Kiss Of The Basilisk by Lindsay Straube (Paperback)

Twenty-year-old Temperance Verus has never been kissed, but in her world, that is not necessarily a disadvantage. She is one of fourteen contestants selected to compete for the prince’s hand in marriage, a challenge that requires each participant to train with a basilisk and learn the art of seduction.

When Tem is paired with Caspen, the powerful Serpent King, everything changes.

As she navigates the competition, Tem discovers that her connection with her basilisk partner is far deeper and more complicated than she ever expected. At the same time, her growing bond with the prince places her in an impossible position. Caught between two very different relationships, she finds herself pulled in conflicting directions, both emotionally and politically.

Beyond the competition, tensions between humans and basilisks continue to rise, creating an atmosphere of uncertainty and danger. What begins as a chance to win a royal marriage soon reveals much higher stakes. As secrets surrounding the royal family come to light, Tem becomes entangled in truths that could change everything she thought she understood about the world around her.

Faced with impossible choices, shifting loyalties, and relationships she cannot ignore, Tem must navigate a path where every decision carries consequences. The deeper she is drawn into the secrets of the kingdom, the harder it becomes to determine where she truly belongs.

Kiss of the Basilisk is a bestselling romantasy packed with court intrigue, forbidden attraction, and high emotional stakes. Combining fantasy, romance, and plenty of tension, it delivers an addictive story of seduction, secrets, and impossible choices.

Perfect for readers who enjoy romantasy, fantasy romance, love triangles, forbidden attraction, court competitions, dark fantasy elements, and character-driven stories filled with romance and intrigue.