The Order of Masks

The Order of Masks is the first in a seductive, glittering fantasy duology, as two ambitious young women navigate deadly court politics, determined to improve their lives - no matter the sacrifice. Circus performer Mira has spent her life on the run. She is determined to secure her future by competing in the deadly Trials and winning a place in one of the three magical royal Orders. Princess Scarlett is fighting to withstand her half-brothers'' sinister ambitions and seize power. Mira is the opportunity she''s been waiting for - a dangerous outsider poised to cleave apart the foundations of the Court. As Mira and Scarlett navigate a glittering world of magic, intrigue and forbidden romance, they must decide if they are co-conspirators or rivals in a bloody bid for the throne. Will they sacrifice everything - even their own lovers - for power and revenge? Only one thing is certain: not everyone will survive.

Préface
The Order of Masks is the first in a seductive, glittering fantasy duology, as two ambitious young women manage deadly court politics, determined to improve their lot in life - no matter the sacrifice.

Auteur
Alina Bellchambers grew up in her family's bookstore and spent a childhood immersed in fantastical worlds. She now writes twisty thrillers and dark fantasies that reflect her love of fierce protagonists, villainous romances and moral complexities. Alina has a university degree in psychology and writes on a forty-acre hobby farm in the picturesque Adelaide Hills of South Australia. When not typing in her study and drinking copious amounts of tea, Alina enjoys hiking with her feisty dog, connecting with her local community and travelling abroad. The Order of Masks is her debut novel.