The Prince of Mourning

Belladonna by Adalyn Grace meets A Study in Drowning in this sizzling gothic romantasy that follows the forbidden romance between a young nurse and a mysterious young man imprisoned by a dangerous occultist.

After receiving a strange summons, eighteen-year-old nursing student Molly O'Rinn finds herself the private live-in nurse for a wealthy young man in his haunting Hudson Valley mansion. But after arriving at his secluded estate, Molly discovers that her handsome employer is not what he seems, and most surprising of all is what rests deep inside the mansion's walls.

Perhaps not what, but who...

A young man about Molly's age--at least in appearance--is a prisoner of the estate, locked behind magical barriers. Nin is royalty, the son of a legend. He is not human, not of this world...and not like anyone Molly has ever met.

Molly should stay away from him. But Nin is a terrifying yet strangely attractive being, and soon both Molly and Nin find themselves drawn to each other, sparked by a connection neither of them can deny. But as the two become entangled in a forbidden affair, outside forces start to press in.

Because Nin's legendary father is looking for his son, and he's not the only one.

To keep Molly safe, Nin must find a way back to his realm or suffer the consequences. Even if it means choosing his princely duty over love.

Author: Jenn Bennett
Publisher: Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
Published: 10/28/2025
Pages: 464
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.05lbs
Size: 8.40h x 5.60w x 1.70d
ISBN: 9781665971553
Audience: Young Adult


Review Citation(s):
Publishers Weekly 08/04/2025

About the Author
Jenn Bennett is an award-winning author of young adult books, including The Prince of Mourning, Starry Eyes, The Lady Rogue, Always Jane, and Alex, Approximately and the middle grade novels Grumbones and The Knight Thieves. She also writes historical romance and fantasy for adults. Her books have earned multiple starred reviews, won the Romance Writers of America's RITA(R) Award, and been included on Publishers Weekly's Best Books annual list. She currently lives near Atlanta with one husband and two dogs.