The Shepherd King Series by Rachel Gillig - 2 Books Collection Set - Fiction - Hardback

Titles in This Set
One Dark Window
Two Twisted Crowns

Details
Condition: Brand New
Format: Hardback (Sprayed-Edge Collector's Edition)
Publisher: Orbit (Hachette)
Genre: Fantasy Fiction

Overview
Step into the fog-choked kingdom of Blunder with this collector's edition boxed set of Rachel Gillig's dark, atmospheric fantasy duology, The Shepherd King series. One Dark Window and Two Twisted Crowns follow Elspeth Spindle, a young woman bound to a seductive, dangerous spirit who whispers forbidden magic in exchange for pieces of her memory. Presented in striking sprayed-edge hardback editions, this set is built for fans of gothic romantasy, cursed kingdoms, and slow-burn enemies-to-lovers tension who want their favorite story to look as beautiful on the shelf as it reads on the page.

About the Books
The Shepherd King series begins with One Dark Window, introducing readers to Blunder, a kingdom cursed by a mysterious plague called the Blight and ruled by fractured magic bound up in Providence Cards. Elspeth Spindle has spent her life hiding a secret: a spirit called the Nightmare lives in her mind, offering her power in exchange for fragments of her memories. When she's drawn into the orbit of Captain Ravyn Yew and his hunt to break the kingdom's curse, Elspeth must decide how much of herself she's willing to lose to save the people she loves. The story blends gothic fairy-tale atmosphere with political intrigue and slow-burn romance.

Two Twisted Crowns continues directly from the cliffhanger of the first book, pulling Elspeth and Ravyn deeper into Blunder's hidden corners as old secrets about the crown, the curse, and the Nightmare itself come to light. Tensions escalate between loyalty, desire, and sacrifice as the kingdom edges toward collapse. Together, the two volumes form a complete, emotionally charged arc blending gothic horror and romantic tension in Gillig's lush prose. This set brings both installments together in a beautifully designed package, with sprayed edges that echo the fog and shadow of Blunder, making it a standout addition to any fantasy reader's shelf.

Key Benefits

• Complete two-book Shepherd King series in one collectible set
• Striking sprayed-edge hardback design for display-worthy shelf appeal
• Atmospheric gothic fantasy with a slow-burn romantic storyline
• Brand-new condition, ready to gift or keep
• Perfect for fans of dark academia, fae-adjacent fantasy, and romantasy
• A great gift for birthdays, holidays, or any fantasy-loving reader

Book-by-Book Guide
One Dark Window — Elspeth Spindle's bargain with a dangerous spirit sets off a quest to break Blunder's deadly curse.
Two Twisted Crowns — Secrets about the crown and the curse unravel as Elspeth and Ravyn race to save a kingdom on the brink.

About the Author
Rachel Gillig is the author of The Shepherd King series, including One Dark Window and Two Twisted Crowns. Known for her lush, atmospheric prose and gothic fairy-tale sensibility, Gillig has built a devoted readership among fans of dark fantasy and romantasy. Her work blends political intrigue, morally complex characters, and slow-burn romantic tension against richly imagined, fog-shrouded settings. The Shepherd King series marked her entry into traditional publishing and quickly resonated with readers drawn to atmospheric world-building and emotionally charged storytelling, cementing her place among rising voices in contemporary fantasy fiction.

Why You'll Love This Set
This sprayed-edge collector's set is a treat for fantasy lovers who want their bookshelf to look as magical as the story inside. Whether it's a birthday gift, a holiday splurge, or a treat-yourself purchase for cozy reading season, this beautifully presented duology delivers atmosphere, romance, and intrigue in one covetable package.

Please Note: This is the UK edition with the ISBN as listed; the cover may vary slightly from the image shown.