Den of Liars

By: Jessica S. Olson

Narrated by: Dylan Reilly Fitzpatrick, Emily Ellet

A young thief attempting a daring casino heist during a high-stakes tournament is torn between two warring brothers in Den of Liars, a thrilling YA fantasy romance by acclaimed author Jessica S. Olson.

Lola St. James is the world’s best kept secret. When her father’s loss in the Liar’s Dice Tournament—a high-stakes competition where players are forced to gamble with their deepest secrets—made her a target, she was rescued by the Thief, the notorious leader of the Tentacles. But the Thief’s kindness came with a price: Lola’s heart. In the years that followed, she and the Thief formed a bond like no other, able to feel each other’s emotions because of their shared heart.

Now, living under the pseudonym Astra, she is determined to prove herself and become a full-fledged Tentacle. But when a critical heist goes sideways, the only way forward is for Lola to compete in the Liar’s Dice Tournament herself. Lola is confident in her ability to pull off any heist, but the Thief's mysterious brother, the Liar, runs the game and he turns out to be more than she bargained for. As her attraction for him grows and illusions run wild, she will be forced to confront the secrets of her past, the truth of the brothers’ shared history, and the lies she tells herself.

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Critic reviews

“A scintillating and sumptuous adventure, Olson’s writing kept me reading late into the night. With a plot that dazzles, a world that is beautifully rendered, and a romance that smolders on the page…DEN OF LIARS is one thrill of a ride. Guard your heart—this book is going to steal it.” —Rebecca Ross, #1 New York Times-bestselling author of Divine Rivals

“Addictive, thrilling, and seductive, Den of Liars is a tale glittering with secrets and lies—and how important the distinction is between the two. Stuck between The Liar and The Thief, Lola must guard her heart as much as her truths.” - Tricia Levenseller, #1 New York Times-bestselling author of The Darkness Within Us

"Glamorous and dangerous, starbright and romantic, Den of Liars is a feast for the senses and a treat for fans of villain romance. Prepare to enter a world where you can trust no one and nothing—not even your own heart." —Allison Saft, New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of A Far Wilder Magic

"Glittering and addictive, Den of Liars held me spellbound from cover to cover with its dangerous mystery, smoldering romance, and intricately layered stakes. This delicious story will leave you breathless from the first roll of the enchanted dice." —Emily J. Taylor, New York Times bestselling author of Hotel Magnifique and The Otherwhere Post

"Olson has crafted an action-packed heist masterfully woven into a magical world of deception, yet full of sobering truths. With an intoxicating blend of high-stakes and angsty romance, Den of Liars is the perfect escape." -J. Elle, New York Times-bestselling author of the House of Marionne trilogy

"A swoonworthy fantasy romance" — Kirkus

Exceeded my expectations!

I devoured this book in basically one sitting. Normally YA is not really my jam but the premise of this sounded compelling so I picked it up. Den of Liars is the kind of dark, twisty fantasy that sinks its claws into you early and doesn’t let go. The court intrigue? So juicy. The betrayals? Sharp enough to leave scars. And the main character? A complete mess in the best, most relatable way. I loved her.

This world is rich with tension, secrets, and power plays, and it all feels so immersive. I found myself second-guessing everyone’s motives, and the ending still managed to punch me in the face (in a good way??).

If you're into morally gray heroines, dangerous romance, and plots layered like a poisoned cake, definitely add this to your TBR. Excited to see where the next book takes us.