Yes, there is! And it is swoon-worthy at that. Is there romance in The Shadows Between Us? Thus, if you aren’t a huge fan of fantasy, this story might just get you into the genre. Yes, the Shadows Between Us has fantasy elements, though they are not in-your-face present. She finds herself struggling to keep him alive long enough for her to marry him–all the while trying to keep her heart intact.Īfter all, who better for a Shadow King than a cunning, villainous queen? Is this novel a fantasy? However, it seems that Alessandra is not the only one trying to kill the king. The Shadow King is quite a mystery since no one seems to know the extent of his dark and swirling power. She plans to marry, kill the king, then make herself the only ruler of the kingdom.

The Shadows Between Us tells the story of a focused woman named Alessandra. I’ll have spoilers clearly marked, so you are free to read on if you’re still deciding whether you should read this book or not! What is The Shadows Between Us about? Read more to know the answers to some frequently asked questions about the Shadows Between Us as well as a glimpse of some of the characters. This first sentence is quite a striking one and hopefully enough to convince you to pick up this gorgeous book. And they never will.” This is the start of the book I’m telling you about today. “They’ve never found the body of the first and only boy who broke my heart.

The pitch for this book is a Slytherin-romance, and that’s spot-on in my opinion! This book also features funny side characters, a gripping mystery, and a strong, badass female lead. The Shadows Between Us is a young adult fantasy novel written by the immensely talented, Tricia Levenseller.

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