The number one bestseller in enemies-to-lovers romantasy continues with the second installment of the series "City of Fantome," which has been described as "addictive" by The Guardian. A path of destiny ignited with love, magic, and betrayal…

From a remote refuge on a hill, far from the city of Fantome, Seraphine Marchant and the Order of Flames plan to eliminate shadow magic with lightfire. But as Sera struggles to control her growing powers, fate calls her back to Fantome and the murderer haunting her dreams.

Ransom Hale can't get Sera out of his mind. As their rivalry intensifies and he grapples with the responsibility of leading the Order of Blades, he feels he's losing himself. Is he doomed to a life in the shadows? Or can he forge a different path?

Meanwhile, the revolution is heating up in the kingdom, and a dangerous prince is increasing his power. Forced to cooperate by royal decree, the conflicting hearts of Sera and Ransom are pushed to their limits. And while all these events unfold, an ancient prophecy is revealed—a prophecy that will change Valterre's fate forever…

Endorsement for "The Dagger and the Flame": "Rich world-building, witty dialogues, and romantic tension in an exceptionally addictive fantasy adventure." – The Guardian

"Romantic, dramatic, and dark." – The Daily Mail

"Hot romantic relationship, exciting world-building, excellent writing." – Lauren Roberts, bestselling author of Powerless

"Packed with Doyle's trademark vivid descriptions and sharp humor, The Dagger and the Flame is a thorough adventure through the dangerous streets of Fantome. Enemies falling in love, promises of death and kisses, compelling mystery, adorable animal companions—covering every aspect of romantasy and sure to delight fans everywhere." – Melinda Salisbury, author of The Sin Eater's Daughter

"Fast-paced, exciting, and clever, and since it's by Catherine Doyle, beautifully written too. Oh, and let me mention—it's very, very hot?" – Louise O’Neill, author of The Surface Breaks

"Top-tier and relentless: everyone brace yourselves, the true rival story of the nearly lovers has arrived." – Sarah Rees Brennan, author of Long Live Evil

"Impressive, exciting, and heartbreakingly romantic. The Dagger and the Flame will become your new obsession." – Katherine Webber, co-author of Twin Crowns

"A skillful plot." – The Bookseller Buyer’s Guide

"Catherine Doyle returns to her roots with a story of enemies falling in love that will keep readers spellbound. An intense and adventurous story enriched with Doyle's characteristic humor, it is a must-read for fans of romantasy." – The Irish Examiner

"In this dazzling young adult fantasy, Doyle plays with themes of magic, secrets, friendship, family, morality, and love in this story of capes and knives." – Children's Books Ireland, Recommended Reads

"The Dagger and the Flame was the #1 children's bestseller on the TCM chart on September 28, 2024, and #9 on the New York Times bestseller list for Youth Literature books on October 10, 2024."

Pages: 512, Year of Publication: 0911, Dimensions: 15.3x15.3cm