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Romantic intrigue and electric action fill the gripping sequel to The Tiger at Midnight, a world inspired by ancient Indian history and Hindu mythology. Perfect for fans of Sabaa Tahir and Victoria Aveyard.

A stolen throne. A lost princess. A rescue mission to take back what's theirs.

For Kunal and Esha, finally working together as rebels, the upcoming Sun Mela provides the perfect guise for infiltrating King Vardaan's vicious court. Kunal returns to his role as dedicated soldier, while Esha uses her new role as adviser to Prince Harun to seek allies for their rebel cause. A radical plan is underfoot to rescue Jansa's long-lost Princess Reha--the key to the throne.

But amidst the Mela games and glittering festivities, much more dangerous forces lie in wait. With the rebel's entry into Vardaan's court, a match has been lit, and long-held secrets will force Kunal and Esha to reconsider their loyalties--to their countries and to each other.

Getting into the palace was the easy task; coming out together will be a battle for their lives. In book two of Swati Teerdhala's epic fantasy trilogy, a kingdom will fall, a new ruler will rise, and all will burn.

Enemies to Lovers: Now forced to work together as rebels, former assassin Esha and soldier Kunal must learn to trust each other as they infiltrate a dangerous court. But old loyalties die hard.
Indian Inspired Fantasy: A lush, epic world steeped in Hindu mythology and ancient Indian history, filled with glittering festivals, dangerous games, and long-held secrets.
Spies and Assassins: Esha must play the part of a royal adviser to uncover allies, while Kunal resumes his role as a soldier--a deadly game of deception where one wrong move means death.
A High-Stakes Heist: Their mission is to rescue the long-lost Princess Reha from the heart of a vicious kingdom. But getting into the palace is only the beginning.
Hidden Magic: With Kunal's unpredictable shape-shifting powers beginning to surface, the pair must fight not only the king's forces but the secrets hidden in their own blood.