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A debut fantasy romance filled with hope after heartbreak, secrets, and betrayal, as a dancer-turned-spy must decide how far she will go to secure her freedom My protector is gone, revealed to be a monster. But I remind myself that I am not a damsel. I’m no princess bound within a tower. I am a shadow. Vasalie Moran was once a dancer in King Illian’s court, until he framed her for murder. Barely surviving her two years in the dungeons, she’s suddenly called to face her king. He offers her a deal: become his spy at the six-week royal Gathering and he’ll grant her freedom. As Illian’s orders grow bloody and dangerous, forcing her to harm and betray those around her, Vasalie discovers that the monster she serves may be aligned with a bigger monster—one far closer to home. With her world threatened, Vasalie enlists the help of Illian’s brother and greatest adversary, the infamous King of the East. As the rivalry between brothers escalates, with Vasalie caught in the middle, the horrifying truth of her past comes to light. If she wants to survive, she must decide who to trust, who to fight for, and how much of her soul she’s willing to damn in the process.
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e-ARC review - A Dance of Lies by Brittney Arena
Calling all the fans of Once Upon a Broken Heart! Oh boy oh boy, wasn't this book something?
I was in a horrible reading slump, couldn’t carry on with the books I tried to start, but this book saved me the same way OCBH did. I didn’t know this was supposed as romantasy, as I wouldn’t’ve read if knew. But it was not that in the slightest. Yes, the FMC was seeking comfort in a way, but this book dives headfirst into political intrigues and sadistic games between the crowns. So much so that you only realize who the romantic pairing will really be from the middle to the end of the book.
The author's purple prose is good, it doesn't drag on too much, and she manages to paint the beautiful scenery of the crystal palace where the story takes place. It was a fast read for me.
Vasalie is not stupid and not frail in the slightest, even with her disabilities. I really liked her, especially her INSANE move at the end. I will not say anything about the romance so not to spoil it, but it was sweet, slow, and I can’t wait to read what comes next!
Many thanks to Random House Publishing Group - Del Rey, Random House Worlds, Inklore and NetGalley for providing this digital review copy in exchange for my honest thoughts.
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