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Brittney Arena
Brittney Arena is the author of the fantasy novel A Dance of Lies. She writes stories centered on court intrigue and magic for readers who enjoy high-stakes adventure.
A Dance of Lies
- Pages
- 448
- Published
- 2025
- Language
- English
Synopsis
After two years in a dungeon for a crime she didn't commit, former court dancer Vasalie Moran is offered a desperate chance at freedom. She must act as a spy for the very king who imprisoned her, infiltrating a royal summit where the stakes are life and death. To survive the deadly games of the court, she forms an uneasy alliance with the king's greatest rival while uncovering secrets that threaten her entire world.
Genres
Characters
Vasalie MoranProtagonist
A former King's Jewel and dancer forced into a deadly spy mission after her protector is revealed as the villain.
Frequently asked questions
What inspired the author to write this story?
The author wrote the book while bedbound during a multi-year health journey, using the process as a form of escapism and a way to process her own experiences with physical pain and resilience.
Is this book part of a series?
It is the first installment in a series titled The Edge of Glass, which continues with the follow-up novel To Dance with Death.