christo’s prose blends lyrical descriptions with modern pacing, creating immersive adventures that appeal to readers who want mythic scope without sacrificing character depth. Her work has translated into multiple languages, signaling a global reach and a growing fan base drawn to bold heroines, perilous quests, and morally complex storytelling. The author’s distinctive voice—witty, fierce, and emotionally honest—shines across both books in this collection, offering a cohesive, elevated reading experience for fans of dark fantasy romance.

Why You’ll Love This Set:
If you’re building a shelf of unforgettable YA fantasy, this two-book collection is a standout choice. You’ll enjoy seamless tonal consistency between To Kill a Kingdom and Princess of Souls, with each novel delivering its own pulse-quickening arc while collectively building a richer Hundred Kingdoms tapestry. The set is a smart purchase for readers who want a complete, self-contained duo that can be read in sequence without waiting for a separate release. It also serves as an excellent gift for teens exploring myth-inspired adventures, lovers of epic stakes, and fans drawn to stories where danger and romance collide in spectacular fashion.

Please Note: The individual books included in this listing will be dispatched as per the original UK ISBN and UK edition cover image shown in the image.