English Books & Literature

Join our **international group** that meets every **Saturday** for a fun and social **Language Exchange Dinner**! Meet people from all over the world — English, American, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Peruvian, Colombian, Iranian, Turkish, Russian, and many more nationalities 🌎 All in one place, with one simple goal: 👉 **Enjoy a great night while connecting and practicing languages naturally.** ### ✨ Why Join Us? ✔ Meet locals and internationals ✔ Make new friends from around the world ✔ Practice languages in a relaxed, real-life setting ✔ Enjoy a fun, social Saturday night ### 💬 What Makes It Different? Forget the classroom vibe — this isn’t about repeating the same questions! ✨ Real, meaningful conversations ✨ A warm, friendly atmosphere ✨ Genuine connections — not just “practice partners” ### 🍷 Why Join? Because it’s not just about learning a language… 👉 It’s about **meeting great people, sharing stories, and enjoying your night!** ### 🚀 Make Your Saturday Count No plans this Saturday? Don’t stay home! Join our **International Dinner** and make your night truly memorable. Every week, we bring together **20–40 people** from around the world 🌟 — the perfect mix for great conversations and new connections. ### 📲 Reserve Your Spot Send a WhatsApp with: **Name + Age + Nationality** 📞 **+34 614 92 54 43** (This helps us organize tables and seating 😊) ### 🌟 Join Our International Community Want to stay social and meet more people in Barcelona? Be part of our friendly international group — make new friends, join fun activities, and enjoy the city together! 📅 **Get Our FREE Weekly Plan** Every Monday, we share a list of fun events and activities in Barcelona. 👉 Send us a WhatsApp with your **Name, Age, and Nationality**, and we’ll add you! *** 🌍 **Meet people, connect, and enjoy life in Barcelona with an international crowd!**

A fun, challenging & diverse movie trivia quiz in conjunction with the release of an independent illustrated book of film facts. Hosted by[ ](http://johnrooneyillustration.com/)**[John Rooney Illustration](http://johnrooneyillustration.com/)** **About the author:** John Rooney is an illustrator from Derry, Ireland. He hasn't stopped drawing since the age of three. His art is inspired by interesting people, nature & wildlife, architecture, cult films, comic books, 1980's cartoons and those big space ships from Star Wars. He has lived in Berlin, New York, New Zealand, Dublin and has now settled in Barcelona as a full time freelance illustrator & designer. He does not plan to stop drawing anytime soon. **About the book:** **'An Illustrated Book of Pointless Movie Facts'** A book every film buff will relish! Choc full of surprising and pointless facts illustrated by self confessed movie nut and artist John Rooney. Do you know what actors were originally supposed to play the ghostbusters? Or which film first showed a toilet flushing on screen? Discover the answers and learn many more silly film facts flicking through this humourlessly illustrated one of a kind book.

The climate emergency will not be solved by reading books. But by coming together to read, to educate ourselves, to share what we learn with friends and family, and to take action in our corner of the world we can be a small part of the wave of change humanity desperately needs. Sound like something you want to be a part of? We’d love to have you. Join the Climate Action Book Club this month to read It’s Not That Radical by Mikaela Loach, the young Jamaica-born British activist and author. She’s an infectious and inspiring voice who will get you excited to take action. This event is free, but please get your copy from the wonderful English bookstore that hosts our book club meetings, Backstory. To cover Meetup fees, we also request a €1 donation per attendee. You are welcome (even encouraged) to join us even if you haven't read the book but want to hear and join the discussion about it. Feel free to bring a friend, too. Hope to see you!

👋 ***Hi, I'm David, I help locals and expats have confident, real-world conversations in English and Spanish.*** Hola a todos, soy David, me dedico a ayudar a locales y expatriados a tener conversaciones naturales y a ganar confianza en inglés y en español. ***🎯 This Saturday, we'll explore a local neighborhood, using our surroundings to fuel the conversation and bypass memorized phrases.*** Este sábado exploraremos un barrio local, usando el entorno para inspirar la conversación y dejar de lado las frases memorizadas. ***🍻 We don't need to pay for alcohol in a bar to loosen up; the movement and the fresh air give us the confidence to speak.*** No necesitamos pagar por beber alcohol en un bar para soltarnos; movernos al aire libre nos ayudará a hablar con confianza. ⚠️ ***This isn't the typical language exchange where people show up once and never return.*** Este no es el típico intercambio donde la gente viene un día y nunca más vuelve. ***We offer an exchange where we go beyond the repetitive "where are you from?" and "what do you do?".*** Ofrecemos un intercambio donde vamos más allá del repetitivo "¿de dónde eres?" y "¿a qué te dedicas?". 📈 ***Improving requires consistency. To join our bilingual tribe, you will need to pay a one-time membership fee (€10). This shows your commitment to coming back and growing with the group.*** Mejorar requiere constancia. Al unirte tendrás que pagar una membresía de pago único (10 €) que muestre tu compromiso de volver y seguir progresando con el grupo. ***It's no use joining a gym and never going.*** No vale con apuntarse al gym y nunca ir. ***(If you are already in the WhatsApp group, this does NOT apply to you.*** Si ya estás en el grupo de WhatsApp, este cambio NO te afecta.) **‼️IMPORTANT / IMPORTANTE** ***Our community lives on WhatsApp, to keep things organized and exclusive.*** Nuestra comunidad vive en WhatsApp, para mantener la organización y la exclusividad: * **Your Meetup RSVP is for guidance only.** La confirmación en Meetup es orientativa * **Guaranteed spots are reserved for our WhatsApp members first.** La prioridad de plaza la tienen los miembros de nuestro WhatsApp * **Real-time updates and exact meeting points are posted ONLY in the private group.** Las actualizaciones y puntos de encuentro exactos se publican SOLO en el grupo privado. ***Let's get started!*** ¡Vamos! 💪

No theme this Saturday, just a night to gather, talk, and see where the evening goes. Bring whatever you've been thinking about lately and some drinks and food or snacks to share. **Our events fill up very quickly. To avoid missing out on future events, join the WhatsApp group via this link:** [https://tally.so/r/w4G5L5](https://tally.so/r/w4G5L5) Press the buzzer marked Semi sotano 2 to be let in. It's down the stairs, first door on the right. Image: Jacob Jordaens, The Feast of the Bean King, around 1642.

**Failing in Love:** Barcelona's Hilarious Stand-Up Comedy Show Join the most entertaining comedy experience in Barcelona, exploring love's most awkward and hilarious moments! **[Tickets here](https://entradium.com/es/events/failing-in-love-stand-up-comedy-in-english-about-love-barcelona/)** **Event Details** \- ⏰ Doors: 8:00 PM \- Show: 8:30 PM \- ⏳ Duration: \~90' \- Venue: Mint Bar **What to Expect?** \- A stand\-up comedy show entirely in English \- Featuring top local comedians \- Stories about dating disasters and romantic failures \[4\] **Important Notes** \- Recommended for ages 18\+ \- Arrive early to secure good seats \- Located near Barceloneta or Jaume I metro stations \- Spacious venue with comfortable seating Laugh, connect, and celebrate the beautiful chaos of love and heartbreak! **.** \*\* WATCH SOME CLIPS FROM PREVIOUS SHOWS:\*\* **\| [Kyla Cobbler](https://www.instagram.com/reel/ClhJQMCgPfv/) \| [Héctor Ayala](https://www.instagram.com/reel/ClhFrlyDi3j/) \| [Lluís Vendrell](https://www.instagram.com/p/ClhF_Y1j4lh/) \| [Phil Varney](https://www.instagram.com/reel/ClgS-h2jFiR/) \| [Hannah Becker](https://www.instagram.com/reel/CldsokFjCwt/) \| [Romina Cocca](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EbJVJVffQFQ&feature=youtu.be) \|**

[Follow us on Instagram! ](https://www.instagram.com/bcnchatnchapters?igsh=aXkycTJsdTNzaHN3) 📷 [Join our WhatsApp group!](https://chat.whatsapp.com/HGcQUlOiwM69tuPm6hBwNt) 📞 Are you guilty of collecting books without finishing them? Struggling to carve out time to delve into that novel you started ages ago? Distractions abound or work piling up? Well, here's a beautiful opportunity: Dive into a unique experience with our Reading Party concept, as featured in the **NY Times**. Picture this: an hour of silent reading followed by lively discussions about the books we've brought along. It's not your typical book club—it's a chance to dust off those neglected novels and party with fellow bookworms! Join Barcelona Reading Party every **two Sundays** at **CRAI UPF** in **CIUTADELLA**. Sunday's is perfect for those who would like to relax before the new work week! Leave your phone on silent and immerse yourself in the joy of reading. Here's the plan: 📕 ***5:00 PM - Arrival*** Arrive early, chat with fellow book lovers, and perhaps snag the best reading spot. 👓 ***5:10 PM - 6:10 PM - Reading Time*** Quietly dive into your book of choice. Feel free to join in whenever you arrive. 📚 ***6:10 PM - 7:10 PM - Book Chats*** Engage in lively conversations about your current reads with other attendees. It's like speed dating, but for bookworms! **Don't forget to bring your book!** *It's a chance to connect with fellow book lovers, swap literary treasures, and engage in thought-provoking discussions in a cozy setting. All are welcome, whether you're a seasoned reader or just starting your literary journey. Get ready for an evening filled with books, tea, and stimulating conversations.*

Polish your halo, conceal your wings, and bring your demonic dancing partner for an ineffable watch party 😇🔥 There shall be celestial temptation, infernal chemistry, suspiciously lingering glances across the room, and enough scandal to make Heaven file a formal complaint. Come prepared to celebrate the end of the show together and witness a partnership so devoted it could survive the Apocalypse itself 🎩 Discover the series finale (90') with us - the screening starts at 6 PM 🍸 Grab some tea, refreshments & snacks in our free bar 🤝 A chance to meet international Barcelona locals who might become your +1 at next movie night May 16, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Javas Hub Cultural - C. Sicilia, 232 We will ask for a **€10 fee** at the entrance to cover costs of the rent and snacks. Please, book your place here or via KinoClub_BCN instagram

**¿Te gustaría hablar o practicar tu inglés, pero nunca encuentras la oportunidad?** Entonces te invitamos a probar nuestras **divertidas cenas en inglés este sábado por la noche**. Es mucho más que practicar un idioma… 👉 es una oportunidad para **conocer gente nueva, hacer amigos y disfrutar de una experiencia diferente en Barcelona**. Durante la cena podrás conversar en inglés de forma natural, en un ambiente **relajado, social y sin presión**, junto a personas de España y otros países europeos. No importa tu nivel — lo importante es tener ganas de participar, mejorar y pasarlo bien. *** **Así que no te quedes en casa…** 👉 **ven, conoce gente nueva, haz amigos y mejora tu inglés mientras disfrutas de una gran cena.** *** 📲 **Más información y reservas:** Envíanos un WhatsApp al **614 26 50 37** *** ✨ **Aprende, socializa y diviértete en una misma noche.**

At **The Book Club**, you can meet smart, loving, and ambitious individuals that care about their personal growth and future. ❤️We are dedicated to creating a safe space to hold deep, respectful, and loving conversations & connections.❤️ * Bring a book that impacted your life and beliefs. * Even if you don't have a book with you, you are still welcome to come and join us to learn and share your ideas. * Everyone with Positive Intentions is welcome! * Discussions are usually in English \*\*Planning - NO MORE ENTRIES ALLOWED AFTER 17:15 \*\* PLEASE RVPS on meetup and update your attendance if something changes * 17:00 - Gathering and Getting to know each other * 17:15 - Starting the book/deep conversations * 17:40 to 17:55 - End of Conversations + Debrief * 17:55 - Hugs and/or Good-byes We usually sit on the ground in the park, so we recommend you to bring a blanket, pillow or something comfortable to sit on and now that it is a bit colder also something to keep you warm. Also, feel free to bring a mini snacks for yourself (or if you want to share, like nuts or fruit) **Location:** Please check the Meetup location (pin) on Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/ZoYxafoC5hYRHBZe7 The exact location, as always, will be sent in our whatsapp group on the same day, usually between 15 and 5 minutes before the event starts. The park is not big, we will always be in part of the park closer to the metro station Arc de Triumph or Marina station, April/May 2026 update: there are some construction works so we will be a bit more "inside" the park check the Google Maps link for a very good estimate of the exact location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/ZoYxafoC5hYRHBZe7 How to recognize us: you will see a white and green blanket with at least one book on it and at least another blanket. In the very unlikely case something changes or if you can´t find us, **Join our WhatsApp group to connect with us!** [Join Our WhatsApp Group](https://chat.whatsapp.com/HLtdFaaBCiK9bpmNvhQijm) **( We don't spam, promised.).** **IMPORTANT:** ️️️As the weather has been a bit rainy in the last months, please notice the following️️️: \- During the winter months and when the weather seems rainy\, I’ll be keeping the group size smaller\. This way\, if it rains\, we can comfortably move to a café together\. \- If the weather is fantastic\, you’re very welcome to join us even if the participant limit has already been reached \(as long as you arrive on time because once the event starts I won't look at my phone to be fully present at the event\)\. However\, if it rains\, I will take the registered participants to a café nearby \(in case it rains before the event starts and you are a registered participants write to me on whatsapp so that I can send you the exact location\)\. Those who came but didn’t sign up are still very welcome to organize themselves\, choose another café\, and enjoy their own book discussions together\. \- If you realize you can’t make it\, I kindly ask you to cancel your participation at least 1 hour before the event\. This really helps me offer the spot to someone else and avoids me traveling for nothing\, as I don’t live nearby\. Thank you so much for your understanding \- In case we go to a café\, I ask everyone to please order at least one drink\. I don’t have any agreements with cafés—we simply want to be respectful guests\, avoid any issues\, and keep the option open to return to places we enjoy in the future\. **Make sure to also follow us on Instagram for Past events photos:** [Follow us on Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/thebookclubbcn/) @thebookclubbcn *\*By attending to our Events you automatically consent to have your pictures taken and shared for promotional purposes.* *\*The Book Club is a safe & positive space for everyone to share and grow together, we do not allow the consumption of alcohol or smoking during the event.*

**(CASTELLANO a continuación ⛰️ ENGLISH below)** Aquest cop us proposo **una de les travesses més boniques i variades del Montseny** més proper: sortirem des de Figaró-Montmany per enfilar-nos suaument entre alzinars, castanyers i antics camins de muntanya fins arribar al **mític Tagamanent, un indret carregat d’història i amb unes vistes brutals sobre el Montseny, els Cingles de Bertí i mitja Catalunya! 😍** Després continuarem la travessa per carenes i boscos plens d’ambient primaveral fins a Sant Martí de Centelles, tancant un recorregut variat, panoràmic i molt més salvatge del que molta gent imagina tan a prop de Barcelona. Una **ruta preciosa de 13 km i 720 m de desnivell que ens regalarà silenci, aire pur, miradors espectaculars i aquella sensació tan especial de travessar la muntanya pas a pas... d’un poble a l’altre** 🥾 **T'hi animes?** ℹ️ **Detalls pràctics:** * **Preu:** 20€ excursió + 8€ cotxe (es paga directament al conductor/a) = **Total: 28€** * **Inclou:** guiatge per guia titulat, assegurança d'accidents + responsabilitat civil. * **Targeta Nature Connect:** cada 10 rutes... **1 gratuïta!** 🥪 Què cal portar? * Picnic per dinar en ruta * Mínim 1,5 L d’aigua * Calçat de muntanya i roba en capes (adaptable al temps) * Bastons opcionals ❗️ Política de cancel·lació: * ✅ Fins a **48 h abans**: devolució del pagament (amb descompte de 5 € per gestió) o **canvi per una altra ruta** dins dels pròxims 6 mesos. * ❌ Passades les 48 h: **no es faran devolucions ni canvis**. Gràcies per la teva comprensió! 📲 Segueix-nos i estigues al dia! * 📷 Al nostre Insta 👉 [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/natureconnectbarcelona) * 😎 a Can Facebook 👉 [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/natureconnecthikes) * 🥰 **i uneix-te al 👉 [Grup de WhatsApp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/H8fQ4srpGthI7j1OWyuBYQ) 👈** per estar informat de properes sortides! Per a + INFO, no dubtis a contactar-me (preferiblement via **WhatsApp**) ☎️ **609 309 797 (Jordi)** \-\-\-\-\-\-\- **⛰️ CASTELLANO 📷** ¿Con ganas de un día de naturaleza exuberante, bosques mágicos y panorámicas espectaculares? 🌿😍 Esta vez os propongo **una de las travesías más bonitas y variadas del Montseny** más cercano: saldremos desde Figaró-Montmany para subir suavemente entre encinares, castaños y antiguos caminos de montaña hasta llegar al **mítico Tagamanent, un lugar cargado de historia y con unas vistas brutales sobre el Montseny, los Cingles de Bertí y media Catalunya 😍** Después continuaremos la travesía por crestas y bosques llenos de ambiente primaveral hasta Sant Martí de Centelles, completando un recorrido variado, panorámico y mucho más salvaje de lo que mucha gente imagina tan cerca de Barcelona. **Una ruta preciosa de 13 km y 720 m de desnivel** que nos regalará silencio, aire puro, miradores espectaculares y esa sensación tan especial de atravesar la montaña paso a paso… de un pueblo a otro 🥾✨ **¿Te animas? 😉** ℹ️ **Detalles prácticos:** * **Precio:** 20€ excursión + 8€ coche (se paga directamente al conductor/a) = **Total: 28€** * **Incluye:** guía titulado, seguro de accidentes + responsabilidad civil. * **Tarjeta Nature Connect:** cada 10 rutas… ¡1 gratis! 🥪 **¿Qué hay que llevar?** * Picnic para comer en ruta * Mínimo 1,5 L de agua * Calzado de montaña * Ropa por capas (para adaptarnos al clima) * Bastones (opcionales) ❗️ **Política de cancelación:** * ✅ Hasta 48 h antes: devolución del pago (menos 5 € de gestión) o cambio por otra ruta dentro de los próximos 6 meses. * ❌ Pasadas las 48 h: no se realizan devoluciones ni cambios. ¡Gracias por tu comprensión! 📲 **Síguenos y mantente al día:** * 📷 En Instagram 👉 [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/natureconnectbarcelona) * 😎 En Facebook 👉 [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/natureconnecthikes) * 🥰 Y únete al **👉 [Grupo de WhatsApp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/GnAyY0TPC259jA8FC2jIJy) 👈** para estar al día de nuestras próximas salidas **Para + INFO, no dudes en contactarme** (preferiblemente por WhatsApp) ☎️ **609 309 797 (Jordi)** \-\-\-\-\-\-\- 🌱 **ENGLISH** 🐞 **Fancy a day of lush nature, magical forests and spectacular panoramic views? 🌿😍** This time I’d like to take you on **one of the most beautiful and varied traverses in the nearby Montseny**. We’ll start in Figaró-Montmany and gradually hike through oak forests, chestnut trees and ancient mountain paths until we reach **the legendary Tagamanent — a historic spot with breathtaking views over Montseny, the Cingles de Bertí and half of Catalonia 😍** We’ll then continue the traverse along scenic ridges and beautiful spring forests before descending towards Sant Martí de Centelles, completing a varied and panoramic route that feels far wilder than most people would imagine so close to Barcelona. **A beautiful 13 km hike with 720 m of elevation gain** that will reward us with silence, fresh air, spectacular viewpoints and that special feeling of crossing the mountains step by step… from one village to another 🥾✨ **Would you like to join us? 😉** ℹ️ **Practical info:** * **Price:** €20 for the hike + €8 for car transport (paid directly to the driver) = **Total: €28** * **Includes:** certified guide + accident and liability insurance * **Nature Connect Card:** every 10 hikes… 1 free! 🥪 **What to bring:** * Picnic lunch * At least 1.5 L of water * Mountain/hiking shoes * Layered clothing (weather can change!) * Trekking poles (optional) ❗️ **Cancellation policy:** * ✅ Up to 48 h before: refund (minus €5 admin fee) or a transfer to another hike within the next 6 months. * ❌ Less than 48 h before: no refunds or changes. Thanks for your understanding! 📲 **Stay connected:** * 📷 On Instagram 👉 [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/natureconnectbarcelona) * 😎 On Facebook 👉 [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/natureconnecthikes) * 🥰 Join our **👉 [WhatsApp group](https://chat.whatsapp.com/GnAyY0TPC259jA8FC2jIJy) 👈** to stay updated on upcoming outings **For more info, feel free to contact me** (preferably via WhatsApp) ☎️ **+34 609 309 797 (Jordi)15**

ESPAÑOL Con la primavera Girona se prepara con su Tiempo de Flores, una fiesta con más de 60 años de historia y que lleva cada año cientos de personas de alrededor del mundo a visitarla. Zonas como el Barrio Judío con los Baños Arabes, La Catedral y todas las calles alrededor de la muralla estarán decoradas con todas las clases de flores posibles. Si además te gusta visitar ciudades con historia te recomiendo que te apuntes a este estupendo meetup. telefono:633906400. o whatssap. ENGLISH With the spring Girona prepares for itself with his Time of Flowers a holiday with more than 60 years of history and that leads every year hundreds persons of around the world. Zones like Jewish Neighborhood with the Arabic Baths, the Church and all the streets of about the wall will be decorated with all kinds of possible flowers. If in addition you like to visit cities with histories. If moreover do you like visit cities with history I recommend you to sign to this meetup. ``` ``` telephon:633906400. or whatssap.

**Our May novel is: *The Quiet Librarian* by Allen Eskens** **This month’s book is set in the 20th century and mixes historical fiction with suspense and thriller elements. It also centers on women’s stories and relationships. The novel is 368 pages in print or 8 hours and 12 minutes on audiobook.** Hana Babic is a quiet, middle-aged librarian in Minnesota who wants nothing more than to be left alone. But when a detective arrives with the news that her best friend has been murdered, Hana knows that something evil has come for her, a dark remnant of the past she and her friend had shared. Thirty years before, Hana was someone else: Nura Divjak, a teenager growing up in the mountains of war-torn Bosnia—until Serbian soldiers arrived to slaughter her entire family before her eyes. The events of that day thrust Nura into the war, leading her to join a band of militia fighters, where she became not only a fierce warrior but a legend—the deadly Night Mora. But a shattering final act forced Nura to flee to the United States with a bounty on her head\*\*.\*\*

The theme for May is Thriller. • The book we will be discussing is A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder by Holly Jackson. (determined by votes from April Book Club. Let me know if you'd like a free digital copy of the book) • This event will be at the main library. Feel free to come whether or not you've started or finished the book. • Small snacks will be provided. You're welcome to bring your own snacks & drinks too! Let me know if you’d like to volunteer to bring snacks or drinks for the group.

Welcome, readers! Our May read is **_Kindred_ by Octavia E. Butler.** The story follows Dana, a Black woman living in 1976 California, who is suddenly pulled back to a Maryland plantation before the Civil War. She learns her survival is tied to a white slaveholder’s son. Forced to move between centuries, she must endure the brutal realities of slavery while fighting to hold on to her identity. Tense, intimate, and unforgettable, Kindred explores how the past refuses to stay buried. Looking forward to discussing with everyone! We will meet at Zaftig Brewing Co in their event room in the back. We are welcome to bring in our own food, but **drinks must be purchased at the bar.** Happy reading! 📖

This month we’ll be reading Agnes Aubert’s Mystical Cat Shelter by Heather Fawcett. Feel free to come and chat even if you don’t finish the book!

By popular demand, the group wanted to read and discuss the semi-autobiographical novel by Henri-Pierre Roche, that inspired the Truffaut movie we watched last year. The book is available through the Columbus Library's interlibrary loan system. They reported there are twenty-eight copies available in the state of Ohio. If you have a library card, you can file an interlibrary loan request here: https://www.columbuslibrary.org/library-services/ . There are also used copies available on Amazon and eBay for under twenty dollars. You may want to rewatch the movie after reading the book, so we can compare and contrast in our discussion. The Columbus Library has four copies on DVD, and it's streaming on HBOMax.

Join us for our May Book Club gathering where we will come together to discuss *[Cantoras](https://caroderobertis.com/books/cantoras/)*[ ](https://caroderobertis.com/books/cantoras/)by [Caro de Robertis](https://caroderobertis.com/bio/) in a safe and welcoming environment. Make new friends who share your passion for books and connect with fellow LGBTQ book enthusiasts.

Join us for lunch/tea at Asterisk Supper Club to discuss our May book "Under the Oak Tree" by Suji Kim Lady Maximilian is the daughter of the powerful Duke Croyso, but she is rarely allowed outside her family’s sprawling castle for fear that her stutter will tarnish their noble name. When she is forced to marry Sir Riftan, a lowborn knight caught in one of her father’s schemes, Maxi doesn’t dare hope for happiness, let alone love. Her stumbling communication and his gruff manner sour their relationship before it can begin, and Riftan leaves without a word the morning after their vows are exchanged. Now, three years after their disastrous wedding night, Riftan has returned as a war hero. To Maxi’s surprise, despite rumors that he was offered marriage to Princess Agnes, a beautiful and renowned sorceress, Riftan still wants Maxi for his wife. And when he comes to claim her, his longing becomes a desire that bewilders Maxi, even as she is overcome by the scorching heat that Riftan’s presence ignites within her. As she learns to navigate the intricacies of her new life, Maxi will find herself and her courage, and discover that she is anything but powerless.