A Dance of Lies

The epic, unmissable new romantic fantasy. 2025’s most-anticipated debut romantic fantasy is filled with hope after heartbreak, secrets, betrayal, dancing – and the touch of a goddess of death…

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!

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

A breathtaking debut! Dance of Lies is beautifully written and filled with intrigue, with an incredible protagonist who is both vulnerable and resilient. Romantic, heartrending, and riveting - prepare to be swept away by this captivating fantasy

A stunningly elegant story of grit, passion, and determination that will sweep you up with its magic, keep you on your toes with twists, and leave you breathless for more. A glittering fantasy debut you don’t want to miss!

Beautifully written with immersive world building, a gripping plot and heart-pounding danger around every turn, A Dance of Lies will keep readers wholly entranced from start to finish. It’s a dark, opulent jewel of a debut that’s sure to sparkle fiercely in the adult fantasy world. Arena crafted a well choreographed dance of deception, where one wrong move could cost the determined Vasalie it all. A slow-burn romantic fantasy you don’t want to miss from a wonderful new talent—I’m excited to see what comes next!

Arena has created a propulsive, twisting story, filled with tension and intrigue, and a scintillating romance that will keep you on your toes. A Dance of Lies is a sharp, glittering and dangerous debut not to be missed

Brittney Arena is the #1 Sunday Times bestselling author of A Dance of Lies . With a background in both brand and visual design, she has always found solace in art. However, after a challenging health journey, she turned to writing, and what began as a coping mechanism evolved into a journey of exploration, allowing her to traverse new worlds from wherever she might be. When she’s not penning tales, Brittney spends her time binging k-dramas, playing with her camera, and waging war against ungodly amounts of pet hair. She currently resides in North Carolina with her husband and two pups, and is always ready for the next adventure, whether it be on page or in real life.