{"title":"Alyssa Pickering","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlyssa Pickering\u003c\/strong\u003e crafts immersive tales that blend intricate world-building with strong, compelling characters. Her works, such as \u003cem\u003ePrincess of Lies\u003c\/em\u003e, explore themes of power, betrayal, and resilience within richly imagined sci-fi and fantasy settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders can expect gripping narratives that balance high-stakes adventure with emotional depth, perfect for those who enjoy complex plots and layered storytelling. Pickering’s stories invite you to lose yourself in vibrant universes where nothing is quite as it seems.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"princess-of-lies-by-alyssa-pickering-9781911760115","title":"Princess of Lies","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCourtly intrigue. Forbidden powers. A princess torn between two brothers - and the lie that could destroy a kingdom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eA princess with forbidden magic. A prince sworn to destroy it.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn a court where magic is a death sentence, falling for the wrong prince could be her undoing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eValerie has been raised to be the perfect princess. Poised, obedient and betrothed to the Crown Prince Aleksander, thanks to her father's schemes. Yet Valerie is hiding a dangerous secret - forbidden magic that makes her Alek's sworn enemy. To keep her family safe, she must win his heart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlek has spent his life preparing to rule. His duties weigh heavily on him - especially marrying a princess and protecting his kingdom from those who wield magic. He never expected Valerie, or how falling for her might change everything he's ever known.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHis brother Will is a notorious rake. Charming and reckless - until he discovers Valerie's secret. Instead of turning her in, he helps her control the magic she once feared. But Valerie soon discovers that Will may be a greater threat to her heart than her betrothed is to her life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith the kingdom's Blood Inquisitor closing in, Valerie faces an impossible choice: follow her duty, or risk everything for the truth of who she is. Because if she fails, it's not just her life at stake - but her family, her kingdom and the future of magic itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67739417608428,"sku":"9781911760115","price":34.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781911760115-princess-of-lies-1.jpg?v=1792039611"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/alyssa-pickering.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}