Heartbroken
Heartbroken by Serena Valentino, published by Random House on July 29, 2025, is a 336-page exploration of the Queen of Hearts, a character often seen as a tyrant in the tale of Alice in Wonderland. This edition delves into the Queen’s own experiences in Wonderland, presenting a narrative that questions the origins of her anger and the chaotic laws she imposes on her realm. The story invites readers to reconsider the familiar tale, focusing on the Queen’s first day in Wonderland and the complexities of her character.
In Heartbroken, readers will find a rich tapestry of emotions as the Queen grapples with her inner turmoil and the challenges of ruling a land filled with contradictions. The narrative also highlights her unexpected friendship with a little white rabbit, adding depth to her journey. This book intertwines elements of fantasy and young adult literature, offering a fresh perspective on themes of power, identity, and the struggle against darkness.
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She missed the days of wonder. But those days were long past. All that remained was the anger.
You may think you know the story of the Queen of Hearts, the bloodthirsty tyrant known for seeing red. Surely you’ve heard of the young girl Alice, who fell through the rabbit hole to a place called Wonderland, and how she defeated its villainous ruler in order to find her way back home.
But have you ever wondered about the Queen’s own first day in Wonderland? Did she encounter the same wonders—and horrors—as Alice? Are the laws of the land her royal decree—or a desperate attempt to bring order to a place that refuses to make sense?
And why is she so angry?
It may be hard to answer, with any certainty, questions about a world created from the broken shards of others. In the end, it all comes down to a woman fighting against the darkness within, and her unlikely friendship with a little white rabbit.
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