Evie Sage is seriously struggling to make ends meet, so when a job falls into her lap working for Rennedawn’s most infamous villain, she grabs it—severed heads, suspicious eyeballs, and all. Sure, her new boss is terrifying, but he’s also annoyingly hot, and trying to keep her crush under wraps becomes just one more problem on the list. When she uncovers a plot to take down his evil empire, she’s suddenly got bigger issues than just workplace crushes and creepy dungeons.

This book is like a chaotic blend of medieval fantasy and office drama, where the copier is probably cursed, and the break room has skulls on display. The banter was great, the dual POV kept things interesting, and Evie’s journey from sceptical employee to loyal assistant was a treat. The romance—it’s very slow burn, like a candle trying to light in a snowstorm. Our villain could’ve used a bit more… well, villainy—he’s no stranger to brooding but could use a little more bite. And the modern corporate vibes in a medieval kingdom? It’s a little like bringing Wi-Fi to a sword fight. But if you’re here for a quirky, fun read with some danger and a dash of (eventual) sparks, it’s worth the ride.