This fae crown demands blood. Anova has been burnt before. As a thief, it's best that no one knows your real name. Better to be alive and a cheater than an honest corpse. But when her debts catch up to her, a dangerous fae bargain is the only way to repay them before she loses her freedom. Despite her hatred of his folk, she agrees to become the assassin of the young and mysterious fae lord, Leander. The catch? She must pose as his human lover. Because every moment between them must be a farce to save their lives, Anova can’t trust her heart. When they discover a bloody fae curse, her hand is forced. Allow Leander to sacrifice himself to end a reign of fae tyranny, or die in his place. Will it be her life? Or her heart?

The crown that answers to blood isn’t one you want. After Anova killed for the fae she thought she loved, she wakes to her worst nightmare. Her life is tied to the all-powerful blood crown. If she doesn’t destroy the cursed fae object before it’s too late, she’ll die. Left with no allies, Anova is forced to turn to the enemy she never thought she the cruel and ambitious fae Hellmyr, son of the dead High King. She bargains away her hand in marriage for protection against her assassins. Luckily for her, Anova’s good at faking the part. Even if her heart betrays her. But her time’s running thin, and the price for breaking the curse might just be worse. One way or another, blood will be spilled. Perfect for fans of The Cruel Prince and ACOTAR, this fae romance has all the dark fairy tale vibes. For those who like enemies to lovers, witty banter, touch-her-and-die-ness, and fake engagements. \*NOTE this book is upper YA/NA featuring mature situations and some adult language. The romance is slow burn but leads to moderate spice. As part of a series, this book ends on a cliffhanger.