An interesting literary trend is stories where the bad guy becomes the hero. This story twist is interesting and makes people wonder what they think is good and evil in a new way.

Some people think these stories are interesting because they do not fit any category. In a world where people in power often decide between good and bad, these stories are a nice change of pace. They show how complicated people are and how broken the structures we use to live our lives are.

Authors delve into the depths of evil and virtue in fiction and non-fiction. They want us to think again about what fairness means and what we think we know. Read some of the most interesting books with us.  

Hench by Natalie Zina Walschots

Anna, a temp for villains, leads a mundane life until a hero's intervention leaves her severely injured. With no money or mobility, she uses her data skills to reveal the actual cost of heroism.

Her viral campaign exposes the damage heroes cause, landing her a job with a notorious villain. Anna's journey from a powerless temp to a key lieutenant explores the blurry line between good and evil, blending office politics, data science, and heroism in a sharp, witty narrative.

A Feather So Black by Lyra Selene

Fia is a rare changeling left by the Fair Folk when they kidnap Eala, the high queen's daughter. The queen takes Fia in, training her to be a spy. When a gate to the fae realm is discovered, Fia is tasked to retrieve Eala and break her curse. Prince Rogan, her childhood friend and Eala's betrothed, accompanies her.

As they journey, Fia's feelings for Rogan and her unexpected attraction to the fae lord complicate the situation, leading her to question her origins and the truth of her mission. 

King of Battle and Blood by Scarlett St. Clair

Isolde de Lara has to marry the vampire king Adrian to end a war, but she wants to kill him first. When her attempt fails, Adrian tells her he will turn her into the undead if she tries again.

As she navigates the brutal vampire court, Isolde discovers the truth about Adrian and her kingdom, forcing her to reconsider her goals. Despite their chemistry, she fears Adrian and questions why he chose her as his consort, with the answer set to shatter her world. 

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Iron Widow by Xiran Jay Zhao

In a world where boys and girls pilot mech suits against aliens, Zetian joins to avenge her sister's death. She kills the pilot responsible through their psychic link, becoming an Iron Widow, a feared female pilot who can sacrifice boys for power.

When given the strongest man pilot, Li Shimin, to control her, Zetian refuses to be tamed. Using their combined power, she manages to stay alive and plans to destroy the sexist pilot system so that no more girls are forced to be sacrificed.

Legendborn by Tracy Deonn

To escape after her mother's death, 16-year-old Bree Matthews starts a residential program. On her first night, she sees a magical attack and learns about the Legendborn, a group of people who secretly hunt demons. A magician's unsuccessful memory wipe awakens Bree's magic and a long-buried recollection of her mother.

Determined to uncover the truth, Bree infiltrates the Legendborn, discovering they are King Arthur's descendants preparing for a magical war. Bree must decide whether to use her magic against them or join their fight. 

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