Bound by Promises & Lies: Realms of Magic Book 2

With rumors circulating that her mama is planning an attack on the magic realms, Alathea must be the one to stop her—but after the disaster in the realm of Mizura, she is loath to leave her sister's side. When Alathea's ex-flame shows up uninvited in their safe haven, her best plan may be what she detests most: Leave her sister behind and return home to confront her mama with the high sorceress Lidja, whose tongue sharpens by the day. As her mama drums the path to war, her ex-flame plots revenge, and whenever Lidja opens her mouth, everything ends up worse, Alathea has to find a way to stop battles on all sides... ...which may just mean making a promise even worse than her last: A magical fake betrothal and all the very real feelings that come with it. is the second book in the Realms of Magic Young Adult fantasy series with a slow-burn sapphic romance, heart-pounding adventure, and shocking twists. If you liked Throne of Glass, A Curse So Dark & Lovely, or I Kissed Shara Wheeler you'll love this fast-paced story by Sienna Archer.