***SIGNED BY THE AUTHOR*** Book 1 of 3 Perfect for fans of Throne of Glass and Shadow and Bone. In "A Fate so Twisted," Evolet Northwhit narrowly escapes the brutal Slaver's Way, saved by enigmatic servants of the elusive king of Taya. As she seeks asylum, the promised safety proves elusive. When Firen's royal family arrives, Evolet faces an impossible choice: become a pawn for a wicked prince or a weapon for a brutal fae queen. In a world of darkness, she must navigate treacherous paths, torn between conflicting forces. Will Evolet choose the lesser evil and taste the sweet freedom she yearns for? Dive into this enthralling tale of courage, sacrifice, and the pursuit of liberty. Author Belle Manuel Raised in the Deep South, Manuel is an author who revels in creating new worlds. As a general book addict and wordsmith, Manuel often finds herself lost in daydreams and plot trees. She's also an editor for other fantasy writers, so her whole world is books, books, books! The Firenian universe now spans six books—the Twisted Fates trilogy, completed in 2022, and the ongoing Soul Stealer Saga. Flames Like Darkness is the first entry in a new series co-authored with the incomparable Angelina J. Steffort. The second installment is expected late 2024. The Faerie Throne came out in 2023, bringing readers into a dark new world of fantasy and whimsy. This is the first in a new universe from the mind of Belle Manuel.