NOTICE TO STAFF: There has been a disturbing increase in cheeriness, sprightly behaviour and overall optimism of late. Please resume your former dark, ominous terrors at your earliest convenience. Mgmt Evie Sage has never been happier to be the assistant to The Villain. Who would have thought that working for an outrageously handsome (shhh, bad for his brand) evil overlord would be so rewarding? Still, the business of being bad is demanding, the forces of good are annoyingly persistent, and said forbidding boss is somewhat er, out-of-evil-office.But Rennedawn is in grave trouble, and all signs Kingsley s included point to catastrophe. Something peculiar is happening with the kingdom s magic, and it s made The Villain s manor vulnerable to their enemies … including their nemesis, the king.Now it s time for Evie to face her greatest challenge: protecting The Villain s lair, all of his nefarious works, and maybe (provided no one finds out) the entire kingdom. No pressure, Evie.It s time to step out of her comfort zone and learn new skills. Like treason. Dagger work. Conspiring with the enemy. It s all so so delightfully fun.But what happens when the assistant to The Villain is ready to become his apprentice?———————————————Readers can’t wait to get their hands on a copy:’I have never been so hyped for a book before”I will be buying this book so quickly even the dragon will be spooked!!”OMG finally!! I can’t wait to have it in my hands!”As soon as it is out, I am going to run to buy it!! Cannot wait.”Giggling. Kicking my feet. I can’t wait to read this!”I love this series so much, I’ve been hooked since the beginning. I’m so excited for the book.”I love Evie and the Villain so I NEED it.’———————————————The Assistant and the Villain series is best enjoyed in order:Book #1 Assistant to the Villain Book #2 Apprentice to the Villain Hannah Nicole Maehrer, New York Times bestseller, October 2023