"The Shadows Between Us is my favorite kind of fantasy: dark, mesmerizing, and completely addictive. With a gripping mystery and layered characters, it's a glittering tale of love and the pursuit of power. Put simply: it's the Slytherin romance we've all been waiting for." —Kerri Maniscalco, #1 New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of Stalking Jack the Ripper

“Tricia Levenseller’s latest, The Shadows Between Us, is a decadent and wickedly addictive fantasy, full of schemes and court intrigue, and delightful descriptions of food, which I am always a fan of.” —Kendare Blake, #1 New York Times–bestselling author of the Three Dark Crowns series

“A wickedly fun romp with corsets and jeweled daggers, Levenseller drops us into a competitive royal court, led there by Alessandra, an unapologetically ruthless and self-confident courtier who aims to overthrow the Shadow King and become queen. The king’s mysterious abilities and dark secrets complicate her passion to rule, all building to a sizzling, unbidden romance. The Shadows Between Us will heat up the page—and your heart.” —Emily R. King, author of The Hundredth Queen series

"A viciously satisfying romance featuring two well-matched opponents." —Booklist

Praise for Tricia Levenseller:
"One of my favourite YA books ever. The action! The world-building! The voice! This book kicks so much ass." — Cale Dietrich, author of The Love Interest, on Warrior of the Wild

"Rasmira's quest is thrilling, her emotional journey compelling; this adventure sings." —Booklist on Warrior of the Wild

"This high-octane novel is filled with mythical creatures and showcases a heroine who wants to be a warrior, a woman, and a leader." —School Library Journal, on Warrior of the Wild

"The real gratification lies in Rasmira’s transformation from broken, betrayed, girl to resourceful, confident victor. Her final clash with the god is heart pounding, and her triumph in front of her village and father is satisfyingly righteous." — The Bulletin for the Center for Children's Books, on Warrior of the Wild

"Levenseller has created a formidable female character who can take care of herself as she makes some hard decisions.” —School Library Journal on Daughter of a Pirate King

“[Levenseller’s] words will pull you in, and there's no escaping them." —Charlie N. Holmberg, author of The Paper Magician Series, on Daughter of the Siren Queen

“With a cunning plot, robust writing, and complicated characters, any reader will enjoy being manipulated in Levenseller's capable hands.” —Anna Banks, author of the New York Times Bestseller Of Triton, on Daughter of the Pirate King

01/31/2020

Gr 9 Up—Lady Alessandra Stathos aims to woo the Shadow King, marry him, and then kill him to take the kingdom for herself. Alessandra is no stranger to murder—in the opening of the book she admits to killing her first love after he rejects her—and shows no remorse for what she has done. She has all the details thought out regarding how she can gain the king's attention, make him fall in love with her, and carry out her plan. However, she does not anticipate enjoying the king's company, helping protect him from assassination attempts, or having to work around the shadows and rules that surround him. Alessandra is hardly likable—she is cunning and deceitful, and she loves to toy with others—yet readers will root for her. The ending ties up a bit too quickly and predictably, but this is a satisfying and engaging tale. VERDICT Hand this fantasy to readers who want a fun read with villains as the stars.—Megan Huenemann, Norris High School, Firth, NE

Few audiobooks warrant turning off all distractions, closing one’s eyes, and simply listening to the story unfold. Narrator Caitlin Davies creates just that experience as she passionately guides listeners through this gripping story of ambition, love, and desire. Listeners will find it impossible not to become fully involved with these dynamic settings, intricate scenes, and captivating characters. Davies embodies Alessandra, whose plan is to marry the powerful Shadow King—and then kill him. As she fights to take what is hers and defy anyone who gets in her way, Davies brings her to life. Yet she also hits moments of compassion with sensitivity and sweetness. Listeners will fall in love with this compelling story and be loath to push the pause button. J.O. © AudioFile 2020, Portland, Maine