Phantasma by Kaylie Smith is a seductive fantasy adventure where survival and forbidden love collide. When Ophelia’s sister vanishes, she must enter Phantasma, a perilous contest held in a haunted mansion, to win a wish and save her. Navigating nine deadly trials amidst demons, temptations, and relentless rivals, Ophelia’s determination is tested at every turn. As the house spawns new terrors daily, a mysterious and infuriatingly attractive stranger, Blackwell, offers to guide her in exchange for ten years of her life. Though she knows she shouldn’t trust him, their dangerous chemistry grows impossible to resist. With her life and heart at stake, Ophelia must fight to stay alive and win the game without losing herself. Perfect for fans of A Court of Thorns and Roses and Caraval, this instant bestseller delivers steamy romance, a morally gray hero, OCD representation, and thrilling twists that keep readers on edge.
Publisher: Second Sky (September 3, 2024); Pages: 428 pages; ISBN-13: 978-1538769256; ASIN: B0CXNJDB4B
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Author biography: Kaylie Smith (she/they) is a fantasy writer from Louisiana who grew up exploring bookstores and honing her craft. Pursuing a lifelong dream of authorship, they now spend time writing, reading, caring for animals, tending houseplants, and discussing astrology. Instagram @kaylsmoon
Summary: In Phantasma, Ophelia enters a deadly contest to save her sister, facing nine trials in a haunted mansion. Teaming up with the alluring Blackwell, she must survive without losing her heart—or her life.