Assistant to the Villain
3 primary works
Book 1
Once Upon a Time meets The Office in Hannah Maehrer’s laugh-out-loud viral TikTok series turned novel, about the sunshine assistant to an Evil Villain…and their unexpected romance.
ASSISTANT WANTED: Notorious, high-ranking villain seeks loyal, levelheaded assistant for unspecified office duties, supporting staff for random mayhem and terror, and other Dark Things In General. Discretion a must. Excellent benefits.
With ailing family to support, Evie Sage's employment status isn't just important, it's vital. So when a mishap with Rennedawn’s most infamous Villain results in a job offer―naturally, she says yes. No job is perfect, of course, but even less so when you develop a teeny crush on your terrifying, temperamental, and undeniably hot boss. Don’t find evil so attractive, Evie.
But just when she’s getting used to severed heads suspended from the ceiling and the odd squish of an errant eyeball beneath her heel, Evie suspects this dungeon has a huge rat…and not just the literal kind. Because something rotten is growing in the kingdom of Rennedawn, and someone wants to take the Villain―and his entire nefarious empire―out.
Now Evie must not only resist drooling over her boss but also figure out exactly who is sabotaging his work…and ensure he makes them pay.
After all, a good job is hard to find.
Book 2
The hilarious grumpy x sunshine fantasy rom-com from the New York Times bestselling author and TikTok sensation
‘The slow burn was burning, great twists and turns and one of the rare books that actually made me laugh out loud’ ***** Reader review
‘Hilarious, heart-felt, and wonderful…incredible fairytale fantasy’ ***** Reader review
‘The banter was perfection.’ ***** Reader review
NOTICE TO STAFF: There has been a disturbing increase in cheeriness, sprightly behaviour and overall optimism of late. Please resume your former dark, ominous terrors at your earliest convenience. ?Mgmt
Evie Sage has never been happier to be the assistant to The Villain.
Who would have thought that working for an outrageously handsome (shhh, bad for his brand) evil overlord would be so rewarding?
But Rennedawn is in grave trouble, and all signs point to catastrophe.
Something peculiar is happening with the kingdom’s magic, and it’s made The Villain’s manor vulnerable to their enemies ... including their nemesis, the king.
Now it’s time for Evie to face her greatest challenge: protecting The Villain’s lair, all of his nefarious works, and maybe (provided no one finds out) the entire kingdom. No pressure, Evie.
It’s time to step out of her comfort zone and learn new skills. Like treason. Dagger work. Conspiring with the enemy. It’s all so…so…delightfully fun.
But what happens when the assistant to The Villain is ready to become his apprentice?
Readers love Apprentice to the Villain:
‘My most anticipated book of the year and it did NOT disappoint’ ***** Reader Review
‘I absolutely loved this book’ ***** Reader review
‘OH MY DAYS, I have such a profound love for these characters’ ***** Reader review
‘The tension and banter between the leads is well-written and laugh out loud enjoyable’ ***** Reader review
‘I couldn’t put this down’ ***** Reader review
‘These books have a bit of everything! Humour, romance, suspense, drama, blood, magic AND A TALKING FROG!’ ***** Reader review
‘I am overwhelmed by my love of this series and its characters’ ***** Reader review
The Assistant and the Villain series is best enjoyed in order:
Book #1 Assistant to the Villain
Book #2 Apprentice to the Villain
Hannah Nicole Maehrer, New York Times bestseller, October 2023
Book 3
From the creator of the viral TikTok videos about the sunshine assistant to the evil villain and their unexpected romance comes the third book in the hotly-anticipated fantasy romance series.
Readers can't wait to get their hands on a copy:
'I have never been so hyped for a book before'
'I will be buying this book so quickly even the dragon will be spooked!!'
'OMG finally!! I can't wait to have it in my hands!'
'As soon as it is out, I am going to run to buy it!! Cannot wait.'
'Giggling. Kicking my feet. I can't wait to read this!'
'I love this series so much, I've been hooked since the beginning. I'm so excited for the book.'
'I love Evie and the Villain so I NEED it.'