The Heart of Betrayal

The thrilling, New York Times bestselling sequel to The Kiss of Deception. Held captive in the barbarian kingdom of Venda, Lia and Rafe have little chance of escape. Desperate to save her life, Lia's erstwhile assassin, Kaden, has told the Vendan Komizar that she has the gift. Meanwhile, Rafe, who lied to Lia, has sacrificed his freedom to protect her, Kaden, who meant to assassinate her, has now saved her life, and the Vendans, whom Lia always believed to be barbarians, are not as she expected. Lia must make powerful choices that will affect her country and her own destiny.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 480 pages
Publication date: 15 September 2022
Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton

The captivating and eagerly awaited sequel to The Kiss of Deception, The Heart of Betrayal takes readers on a thrilling journey into the barbarian kingdom of Venda. Lia and Rafe, trapped within its grasp, face an impossible escape. In a desperate bid to save her life, Lia turns to her erstwhile assassin, Kaden, who reveals a shocking truth: Lia possesses a gift that captivates the attention of the Vendan Komizar.

As the plot unfolds, a web of lies, sacrifice, and unexpected alliances emerges. Rafe, who initially deceived Lia, now risks his freedom to protect her. Kaden, initially set on assassinating Lia, finds himself compelled to save her life. And the Vendans, whom Lia once perceived as barbarians, reveal a surprising complexity as she immerses herself in their world.

Lia grapples with her upbringing, her extraordinary gift, and her sense of self as she navigates a treacherous path. Her choices hold the potential to shape her country's destiny and her own fate. The Heart of Betrayal escalates the stakes and intensifies the romance, leaving readers eagerly anticipating the next installment in the Remnant Chronicles, The Beauty of Darkness.

It is a rare feat for a sequel to surpass the quality of its predecessor, but The Heart of Betrayal achieves just that. Praise has poured in from esteemed sources, including Booklist, which awarded it a starred review, stating, "A heart-pounding sequel that fantasy fans will appreciate." School Library Journal also praised the book, describing it as "a heart-pounding sequel that fantasy fans will appreciate."

In conclusion, The Heart of Betrayal is a must-read for fans of fantasy and adventure. It takes readers on a captivating journey filled with suspense, romance, and unexpected twists, leaving them eagerly anticipating the final chapter in the Remnant Chronicles. Prepare to be immersed in a world of magic, betrayal, and redemption as Lia fights for her survival and discovers the true nature of the Vendan kingdom.

Weight: 340g
Dimension: 196 x 130 x 34 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781399701150