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The Rebel Witch (The Crimson Moth, Book 2)
By (Author) Kristen Ciccarelli
Book 2
HarperCollins Publishers
Magpie
2nd July 2025
27th February 2025
United Kingdom
General
Fiction
Historical fantasy
Epic fantasy / heroic fantasy
Romance: fantasy and paranormal
Fairy and Folk tales / Fairy tale retellings
813.6
Hardback
464
Width 159mm, Height 240mm, Spine 40mm
700g
The highly anticipated sequel to The Crimson Moth .
A WITCH
Rune Winters is on the run. Ever since the boy she loved, Gideon Sharpe, revealed who she was and delivered her into enemy hands, everyone wants her dead. If Rune hopes to survive, she must ally herself with the cruel and dangerous Cressida Roseblood, whos planning to take back the Republic and reinstate a Reign of Witchessomething Cressida needs Rune to accomplish.
A WITCH HUNTER
Apparently it wasnt enough for Rune to deceive Gideon; shes now betrayed him by allying herself with Cressidathe witch who made his life a living hell. Gideon wont allow the Republic to fall to the witches and be plunged back into the nightmares of the past. In order to protect this new world he fought for, every last witch must dieespecially Rune Winters.
AN IMPOSSIBLE CHOICE
When Rune makes Gideon an offer he cant refuse, the two must pair up to accomplish dangerous goals. The more theyre forced into each others company, the more Gideon realizes the feelings he had for Rune arent as dead and buried as he thought. And now hes faced with a terrible choice: sacrifice the girl he loves to stop a monster taking back power, or let Rune live and watch the world he fought so hard for burn.
In Kristen Ciccarellis The Rebel Witch, the exciting conclusion to The Crimson Moth duology, love has never been so deadly.
Praise for The Crimson Moth Duology:
'A steamy game of cat and mouse between witch and witch-hunter, played out against a backdrop of opulence, secrets, and bloody history. I couldn't look away' Kendare Blake, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Champion of Fate
'Enchanting and deeply romantic, The Crimson Moth drew me in with the first sentence and left me breathless by the last. A story that unfolds like a spell, and one that is destined to capture your heart' Rebecca Ross, New York Times bestselling author of Divine Rivals
'Kristen Ciccarelli bewitched me with raw storytelling talent! THE CRIMSON MOTH is a gritty caper and a delectable enemies-to-lovers fantasy romance rolled into one. From the high-stakes intrigue, to the rich world-building, to the enthralling magic system, to the toe-curling tension between two striking characters who are destined to be foes but cant keep their hands (and hearts) to themselvesthere is nothing about this book that I dont fervently adore' Thea Guanzon, Sunday Times bestselling author of The Hurricane Wars
'COULD NOT PUT IT DOWNIts the sexy witchy lady PIMPERNELL retelling we all deserve' Kester Grant, Sunday Times bestselling author of The Court of Miracles
'An enchantingly written, high-stakes romantasy with a pulse-racing plot I was captivated' Natasha J. Hastings, author of How to Charm a Viscount
'A spell-binding fantasy romance with twists, turns, and an irresistible forbidden love. Between the intricate and unique magic system, an addictive enemies-to-lovers romance, and a stunning world filled with intrigue, Ciccarelli weaves a tale that is impossible to put down I was left thinking about Rune and Gideon long after I turned the last page' Elizabeth Helen, author of Beasts of the Briar series
'A masterclass in tension, Ciccarelli spellbound me immediately in this searing conclusion to an enemies-to-lovers duology that is sure to be romantasy readers new favourite' Megan Scott, author of The Temptation of Magic
Kristen Ciccarelli is an internationally bestselling author whose books have been translated into a dozen languages. She grew up on her grandfather's grape farm and spent her childhood running through vineyards, making forts in the barn, and adventuring in the deep, dark woods behind the house. Before writing books for a living, Kristen dropped out of college and worked various jobs. These included: fruit picker, artisanal baker, L'Arche assistant, community bake oven coordinator, bookseller, and potter. She also spent a year living in a punk house. Today, Kristen resides in the Niagara region of Ontario with her husband and their book-obsessed toddler. She is happiest when she's reading a good book by a warm fire or chasing her giggly daughter down the shores of Lake Erie. Learn more at www.kristenciccarelli.com or follow Kristen on Substack: kristenciccarelli.substack.com