eARC Review: The Prince of Mourning by Jenn Bennett
YA Fantasy
The Prince of Mourning
Book Info
Released Date: October 28th
Publication: Simon Teens
Pages: 464
Format: eBook
“It’s haunting, atmospheric, and impossible to put down”
If there’s one thing about me, it’s that I will always read a book that involves the underworld, Hades, or any mythology themes. Those stories are absolutely my jam—and The Prince of Mourning delivers exactly what I love and more. From page one, I knew I was in for a wild, twisty, dark fantasy ride, and it did not let me down.
This young adult fantasy blends underworld vibes, eerie ghost lore, and a touch of Olympus mythology in a way that feels fresh but familiar. The story kicks off with Molly, who starts a new job in a town she doesn't know—and immediately, things feel off. Her discomfort isn’t just new-job nerves; there’s something deeper and darker creeping at the edges.
Molly’s lifelong ability to see ghosts has always been a secret part of her life, especially her connection with one ghost in particular: Nin, a familiar presence she’s never understood. But when Molly finds herself trapped in a strange house—with Nin, of all people (yes, ghosts are people too)—things start spiraling into the paranormal fast.
The stakes rise quickly, and the mystery of why Molly and Nin are both stuck in this house becomes the core of a chilling, myth-laced plot. The house itself becomes a character—dark, shifting, and suspicious—and as secrets start to unravel, so does Molly’s understanding of the world she thought she knew.
This book has everything I look for in a YA fantasy: a bold but believable protagonist, a mystery that pulls you in, and a setting that practically breathes underworld energy. It’s haunting, atmospheric, and impossible to put down.
If you’re into underworld mythology, ghostly mysteries, or fantasy stories that blur the lines between life and death, The Prince of Mourning is a must-read. It’s creepy, clever, and full of heart—and I had a fantastic time reading it.
