Stolen Midnights

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • The first in a new magical young adult romantasy duology from the bestselling author of To Kill a Shadow. A palace darling and a thief join forces after he unwittingly steals a necklace with the power to change their world forever.

In the city of Andalay, the ruling Fates bestow gifts among society’s most favored. When Damien, a cold and hardened thief, is hired to steal one of those gifts—meant for the “princess” of Ward One, Wren Hayes—he finds himself entangled in a web of secrets.

The gift? A locket containing his own photograph.

Once the locket is opened, hidden truths unravel, shedding light on the ruthless ways of the upper class. Yearning for the three Fates and the magical gifts they bestow, the lords of Andalay will go to any length to keep their power—including murder.

Brought together by destiny, and fighting a temptation that neither understand, Wren and Damien navigate a seedy world where the truth can destroy not only their lives, but the city itself.

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Praise for Stolen Midnights:

AN INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER!

A PUBLISHERS WEEKLY BESTSELLER!

"A sexy, swoony, action-packed duology opener."—Kirkus Reviews

"[A] lushly rendered romantasy. Sweeping dual-perspective narration tantalizingly twists and turns toward a cliffhanger conclusion. A beguiling story that centers star-crossed lovers as they wrestle with seedy politics and dark magic."—Publishers Weekly

"Quinn has crafted 'a good girl, bad boy' dynamic that is difficult to resist. The passionate bond propels the story forward and will appeal to readers who are drawn towards a forbidden romance."—School Library Journal

"Romantasy readers will enjoy this trope-filled, dual-POV foray into the genre."—Booklist

Excellent YA Fantasy!

I’m still reeling from that ending!!! I’m ready for her to wake up. Stolen Midnights by Katherine Quinn completely kept me on my toes.

In Andalay, the Fates supposedly grant magical gifts to those they favor… or at least that’s what everyone believes. The story is packed with twists that flip everything the characters think they know. Damien, a morally gray thief from the south side, steals the gift meant for Wren on her 18th birthday, and she’s determined to uncover what happened to it.

This is definitely a slow-burn story, but it’s worth it. I really loved Wren’s character. Her growth throughout the book was really good, you could tell she felt for others (that it was no longer about her gift). The discoveries and plot twists were so fun, and every reveal made the story even more interesting.

And that cliffhanger?? I need the next book immediately.

Beautiful and Twisted

Loved this book. The story line is so intriguing, and I can’t wait for book 2! Love the characters and yearning, and the dark twists and turns.

A solid, character-driven story with a strong finish

Stolen Midnights is one of those books that sits in an interesting in-between space—and whether that works for you will depend on what you’re looking for.

At its core, I really enjoyed this story. The characters were engaging, easy to root for, and carried the narrative well. There’s a strong emotional thread throughout, and the plot itself kept me invested from beginning to end. The final stretch, especially, was a highlight—the ending landed in a satisfying way and took a turn I didn’t fully see coming. It wasn’t a jaw-dropping twist, but it was thoughtful and impactful enough to leave a lasting impression.

That said, the tone felt a bit inconsistent. The writing style and overall storytelling leaned very YA—fast-paced, character-driven, and accessible—but it was paired with frequent swearing and a closed-door romance that didn’t quite align with that same audience. It created a bit of a disconnect. It felt like the book was written for younger readers, but with elements that didn’t fully fit that category. I found myself wishing it had committed more clearly one way or the other: either lean fully into YA and tone down the language, or elevate the writing and themes to feel more distinctly adult.

Even with that, the strengths of the story and characters carried it through. It’s an enjoyable read with a compelling narrative and a memorable ending.

Overall: A solid, character-driven story with a strong finish—just a bit caught between YA and adult in its execution.