The Encanto's Curse (The Encanto's Daughter, 2)

In the fierce sequel to The Encanto’s Daughter, inspired by Filipino folklore, vampire queen MJ must get control over her curse before it causes a war.

“The lush backdrop, infused with Philippine folklore, sets this fantasy series with a racially diverse cast apart.”—Kirkus Reviews

“Brings much needed representation to the genre.”—School Library Journal

Stalking the night, sinking sharp teeth into its prey, a creature with vampiric bloodthirst terrorizes the kingdom. Manananggal, they call it. And as the newly crowned queen, MJ Robertson-Rodriguez must end the carnage. Except, when MJ wakes up in tattered clothes stained with blood, she quickly realizes the monster lives within her.

Puzzling over how to prevent more destruction, MJ flees to Mount Makiling with select members of her court, all while keeping her curse secret. By her side is Lucas, the talented knight who broke her heart by giving his own to another. And there’s Prince Qian, the devilishly handsome monster hunter from Jade Mountain who’s visiting on a diplomatic mission.

In the mountains, Prince Qian charms MJ. But she can’t deny her heart still beats for her beautiful knight. And as the manananggal tightens its grip on MJ, tainting her every thought with rage, a neighboring kingdom threatens to wage war on Biringan. Now the young queen must regain control of herself if she’s to keep control of the crown.

Standard and Primary covers are widely available through general retailers. They often have higher print runs and can be cheaper, especially during sales.

In contrast, Direct Market (DM) and variant covers are primarily sold in comic shops. DM editions tend to have more limited availability and may be more valuable to collectors.

The main differences lie in artwork style, availability, price, and collector appeal. Ultimately, the choice between standard and variant covers depends on personal preference, budget, and individual collecting goals.

Comic book enthusiasts have various formats to choose from when collecting their favorite stories.
Here's a brief overview of the main types:

Omnibus

• Large, hardcover collections
• Usually contain complete runs or extensive story arcs
• Typically 800-1000+ pages
• Higher price point, often €100-€150

Oversized Hardcover (OHC)

• Similar dimensions to omnibus, but thinner
• Collect shorter runs or story arcs
• Usually 300-600 pages
• Priced between €30-€50

Hardcover (HC)

• Standard-sized hardcover books
• Collect 6-12 issues typically
• Similar dimensions to single issues, but with a hard cover
• Priced around €25-€35

Trade Paperback (TP)

• Softcover collections
• Standard comic book size
• Usually collect 4-6 issues
• Most affordable option, typically €15-€25

Other Formats

• Absolute Editions: Oversized, deluxe hardcovers (mainly DC Comics)
• Compendiums: Massive paperback collections
• Graphic Novels (OGN/GN): Original stories not previously released as single issues

The choice between these formats often depends on personal preference, budget, and collecting goals. Omnibus and OHC editions offer larger artwork and more content but at a higher price, while TPs provide a more affordable way to collect complete story arcs