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A Dance of Lies is the stunning debut fantasy novel from author Brittney Arena.
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 month-long 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 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 King of the East.
As the rivalry between brothers escalates with Vasalie caught in the middle, the 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
A Dance of Lies is a book that is hard to believe is the authors debut. It’s stunning. The world building, the strong female lead. The love interests. It was just an absolutely phenomenal read from start to finish!
It’s original, gripping and one of my favourite Romantasy reads of 2025.
I cannot wait to read more from Brittney Arena, roll on 2026 when the second book is released!
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