DISCOVER AN INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER THIS CHRISTMAS – THE PERFECT GIFT FOR FANTASY
FANS. ‘SIZZLING. STUNNING. SPECTACULAR.’ – Lauren Roberts The ‘ highly addictive’ ( The
Guardian ) most fiery enemies-to-lovers romantasy of the year. Perfect for fans of Sarah J.
Maas Leigh Bardugo and Stephanie Garber. In the dark underbelly of a beautiful city two
rival assassins are pitted against each other in a deadly game of revenge where the most
dangerous mistake of all is falling in love… In Fantome Shade-magic is a deadly commodity
controlled by two enemy guilds: the Cloaks and the Daggers – the thieves and the assassins. On
the night of her mother’s murder 18-year-old Seraphine runs for her life. Seeking sanctuary
with the Cloaks Sera’s heart is set on revenge. But nothing can prepare Sera for the moment
she finally comes face-to-face with Ransom heir to the Order of Daggers. And Ransom is shocked
to discover that this unassuming farmgirl wields a strange and blazing magic he has never seen
before… Praise for The Dagger and the Flame : ‘Lush world-building witty dialogue and
romantic tension abound in a highly addictive fantasy romp.’ – The Guardian ‘Sizzling
romance stunning world-building spectacular writing.’ – Lauren Roberts bestselling author of
Powerless ‘Packed full of Doyle' s trademark lush description and snarky banter The
Dagger and the Flame is a sprawling adventure through the treacherous streets of Fantome.
Enemies to lovers sworn-to-kill-each-other-but-let' s-kiss swoony romance perilous
mystery cute animal sidekicks – it ticks every romantasy box and will delight fans
everywhere.’ – Melinda Salisbury author of The Sin Eater' s Daughter ‘Fast paced and
exciting and clever and because it’s Catherine Doyle it’s beautifully written too. Oh and
did I mention it’s really really hot?’ – Louise O’Neill author of The Surface Breaks
‘Gorgeous and ruthless: stand back everyone the true rivals to lovers has arrived.’ – Sarah
Rees Brennan author of Long Live Evil ‘Gorgeous thrilling and devastatingly romantic.
The Dagger and the Flame is guaranteed to be your new obsession.’ – Katherine Webber co-author
of Twin Crowns ‘Deftly plotted.’ – The Bookseller Buyer’s Guide ‘Catherine Doyle returns
to her roots with a tale of enemies to lovers that will have readers captivated. A tense
twisting story peppered with Doyle’s signature banter this is a must-read for romantasy fans.’
– The Irish Examiner ‘In this glittering young adult fantasy Doyle plays with themes of
magic intrigue friendship family morals and love in this story of cloaks and daggers.’ –
Children’s Books Ireland Recommended Reads The Dagger and the Flame was Children' s #1
bestseller in the TCM chart on 28 September 2024 and #9 on the New York Times bestseller list
of Young Adult Hardcover books on 10 October 2024
