Heir of Illusion

#1 Verran Isles

Madeline Taylor

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Hardback

Forthcoming
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English

Piatkus
04 November 2025

Romance; Romantasy; Romantasy

Series: The Verran Isles

ARE YOU READY TO MEET YOUR BRAND-NEW SHADOW-WIELDING BOOK BOYFRIEND?

The Verran Isles is a dark romantasy series packed with jaw-dropping twists, Fae and Gods, and a badass female assassin. Perfect for fans of Raven Kennedy, Jennifer Armentrout and Sarah J Maas.

This edition includes:
* Exclusive character artwork endpapers
* PLC artwork and foil on the hardboard case
* Gorgeous pink foiled cover
* Brand new map

'An incredibly impressive debut . . . brutally violent, sizzling with tension, and utterly addictive to read. This is how you do romantasy!' - Brigitte Knightley, Sunday Times bestselling author.

'Tension, angst, a delicious slow burn - I devoured this book. My top read this year!"" - Geneva Lee, New York Times bestselling author.

An alliance between enemies. A weapon of untold power. And a bond that could rewrite fate.

Welcome to the kingdom of secrecy, betrayal and no mercy.

Ivy Pomeroy should be untouchable. Blessed with the power of illusion, she has many tricks up her sleeve, yet none are a match for the enchanted necklace that keeps her bound as an assassin to a ruthless king. Forced to play the role of obedient pet, she plots in secret to destroy him and break free of his hold.

When a mysteriously handsome Reaper from Death's Isle arrives hunting the same weapon Ivy needs, the enemies collide in a reluctant alliance brimming with tension. But as their search uncovers whispers of a dark power that threatens the entire kingdom, it becomes clear that nothing on the Isle of Illusion is what it seems.

Undeniable attraction tangles with deadly secrets, and Ivy's fight for freedom soon becomes a battle of survival. Through it all, she must never forget that though she may wear a collar, she is not the pet they tamed.

She is the beast they let inside.

And she will show no mercy.

PRE-ORDER YOUR COPY TODAY .... and do be careful of the whispers.

DISCOVER WHY READERS HAVE FALLEN FOR HEIR OF ILLUSION

'This book had everything: fantastic banter, a unique world . . . and a magic system that felt fresh and original'

⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

'The pacing is incredible. The plot, the characters, the world. The WRITING. It was all amazing. I have no notes, other than I need more'

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'Holy smokes this book. I went in expecting vibes and fanta

By: Madeline Taylor
Imprint: Piatkus
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 158mm, Width: 236mm, Spine: 42mm
Weight: 700g
ISBN: 9780349447247
ISBN 10: 0349447241
Series: The Verran Isles
Pages: 480
Publication Date: 04 November 2025
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Forthcoming

Madeline Taylor is a fantasy romance author with a degree in English Literature and Creative Writing. She loves to escape reality whenever possible, so reading and writing are great outlets for her. Her other notable hobbies include maladaptive daydreaming, listening to Taylor Swift, and being bossed around by a senile pug.