Crown Me Dead: A Dark Fantasy Romance (Heartstring Duet)
Liv Zander
by Penelope Barsetti
Twenty-four years of peace have reigned since the dragons were freed, but the tides of fate are shifting. Lily Rothschild, daughter of the legendary Talon, was raised to wield a sword and command the skies rather than sit upon a throne. Seeking adventure, she steers her galleon into uncharted waters, only to be shipwrecked on a desolate, mist-shrouded island that serves as the gateway to the afterlife.
What begins as a quest for glory quickly spirals into a dark, seductive nightmare. Lily finds herself in the clutches of the God of the Underworld, a terrifyingly beautiful entity who holds an ancient grudge against her father. As she navigates this lethal hell-realm, the boundaries between captor and captive blur, igniting a forbidden romance that defies the laws of gods and mortals alike.
This paranormal romance masterfully weaves together high-stakes fantasy with intense, emotionally charged chemistry. Fans of found-family dynamics and epic world-building will be swept away by this gripping spin-off. If you crave a dark, atmospheric tale where power, vulnerability, and immortal desire collide, dive into this latest installment. It is the perfect escape for readers searching for a story where the stakes are life-and-death and the love is truly eternal.
June 14, 2025
Penelope Barsetti’s Princess of Death is a dark, seductive romance that plunges readers into a world where power and vulnerability collide. With her signature intensity and emotionally charged prose, Barsetti delivers a story that is as gripping as it is haunting. At the heart of the novel is a fiercely independent heroine, thrust into a volatile relationship with a powerful and enigmatic man. Their bond is marked by electrifying chemistry, emotional turbulence, and a constant push-and-pull...
July 1, 2025
I loved the death series. The storyline was different and the characters were complex and unexpected. When I saw there would be a spin off, I was very excited. I do like where the story is going, however, I wanted more for the lead up between lily and wrath. I hate when the main characters fall too hard too fast. It makes it less believable. Also, why would talon not tell his children about his past? It would have saved a lot of grief and frustration. Let’s see how this story ends… ) One person...
June 13, 2025
Welcome back Penelope Barsetti, Queen of fantasy books. We are all so grateful to be able to dive back into a world full of dragons, sexy underworld God, mystical creatures and so much more! In the continuation of the death series, the 5th installment brings us 20+ years into the future following now the daughter of talon and Calista. In this heart pounding story, We learn about Lily and the new appointed underworld god, Wrath. Our strong, fierce, brave, loyal and passionate MFC demonstrates...
June 14, 2025
Penelope Barsetti’s Princess of Death is a dark and intense romance novel that plunges readers into a world of danger, power, and passion. Known for her gripping storytelling and emotionally complex characters, Barsetti delivers a tale that keeps readers on edge from beginning to end. The story follows a fiercely independent heroine who finds herself entangled with a powerful, enigmatic man. Their relationship is fraught with tension, passion, and deep emotional conflicts. As secrets unravel...
June 21, 2025
adventurous challenging emotional medium-paced Plot- or character-driven? A mix Strong character development? N/A Loveable characters? Yes Diverse cast of characters? Yes Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A 4.75 rating Princess of Death takes place some 20+ years after Talon was crowned King of the Southern Isles. He and Calista are also parents to two kids, the kingdom and the dragons have seen peace all these years. Lily, is the firstborn and also heir to the throne. Talon has trained her...
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