Embrace the Serpent

A dangerous deal binds a young jeweller's apprentice to the mysterious Serpent King, thrusting her into a deadly game between the cunning, fearsome ruler and his rebellious huntsman. Perfect for fans of The Wrath & the Dawn and Once Upon a Broken Heart.The Serpent King is the most eligible bachelor in the land: a monster with dark and terrible magic and the ruler of the last free kingdom. Riches and power await his future bride - but also a life forever trapped in the games of court.That fate is eighteen-year-old Saphira's worst nightmare. Ever since the Empire made her an orphan, she's found freedom in being invisible. So, despite her rare gift for harnessing the magic in gemstones, she lets an unscrupulous jewelsmith take credit for her increasingly sought-after work.

An exquisite jewel of a book ― Ava Reid, No.1 New York Times bestselling author of A Study in Drowning

A stunning journey with unique magic, irresistible love interests, and a poignant struggle. Readers will devour this adventure with its fairytale energy and lush world ― Lexi Ryan, No.1 New York Times Bestselling Author of These Hollow Vows

A story as multifaceted and compelling as any necklace its clever jewelsmith crafts, Embrace the Serpent will keep the reader eagerly chasing after Saphira and her Serpent King until the last page ― Shveta Thakrar, author of the Andre Norton Nebula Award finalist Star Daughter

A seductive, jewel-studded escape into a world of deception, power, and romance ― Dinesh Thiru, author of Into the Sunken City

An enchanting tale that must not be missed. Beautifully written, with luscious prose, a sweeping love story, and adventure at every turn ― Angela Montoya, author of Sinner's Isle and A Cruel Thirst