The Dagger and the Flame

From the number one bestselling author Catherine Doyle comes the most fiery enemies-to-lovers romantasy of the year. Perfect for fans of Sarah J. Maas, Leigh Bardugo and Stephanie Garber.

In the vivid and treacherous world of Fantome, where cobbled streets whisper secrets and shadowy figures lurk at every corner, two rival assassins navigate a perilous game of deception, power, and passion. When seventeen-year-old Seraphine's world is violently shattered by her mother's murder, she escapes into the labyrinthine alleys, seeking refuge and vengeance. Joining the Cloaks, an ancient guild of thieves, Sera is driven by a burning desire to right the wrongs inflicted upon her. But in a city where Shade-magic is both a rare gift and a deadly weapon, danger is never far behind.

As Sera's quest for justice deepens, her path crosses with that of Ransom, heir to the ruthless Order of Daggers. Their fates intertwine amidst the city's glittering facades and hidden catacombs. Ransom is a young assassin with stormy eyes and a legacy of violence, but Sera's mysterious and untamed magic unsettles him in ways he never anticipated. Against a backdrop of whispered betrayals and looming threats, the two must determine whether their shared destinies will lead to destruction or redemption.

In The Dagger and the Flame, Catherine Doyle masterfully weaves a narrative that pulses with tension and intrigue. Fantome's dark alleys are alive with whispers of monsters prowling the city, while the warring guilds vie for dominion over its shadowy underworld. As Sera and Ransom fight to unearth the truth amidst swirling chaos, they are confronted with choices that will test their hearts and their fates—will they choose forgiveness or revenge? The heat of a shared flame or the sharp bite of a dagger?

Note: The Dagger and the Flame is recommended for readers aged 16+ due to mature themes and elements of peril.