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Where Illusions Lie

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Nothing in the Vothia Empire is what it seems, and the most dangerous illusion of all might be the one wrapped around Elysia’s heart.As hidden agendas sharpen into betrayal and old rules begin to c...
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  • 16 March 2027
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Nothing in the Vothia Empire is what it seems, and the most dangerous illusion of all might be the one wrapped around Elysia’s heart.

As hidden agendas sharpen into betrayal and old rules begin to crack, Elysia and Rhune struggle to navigate their past and present worlds. Forbidden, consuming, and laced with danger, their connection threatens more than Elysia’s heart—it threatens everything and everyone around them.

Where Illusions Lie is the continuation of the addictive dark romantasy series Defying Fate, which is brimming with passion, deceit, and impossible choices.

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Price: $19.99
Pages: 312
Publisher: Podium Publishing
Imprint: Podium Publishing
Series: Defying Fate
Publication Date: 16 March 2027
Trim Size: 8.25 X 5.50 in
ISBN: 9798895399590
Format: Paperback
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Praise for Where Dreams Fall

“The romantasy book of the year! Where Dreams Fall is the kind of book that consumes you. Caulder is a master at transporting her readers to a lush and sexy fantasy world with a nonstop plot and hot-as-sin romance. If this is a dream, please don’t wake me up.” —Sara Cate, New York Times–bestselling author of the Salacious Players’ Club and Wilde Boys series

“A fierce romantasy that’s not afraid to show its claws. Pulse-pounding intrigue, delicious romance, and an ending that left me speechless! Where Dreams Fall is everything I want in fantasy romance.” —LJ Andrews, USA Today–bestselling author of the Ever Seas and Broken Souls and Bones series

“A pulse-pounding descent into a world where nightmares bleed into reality and salvation comes cloaked in starlight. R.L. Caulder weaves terror and tenderness with masterful precision. Elysia’s desperate flight will leave your heart in your throat, only for a velvet-voiced dream-keeper to steal it entirely. Dark, seductive, and utterly addictive, this is fantasy romance at its fiercest. Dive in . . . if you dare wake up.” —C.R. Jane, USA Today–bestselling author of the Spartan Flame and Pucking Wrong series

“R.L. Caulder delivers a sweeping tale of resistance and romance. The characters pop off the pages and make you love—or hate—them, and the deft worldbuilding, deep emotion, and poignant longing make this a series I cannot wait to continue. Fans of smart and determined FMCs, hot and capable elves, magic, and slow-burn romance will gobble this up!” —Amanda Bouchet, USA Today–bestselling author of the Kingmaker Chronicles   “A dark fantasy in the realm of dreams and nightmares, with elven court politics, a brooding, possessive elf, and a strong heroine whose empathy will be both her downfall and her salvation? YES PLEASE.” —Steffanie Holmes, USA Today–bestselling author of Fangs for Nothing

“There is little I enjoy reading more than a slow burn, but when you add in tension, forbidden attraction, and soul mates, I will eat it up and that’s exactly what I did with R.L. Caulder’s Where Dreams Fall. A sweeping, fast-paced, spell-binding romantasy, I was gripped from the first page to the last.” —Elayna R. Gallea, bestselling author of the Binding Chronicles and the Giving Chronicles

“Caulder’s strong series opener presents a dark fantasy romance with a complex, richly developed main character whose strength lies uniquely in her compassion. . . . The explosive resolution will have readers dreaming of a sequel.” Kirkus Reviews

“An absolutely addictive read, filled with high stakes, hot elves, and a heroine you can’t help but root for. Elysia is everything you could want—cunning, protective, and determined. This is the perfect read for fans of Nisha J. Tuli and Lauren Roberts or anyone who has been aching for their next forbidden bodyguard romance. You are not going to want to miss this!” —Vasilisa Drake, author of the Kingdom of Dark Magic and Shifted Fates series

“The moment I opened Where Dreams Fall, I was swept away, and I didn’t look up until the last page. R.L. Caulder takes you on an epic, fast-paced adventure with intricate lore, scorching tension, and yearning that keeps you flipping through the pages just to finally see our couple together. Elysia has my whole heart. It’s been a long time since I rooted so much for a main character. Also warning for an ending you won’t see coming and a cliffhanger that will make you stare into a wall—in the best way.” —Sophia St. Germain, author of the Compelling Fates Saga

R.L. Caulder is a USA Today–bestselling paranormal and fantasy romance author. She lives in her writing cave in Orlando, shielded from the intense heat of the Florida sun, with her husband and two furry writing assistants, MeowMeow and Winrey. Life is never boring for Caulder, who has hundreds of imaginary friends vying for her attention and begging for their stories to be told at all times.