Readers will be hooked from the first page to the last and will find themselves eagerly anticipating the next installment. Pearson maintains the mystery of Rafe and Kaden's identities, pulling readers through this masterfully crafted story." -Publishers Weekly, Starred Review "Pearson's first book in her Remnant Chronicles is thrilling. A thoroughly engrossing read-I couldn't put it down!" -Robin LaFevers, New York Times-bestselling author of Grave Mercy and Dark Triumph "This is the kind of story I love-a heart-pounding tale of magic and murder, betrayal and romance set in a richly imagined fantasy landscape." -Cinda Williams Chima, New York Times-bestselling author of the Seven Realms and the Heir Chronicles "Peppered with excerpts from sacred texts and traditional songs, the novel has a formidable heroine at its core, who is as quick with a knife as she is to laugh or cry. Full of lush writing and rich, complex characters, readers will quickly become enmeshed in the intricate web of lies that have been woven into the very fabric of the kingdom itself. The Horn Book "The Kiss of Deception is a deeply satisfying, intricately plotted fantasy where no one-no one-is quite what they seem. School Library Journal, starred review After her strong Jenna Fox series, Pearson adeptly switches gears here from science fiction to fantasy, but her ability to write a romance featuring complex characters and a strong plot remains constant.
Romance, adventure, mysticism-this book has it all and it just may be the next YA blockbuster. Booklist, starred review A marvelous new fantasy series that is sure to find an audience with devotees of Suzanne Collins's The Hunger Games and John Flanagan's Ranger's Apprentice books (Philomel). This has the sweep of an epic tale, told with some twists. Publishers Weekly Pearson offers readers a wonderfully full-bodied story: harrowing, romantic, and full of myth and memory, fate and hope.
School Library Journal Pearson (the Jenna Fox Chronicles) is off to an extraordinary start with her fantasy series, the Remnant Chronicles, creating an alluring world and romance that's ideal for fans of Kristin Cashore and Megan Whalen Turner. Fans of the Game of Thrones series will enjoy the magic and fantasy in this timeless dystopian world." -VOYA Gripping, urgent, and highly appealing. This is definitely one of my favorite reads of the year!" -Alyson Noel, #1 New York Times-bestselling author of The Immortals "In The Kiss of Deception, a new realm is masterfully created, featuring court intrigue, feuding nations, breathtaking landscapes, and the gift of sight. Praise for The Kiss of Deception: "The Kiss of Deception has it all-beautiful writing, heart-pounding suspense, a fiery princess, and an epic romance that'll make you swoon.
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