The Heart of Betrayal

by Mary E Pearson, Mary E. Pearson · 2015

The Heart of Betrayal is the second installment in Mary E. Pearson’s Remnant Chronicles, a New York Times‑bestselling fantasy series that follows the high‑stakes struggle of Lia and Rafe after they are captured in the barbarian kingdom of Venda. Lia’s former assassin, Kaden, claims she possesses a dangerous gift, drawing the attention of the Vendan Komizar and threatening both her life and the fragile peace of the realm. The novel deepens the political intrigue, expands the world’s magic system, and explores themes of loyalty, identity, and sacrifice as the protagonists fight to escape and protect each other. Praised by Booklist with a starred review and celebrated on BookTok, the book continues the series’ blend of epic fantasy and young‑adult romance.