ABOUT:
In this stunning contemporary fantasy novel for fans of V. E. Schwab and Kaliane Bradley, a historian’s dream job in Italy takes a dark turn when she discovers her employers aren’t exactly human…
After losing her book deal and her academic position, historian Aida Reale needs a new career, and fast. After all, she and her fiancé, Graham, have a wedding to pay for. So when a friend recommends her for an extremely high-paying position at a company called MODA, it’s almost too good to be true. Plus, she’ll get to live in Italy, in a gorgeous palazzo!
Aside from a snooty assistant, a daunting NDA and some very stringent rules about the use of personal technology, working for MODA is a dream come true—at least at first. But the more research Aida conducts for this elusive company, the more things feel off. Not only does her relationship with Graham suffer, but it seems like every site she visits either vanishes or is struck by tragedy soon after she’s been there.
It’s only after a mysterious woman approaches Aida and Luciano, her devastatingly handsome and equally concerned MODA colleague, that they learn the truth—they are just mortal pawns in a game between gods. Now Aida must find answers to the question she’s been avoiding: What’s really happening to all the happiness she’s been collecting…and can she stop the gods’ plans before it’s too late?
PRAISE & REVIEWS:
“The Happiness Collector is pure fast-paced fun that asks insightful questions about art, history, and the true nature of happiness even as it entertains on every page.” —Kate Quinn, New York Times bestselling author of The Briar Club
“An innovative take on the eternal battle between gods and mortals.” —Kirkus Reviews
“A compelling and thought-provoking story expertly weaving history with a fresh, fantastical twist on the modern world and humanity’s relationship with happiness…. An utter joy to read.” —A.S. Webb, Sunday Times bestselling author of Daughter of Chaos
“[An] immersive, heart-racing fantasy… Armchair travelers and contemporary fantasy fans alike will be thrilled.” —Publisher’s Weekly
“Deeply original and thoroughly compelling, this fascinating novel reminds us that even in the darkest times, courage and community make a difference. King’s skillful interweaving of ancient myth and the modern world is truly inspired.” —G.R. Macallister, bestselling author of the Five Queendoms series
“Urban fantasy, unexpected romance, and mythology all collide in King’s latest. A must for V.E. Schwab and Katee Robert fans.” —Booklist
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