Enemies to Lovers
Of Blood and Banes: The Arterian Series, Book 2
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Katerina Blackwind and her companion, Daeja, have finally reached the fabled Dragon Lands, but sanctuary remains a distant dream. Instead of freedom, they find themselves thrust into a high-stakes race against a desperate King determined to seize the ancient, long-lost power Kat unknowingly possesses. As the monarch’s forces close in, the weight of a kingdom’s fate rests entirely on her shoulders. The journey is further complicated by a tangled love triangle that leaves Kat’s heart in tatters. She is forced to navigate the treacherous emotional divide between Cole, the man whose lies shattered her trust, and Darian, a mysterious figure who is fundamentally her enemy. Caught between betrayal and impossible choices, Kat must discern who is ally and who is foe before the shadows of the past consume her. With the survival of the last dragons at stake, Kat ventures into forbidden, magic-guarded territories where history lies buried under centuries of bloodshed. This gripping romantasy features a compelling age-gap dynamic and a pulse-pounding, fast-paced narrative. Brimming with spicy tension, shocking plot twists, and a breathtaking cliffhanger, this sequel elevates the series to new, dangerous heights where every alliance comes with a price.
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05 4.5 out of 5 stars](javascript:void(0))(2,668) Book 2 of 3: The Arterian series Sorry, there was a problem loading this page. Try again. See all formats and editions Secrets never die. They’re just buried in a grave. And graves don’t stay hidden forever. Katerina Blackwind and Daeja made it to the Dragon Lands. It should have been the key to their freedom. Instead, it’s only the beginning. The King is closing in—desperate for the one thing Kat possesses. The one thing that’s been missing for ages. The one thing he’ll tear the entire kingdom apart to claim. Worse, Kat is caught between two men who broke her trust—Cole, whose lie shattered her heart, and Darian, who isn’t just a stranger… he is the enemy. With betrayal at every turn, Kat must decide who—if anyone—she can trust before it’s too late. But the secrets of the past lie in a place no one has set foot in for over a century—guarded by magic and buried under years of forgotten history and bloodshed. If Kat fails to uncover the truth in time, the last of the dragons—and everyone she loves—will be lost forever. And their blood will be on her hands. ) ©2025 Courtney Whims (P)2026 Courtney Whims Previous slide of product details 1. Book 2 of 3 The Arterian series 2. Listening Length 18 hours and 10 minutes 3. Author Courtney Whims 4. Narrator Hannah Chiclana, see all) 5. Publication date May 22, 2026 6. Language English 7. Publisher Courtney Whims 8. ASIN B0H2K5WF34 9. Version Unabridged 10. Program Type Audiobook Next slide of product details See all details Report an issue with this product or seller](https://www.amazon.com/Blood-Banes-Arterian-Book/dp/B0H2K5WF34/ref=sr1181?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.1Rrzj1cBJC0Q-2M1eudOgTrtx7R-cagrAbPZpC1MRaiZMITVBmazDCI99UYReMxh4SK5Xw5J8sFMVrReHiDKG3xgQj1G7mAtOdmlXZK7xGOwSwSEvbdOHJAqjMeNJMkw8NV94Nn9400px1CynYxWdsNPNdtPiQtWP2ROAbGs7iQdmreY1u5RNUBVE6foJVs47cK8TsdtZ0UJ67E0HXWJePrhgfTyByQHFcvZ9YPCjw.2GaUvKi3BX9qio1LDJaRHSakoGNwR1wJ0p4k5fNwvk&dibtag=se&qid=1780245716&s=books&xpid=BtZXy3REumMg) !Image 36: A 38x35 small image, likely a logo, icon or avatar Read & Listen Switch back and forth between reading the Kindle book and listening to Audible audiobook. Add the audiobookfor a reduced price of $7.47 after you get the Kindle book as part of your Kindle Unlimited subscription. ](https://www.amazon.com/hz/audible/mlp?actionCode=AMZOR3890414266326&ref=adblpdpbhve26eft) People who viewed this also viewed 1 of 39 Previous page 1. ](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F8R5SQ54/ref=adblp13nvvxx0im?encoding=UTF8&plink=WJTu8Y8hiu3qYxTH&pdrdw=CwtXL&content-id=amzn1.sym.6bfb9196-cd42-4b32-982b-b592e2848f41&pfrdp=6bfb9196-cd42-4b32-982b-b592e2848f41&pfrdr=DZW41T8G4MGM1DQYPCK2&pdrdwg=VwtVG&pdrdr=e1029190-0cae-45ab-b490-9e19adae5f44) Gift from the Tree: Source of Elementra, Book 1 Gift from the Tree: Source of Elementra, Book 1 Willa Rae 5,534 Audible Audiobook $0.00 Free with Audible trial$23.43 2. ](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CLWPMY8B/ref=adblp13nvvxx1im?encoding=UTF8&plink=WJTu8Y8hiu3qYxTH&pdrdw=CwtXL&content-id=amzn1.sym.6bfb9196-cd42-4b32-982b-b592e2848f41&pfrdp=6bfb9196-cd42-4b32-982b-b592e2848f41&pfrdr=DZW41T8G4MGM1DQYPCK2&pdrdwg=VwtVG&pdrdr=e1029190-0cae-45ab-b490-9e19adae5f44) A Soul to Keep: Duskwalker Brides, Book 1 A Soul to Keep: Duskwalker Brides, Book 1 Opal Reyne 31,608 Audible Audiobook $0.00 Free with Audible trial$25.37 3. ](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0H2KD2FWP/ref=adblp13nvvxx2im?encoding=UTF8&plink=WJTu8Y8hiu3qYxTH&pdrdw=CwtXL&content-id=amzn1.sym.6bfb9196-cd42-4b32-982b-b592e2848f41&pfrdp=6bfb9196-cd42-4b32-982b-b592e2848f41&pfrdr=DZW41T8G4MGM1DQYPCK2&pdrdwg=VwtVG&pdrdr=e1029190-0cae-45ab-b490-9e19adae5f44) The Dragon 1: AMBW Mafia Romance (Tokyo Empire)The Dragon 1: AMBW Mafia Romance (Tokyo Empire) Kenya Wright 1,073 Audible Audiobook $0.00 Free with Audible trial$19.95 4. ](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GQXPZNWL/ref=adblp13nvvxx3im?encoding=UTF8&plink=WJTu8Y8hiu3qYxTH&pdrdw=CwtXL&content-id=amzn1.sym.6bfb9196-cd42-4b32-982b-b592e2848f41&pfrdp=6bfb9196-cd42-4b32-982b-b592e2848f41&pfrdr=DZW41T8G4MGM1DQYPCK2&pdrdwg=VwtVG&pdrdr=e1029190-0cae-45ab-b490-9e19adae5f44) Of Flames and Fallacies: The Arterian Series, Book 1 Of Flames and Fallacies: The Arterian Series, Book 1 Courtney Whims 3,633 Audible Audiobook $0.00 Free with Audible trial$22.51 5. ](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0H2ZWZWXZ/ref=adblp13nvvxx4im?encoding=UTF8&plink=WJTu8Y8hiu3qYxTH&pdrdw=CwtXL&content-id=amzn1.sym.6bfb9196-cd42-4b32-982b-b592e2848f41&pfrdp=6bfb9196-cd42-4b32-982b-b592e2848f41&pfrdr=DZW41T8G4MGM1DQYPCK2&pdrdwg=VwtVG&pdrdr=e1029190-0cae-45ab-b490-9e19adae5f44) Soft Tissue Damage: A Boyfriend's Dad Dark Romance (Deadly Hearts, Book 2)Soft Tissue Damage: A Boyfriend's Dad Dark Romance (Deadly Hea… Lilith Vincent 1,928 Audible Audiobook $0.00 Free with Audible trial$21.01 6. ](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FMTKZ83Q/ref=adblp13nvvxx5im?encoding=UTF8&p
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