A Feather So Black

Lyra Selene

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A Feather So Black

A Feather So Black

Lyra Selene

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Description
Set in a world of perilous magic and moonlit forests, this seductive romantic fantasy tells the story of a defiant changeling, her cursed sister, and the dangerous fae lord she must defeat to save her family.

In a kingdom where magic has been lost, Fia is a rare changeling, left behind by the wicked Fair Folk when they stole the High Queen's daughter and retreated behind the locked gates of Tír na nÓg.

Most despise Fia's fae blood. But the queen raises her as a daughter and trains her to be a spy. Meanwhile, the real princess Eala is bound to Tír na nÓg, cursed to become a swan by day and only returning to her true form at night.

When a hidden gate to the realm is discovered, Fia is tasked by the queen to retrieve the princess and break her curse. But she doesn't go alone: with her is prince Rogan, Fia's dearest childhood friend--and Eala's betrothed.

As they journey through the forests of the Folk, where magic winds through the roots of the trees and beauty can be a deadly illusion, Fia's mission is complicated by her feelings for the prince...and her unexpected attraction to the dark-hearted fae lord holding Eala captive. Irian might be more monster than man, but he seems to understand Fia in a way no one ever has.

Soon, Fia begins to question the truth of her mission. But time is running out to break her sister's curse. And unraveling the secrets of the past might destroy everything she has come to love.

About the Author

Lyra Selene was born under a full moon and has never quite managed to wipe the moonlight out of her eyes. She grew up on a steady diet of mythology, folklore, and fantasy, and now writes tall tales of twisted magic, forbidden love, and brooding landscapes. She lives in New England with her husband, daughter, and dog in an antique farmhouse that's probably not haunted. A Feather So Black is her adult debut.

Critical Reviews

"With a breathtaking, sizzling romance, A Feather So Black weaves a twisted fairy tale of thorns and teeth."--K.M. Enright, author of Mistress of Lies

"Opulent and scorching, A Feather So Black transcends the genres of romance and fantasy into a tale that is timeless, blood-spattered, and rich with longing and magic. Selene lured me to the dangers of her fairy world and I never want to leave." --Roshani Chokshi, New York Times bestselling author of The Last Tale of the Flower Bride

"Dark and dangerous and teeming with romance, A Feather So Black is an exhilarating adventure that walks the edge of a blade. Truly enchanting."--Rachel Gillig, New York Times bestselling author of Two Twisted Crowns

Darkly enchanting and beautifully written, A Feather So Black is the perfect mix of atmospheric fantasy, heart-stopping action, and delicious romance. --Thea Guanzon, New York Times bestselling author of The Hurricane Wars

I was hooked from the first chapter. Immersive world building, whimsical prose, gripping adventure, and heart-stopping romance, A Feather So Black will definitely be a new romantasy favorite!--A.K. Mulford, bestselling author of The High Mountain Court

"A Feather So Black is a beautiful nightmare, an eldritch tale steeped in lore and lush with exquisite prose. By turns seductive and heartbreaking, this enthralling journey heralds a new era of fantasy." --Breanne Randall, New York Times bestselling author of the Unfortunate Side Effects of Heartbreak and Magic

"Selene makes the world of the fae mysterious, sensual, and enthralling. Readers ready to graduate from Sarah J. Maas will want to snap this up."
--Publisher's Weekly

"Selene smoothly reinterprets the swan-princess fairy tale with surprising reveals that will delight fantasy readers."
--Booklist

"A complex heroine, a genuinely compelling love quadrangle, political intrigue, sexy Fae, and lots more." --Paste Magazine

"Luxuriantly poetic [and] extravagantly sexy, A Feather So Black's high stakes and high emotion cast a swoon-worthy spell sure to enthrall readers."

--Shelf Awareness

Publishing Information

Publisher: Orbit
Pub date: 2024-03-12
Length: 496 pages

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