Apprentice to the Villain by Hannah Nicole Maehrer (Paperback)

Apprentice to the Villain is the second instalment in Hannah Nicole Maehrer’s Assistant to the Villain series, continuing Evie Sage’s unexpected career in organised evil. Evie has settled comfortably into life as the loyal assistant to The Villain, finding surprising fulfilment in managing dark deeds, dangerous schemes, and her infuriatingly charming employer.

But Rennedawn is no longer stable. Strange shifts in the kingdom’s magic leave The Villain’s manor exposed, drawing unwanted attention from enemies who have waited patiently for weakness. With her boss distracted and the threat level rising, Evie is forced to step beyond her familiar role and take responsibility for protecting the lair, the work, and the carefully balanced chaos they oversee.

As tensions grow, Evie begins learning skills she never imagined she would need. Political deception, strategic betrayal, and the practical use of daggers all become part of her expanding job description. Alongside the danger, her connection to The Villain deepens, blurring the lines between duty, loyalty, and something far more personal.

Witty, romantic, and sharply self-aware, Apprentice to the Villain blends fantasy adventure with humour and slow-burn tension. It explores ambition, power, and what it truly means to choose your own path, even when that path leads straight into darkness.