Devil May Lie
by Chani Lynn Feener
Why we picked it
A strong pick for readers who like dark, character-driven fantasy with dangerous loyalties and messy attraction. It blends trauma, power, and forbidden romance in a high-stakes setup.
About this book
Berga Obsidian has a fearsome reputation as the Brumal mafia’s butcher, splitting his time between the university and his laboratory while keeping nearly everyone at a distance. Marked by a childhood mistake he has never escaped, he lives under the weight of old trauma and recurring ghosts from his past. Retreating from others has become his way of keeping danger contained—until an accidental entanglement with a Royal upends that pattern.
Madden Odell appears to have everything: a powerful family name, a close friendship with the Imperial Prince, military training by day, and illicit street races at the Docks by night. Though he and Berga have crossed paths for years, they have never truly been close. That changes after one intense night leaves Madden wanting far more than he expected.
Their growing bond is complicated by the worlds they serve. Berga belongs to the Satellite, sworn to protect the mafia’s leader, while Madden stands with the Imperial family. As feelings deepen, they must decide whether loyalty to their rulers matters more than the connection forming between them.
The vibe
Mafia and royaltyForbidden connectionTrauma-haunted heroDual loyaltiesSci-fi romance
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Details
- Author
- Chani Lynn Feener
- Genre
- Science Fiction & Fantasy
- Published
- August 31, 2024
- Publisher
- Independently published
- Pages
- 455
- Reading time
- About 9 hours
- ISBN
- 9798337898414
