
We learn more about their back stories, what these villains would be like as young adults and so much more. In that way, the novel truly innovates in bringing a new perspective on old characters. It uses the concept of villains to present stories about upbringing and coming of age. “City of Villains” - a young adult novel meant for those between 14 and 18 years old - does a lot to mix villains with heroes at the same time. While there, she investigates disappearing teenagers and soon finds herself stuck in a battle between those who can wield magic and those who seek to destroy it. The novel tells the story of Mary Elizabeth Heart (the Queen of Hearts), who is a high school student that works as an intern at the Monarch City police department. But what about a Disney story that feels a lot like something from the Batman franchise?Įnter “City of Villains,” the latest novel from Estelle Laure. It’s unlikely you’d see Batman in a Disney story.
