A Dance of Lies

By: Brittney Arena

Narrated by: Lauren Fortgang

Bloomsbury presents A Dance of Lies by Brittney Arena, read by Lauren Fortgang.

This is wrong. It's reckless, dangerous, but-
I can't get you out of my head. I can't wash you from my skin.

Vasalie Moran was once a dancer in King Illian’s court – until he framed her for murder. Barely surviving her two years in the dungeons, she’s suddenly called to face her King. He offers her a deal: become his spy at the month-long royal Gathering and he’ll grant her freedom.

As Illian’s orders grow bloody and dangerous, forcing her to harm and betray those around her, Vasalie discovers the monster she serves may be aligned with a bigger monster – one far closer to home. With her world threatened, Vasalie enlists the help of Illian’s brother and greatest adversary, the King of the East.

As the rivalry between brothers escalates with Vasalie caught in the middle, the truth of her past comes to light. If she wants to survive, she must decide who to trust, who to fight for, and how much of her soul she’s willing to damn in the process.

©2025 Brittney Arena (P)2025 Bloomsbury Publishing Plc

Critic reviews

'Arena's A Dance of Lies is a mesmerizing debut of intricate plotlines, sizzling romance, and treacherous alliances, deftly choreographed with rich, evocative language into a tale as hauntingly exquisite as one of Vasalie's dances. A breathtaking new favorite!' (Lyra Selene, #1 Sunday Times Bestselling author of A Feather So Black)

'As beautiful and sharp as the edge of shattered glass, this twisting tale of intrigue, romance, and resilience grabs you by the throat and refuses to let go' (K. M. Enright, Sunday Times bestselling author of Mistress of Lies)