Nettle & Bone (T. Kingfisher)

Sometimes you set out to marry a prince, sometimes you set out to kill one. Beautifully written, with bits of Terry Pratchett-esque humor woven in, it's fairy tale with a sting.

"It's a fool's errand and we're all going to die," said Fenris. He patted her shoulder. "Still, I have to admit I didn't see the chicken or the puppet coming.”