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Ash Princess

by Laura Sebastian · Ash Princess #1 · 432 pages · Published April 2018
Spoiler-light guide Series order included Similar books included
3.74 / 5 across 25K ratings
Spice: ❄️ (0/5)

A dark, intense Young Adult ya fantasy built around captive princess, revolution, betrayal. 432 pages and a satisfying conclusion.

Best for readers who want…

Dark. Intense. Political.

Dark Intense Political

Mood Match

Dark Intense Political
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Content notes

Violence Abuse
Captive Princess
Revolution
Betrayal
Book profile

Mood, trope, and intensity breakdown

How this book actually feels — based on mood analysis, not publisher blurbs.

Mood profile
Romance
10%
Fantasy
75%
Pacing
3/5
Darkness
3/5
Spice
0/5
Core elements
Genre
YA Fantasy
Moods
Dark
Intense
Political
Key Tropes
Captive Princess
Revolution
Betrayal
Ending
Satisfying
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FAQ

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Is Ash Princess spicy?

No spice (0/5) — clean read with no heat.

Do I need to read Ash Princess in order?

Ash Princess is book 1 in the Ash Princess series. Start here.

Who would enjoy Ash Princess?

Readers who love dark and intense stories with captive princess and revolution. Best suited for Young Adult readers and up.

What kind of read is Ash Princess?

A dark, intense Young Adult ya fantasy built around captive princess, revolution, betrayal. 432 pages and a satisfying conclusion.

What are the content warnings for Ash Princess?

Content notes include: violence, abuse. Sort By Cravings always flags these so you can make informed choices.

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📚 Last reviewed: March 2026 Guide verified against current edition
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