A Dance of Lies

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The epic, unmissable new romantic fantasy. 2025s most-anticipated debut romantasy is filled with hope after heartbreak, secrets, betrayal, dancing and the touch of a goddess of death


My protector is gone, revealed to be a monster. But I remind myself that I am not a damsel. Im no princess bound within a tower.

I am a shadow.

Vasalie Moran was once a dancer in King Illians court until he framed her for murder. Barely surviving her two years in the dungeons, shes suddenly called to face her King. He offers her a deal: become his spy at the month-long royal Gathering and hell grant her freedom.

As Illians 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 Illians 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 shes willing to damn in the process

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Arena's A Dance of Lies is a mesmerizing debut of intricate plotlines, sizzling romance, and treacherous alliances, deftly choreographed with rich, evocative language into a tale as hauntingly exquisite as one of Vasalie's dances. A breathtaking new favorite! -- Lyra Selene, #1 Sunday Times Bestselling author of A Feather So Black
As beautiful and sharp as the edge of shattered glass, this twisting tale of intrigue, romance, and resilience grabs you by the throat and refuses to let go -- K. M. Enright, Sunday Times bestselling author of Mistress of Lies
A breathtaking debut! Dance of Lies is beautifully written and filled with intrigue, with an incredible protagonist who is both vulnerable and resilient. Romantic, heartrending, and riveting - prepare to be swept away by this captivating fantasy -- Sue Lynn Tan, Sunday Times bestselling author of Daughter of the Moon Goddess.
A stunningly elegant story of grit, passion, and determination that will sweep you up with its magic, keep you on your toes with twists, and leave you breathless for more. A glittering fantasy debut you dont want to miss! -- Kalyn Josephson, author of This Dark Descent

Author Bio

With a background in design, art direction, and marketing, it wasnt until Brittney Arenas health took a nosedive that she developed a fierce love for reading and writing. This became not only a method of coping, but a way to travel and experience new worlds from home. In addition to telling stories, she mentors for Author Mentor Match, and runs an Instagram with over 18,000 followers (@reverieandink) where she discusses all things reading, craft, and illness/disability.