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(How the King of Elfhame Learned to Hate Stories) is an illustrated novella by Holly Black that serves as a companion to the The Folk of the Air trilogy. Rather than a single linear story, it is a collection of 11 short stories and vignettes that explore the life of Prince Cardan Greenbriar before, during, and after the events of the main series.

The Central Narrative: The Tale of the Boy with the Wicked Tongue Como El Rey De Elfhame Aprendio A Odiar Los H...

The novella provides several "behind-the-scenes" glimpses from Cardan's point of view that were previously only mentioned or seen through Jude's eyes: (How the King of Elfhame Learned to Hate

After becoming High King, Cardan visits the mortal realm with his wife, Jude Duarte. They hunt a monster that turns out to be Aslog herself. This time, Cardan takes control of the narrative, explaining that one must have a heart despite the burden, and that whoever tells the story determines who the hero is. Key Moments and Perspectives They hunt a monster that turns out to be Aslog herself

During his time at Hollow Hall under the abuse of his brother Balekin, Cardan meets Aslog again. She retells the tale, but this time she emphasizes that even a stone heart can be broken.