A Dance of Lies, Brittney Arena
A Dance of Lies, Brittney Arena
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A Dance of Lies

Author: Brittney Arena

Series: The Edge of Glass #1

Narrator: Lauren Fortgang, Brittney Arena

Unabridged: 15 hr 14 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 06/10/2025

Includes: Bonus Material Bonus Material Included


Synopsis

A debut fantasy romance filled with hope after heartbreak, secrets, and betrayal, as a dancer-turned-spy must decide how far she will go to secure her freedom

“Beautifully written, with immersive worldbuilding, a gripping plot, and heart-pounding danger around every turn.”—Kerri Maniscalco, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Throne of Secrets

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 six-week 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 that 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 infamous King of the East.

As the rivalry between brothers escalates, with Vasalie caught in the middle, the horrifying 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.

* This audiobook edition includes a downloadable PDF contianing an illustrated map of The Crown's Syndicate.

Reviews

Goodreads review by kitkat on June 02, 2025

3.5 ⭐️ rounded down 3.5 rounded down i have… a love hate relationship with this book. i’m still processing, but overall it was okay. i feel slightly disappointed though, because i thought this book would have disability rep in fantasy, but unfortunately, it did not work that well. the main character,......more

Goodreads review by Farda on May 27, 2025

3.5 stars "I know darkness intimately." I really enjoyed this one. The mystery and atmosphere pulled me in right from the start, and I found myself curious and intrigued even when I wasn’t entirely sure where the story was heading. That’s a good thing for me. I like when a book takes its time and lets......more

Goodreads review by Léa on April 27, 2025

a romantasy with a disabled/chronically ill protagonist is ALL I needed to know in order to pick this up!!! I ADORE a fantasy with a royal/court setting + political intrigue and this had all of that with a good mix of tension, romance and discussions on chronic pain. following a dancer turned spy, I......more

Goodreads review by DianaRose on June 28, 2025

firstly, thank you to the publisher for an arc! a dance of lies was one of my highly anticipated romantasy debuts for 2025, and it is a great addition to the romantasy genre! of course, it had all of my favorite tropes so it’s not that hard to please me in that case. even though a dance of lies had ma......more

Goodreads review by Robin on May 14, 2025

too flour-ey (if you get this i love you)......more


Quotes

“Beautifully written, with immersive worldbuilding, a gripping plot, and heart-pounding danger around every turn.”—Kerri Maniscalco, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Throne of Secrets

“A breathtaking debut! A Dance of Lies is beautifully written and filled with intrigue, with an incredible protagonist who is both vulnerable and resilient. It’s romantic, heartrending, and riveting—prepare to be swept away by this captivating fantasy.”—Sue Lynn Tan, USA Today 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 don’t want to miss!”—Kalyn Josephson, New York Times bestselling author of This Dark Descent

“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, author of Mistress of Lies