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The Kiss of Deception
The Remnant Chronicles (Remnant Chronicles, Book 1)
498 pages
A clever, slow-burn fantasy romance built on hidden identities and the delicious tension of not knowing who to trust.
What it feels like
Reading this book feels like sitting in a bustling, rustic tavern where every glance holds a secret. The narrative unfolds at a steady, deliberate pace, inviting you to sink into the sun-warmed, earthy atmosphere of a coastal village before slowly tightening the screws of suspense. It is a masterclass in hidden identities, playing a clever shell game with its shifting perspectives that keeps you constantly guessing who is the protector and who is the threat. The prose is lyrical and earnest, wrapping a classic coming-of-age rebellion in layers of political intrigue and slow-burn romance. It is perfect for readers who love to be gently deceived, delighting those who crave a swoony, character-driven fantasy where the greatest danger lies in falling in love with the wrong person.
- Mood
- rustic
- tense
- atmospheric
- swoony
- Tone
- earnest
- romantic
- suspenseful
- secretive
- Pace
- steady
- Themes
- hidden identities · the burden of duty · claiming one's destiny · love versus betrayal
- The writing
- Lyrical and descriptive, utilizing cleverly concealed shifting perspectives to maintain a constant hum of mystery.
- The arc
- Moves from a desperate yearning for a simple, autonomous life to the thrilling, terrifying acceptance of a grander, inescapable destiny.
- Who it's for
- Readers who devour YA fantasy with intricate love triangles, slow-burn romance, and clever narrative deception.
Content notes
- violence
- betrayal
- kidnapping
About the book
"On the morning of her wedding, Princess Lia flees to a distant village. She settles into a new life, intrigued when two mysterious and handsome strangers arrive--and unaware that one is the jilted prince and the other an assassin sent to kill her. Deception abounds, and Lia finds herself on the brink of unlocking perilous secrets--even as she finds herself falling in love"--
On the morning of her wedding, Princess Lia flees to a distant village. She settles into a new life, intrigued when two mysterious, handsome strangers arrive. She is unaware one is the jilted prince and the other is an assassin sent to kill her. Book #1
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