Once Upon a Time meets The Office in Hannah Nicole Maehrer’s laugh-out-loud viral TikTok series turned novel, about the sunshine assistant to an Evil Villain…and their unexpected romance.
REWARD OFFERED: Apprentice to The Villain wanted for treason (light), magical property damage (alleged), and one incident involving a weaponized scone (accurate). Frequently seen with a grumpy frog (crowned, judgmental). Answers to “Evie” or “Stop that.”
Evie Sage didn’t mean to become the right-hand woman to the kingdom’s most terrifying villain. One minute, she was applying for an entry-level position that promised “light paperwork and occasional beheadings,” and the next, she was knee-deep in magical mayhem, murder plots, and an entirely inappropriate crush on her brooding, sharp-jawed, walking disaster of a boss.
Now, with a magical prophecy unraveling, assassins showing up in the break room, and a suspicious amount of frogs wearing crowns, Evie has to figure out how to survive her job without setting the kingdom on fire―or her dignity, which is hanging by a very sarcastic thread.
Being evil-adjacent was never part of the five-year plan. But then again…neither was falling for The Villain.
A magical office comedy with grumpy bosses, snarky frogs, and definitely-not-feelings.
The series
Assistant to the Villain is a delightful blend of fantasy, romance, and humor that flips the script on traditional fantasy tropes. In this enchanting series, the lines between hero and villain blur as we follow a smart, sarcastic protagonist who’s stuck in the most unexpected of roles: assistant to a powerful, yet enigmatic villain.
Read full series description
Set in a world where magical beings and nefarious plots are commonplace, the series introduces readers to a heroine who’s anything but the typical sidekick. With a knack for problem-solving and an ever-growing connection with her complicated boss, she navigates a world filled with danger, intrigue, and plenty of witty banter. But the real charm lies in the unexpected dynamic that develops between them. The villain, mysterious and magnetic, becomes more than just an adversary—he’s a complicated figure whose true motivations slowly unravel, leaving both the assistant and the reader questioning who the real villain is.
Through vivid world-building and a deft touch of humor, Assistant to the Villain invites readers to lose themselves in a whimsical yet thrilling adventure. Romance weaves through the story, but it’s not just about love—it’s about power, choice, and the gray areas between good and evil. With each book, the stakes get higher, and the twists more irresistible, making the journey from apprentice to accomplice an unforgettable ride.
Whether you’re a fan of quirky characters, fast-paced plots, or stories where the bad guy might not be as bad as they seem, this series offers a unique take on the fantasy genre that will have you hooked from the very first page.
Be the first reviewer
Sign in and write the first reader review.
