5-STAR REVIEW: A SABRE IN THE HEMLOCK by Dorothy Dreyer REVIEWER’S CHOICE! 🏆

Blade Bound Saga: Book 2
Publication Date: November 18, 2025

With enemies closing in and magic slipping from her control, warrior princess Celeste draws closer to unraveling a prophecy that could cost her the man she loves—as well as her soul.

In the wake of the carnoraxis attack on Ivystone Citadel, Princess Celeste Westergaard’s battle for her future has only just begun. Trapped under the king’s watchful eye and hiding the magic awakening within her, Celeste must play the role expected of her, all the while uncovering secrets buried throughout Terre Ferique.

As the royal court embarks on a tour to solidify bastard heir Dante’s claim to legitimacy, whispers of war and treachery follow their every step. The Shadow Tsar’s reach is growing, and the prophecy that fuels his reign foretells the rise of a power that will bring his downfall—one tied to the blood of the fae.

From glittering courts to bloodstained battlefields, Celeste must walk a knife’s edge between duty and desire, deception and truth. Because if the tsar discovers who she really is, he won’t just come for her magic, he’ll come for her soul.

A Sabre in the Hemlock is the thrilling sequel to the award-winning A Dagger in the Ivy, weaving romance, danger, and dark intrigue into an unforgettable tale of power and sacrifice.

Thanks to the foundation set in the first installment of the Blade Bound Saga, readers will find a gripping continuation in A Sabre in the Hemlock.

Author Dorothy Dreyer amps up the intensity as the romantasy comes to life. Through a series of twists, Princess Celeste continues secretly testing her fae powers while traveling through the realm to secure Dante’s claim for legitimacy.

Each kingdom throughout Terre Ferique requires a new set of challenges for Dante. It’s a battle for supremacy that draws out Celeste’s powers.

Danger, though, continues to follow as threats from the past rise up. An unlikely foe proves to challenge everything Celeste has believed. As she wrestles with deception, her bond with Dante intensifies.

This installment features high-octane spice, cementing the bond between Celeste and Dante. The unexpected cliffhanger completely changes the trajectory of the series.

A Sabre in the Hemlock illustrates the magnificence of a well-developed romantasy combining magic with plenty of spicy romance.

Dorothy Dreyer is a Philippine-born American living in Germany with her family. She is a multi-award-winning, USA Today Bestselling Author of romantasy, fantasy, and romance books. Aside from reading, she enjoys movies, binge-watching series, chocolate, take-out, family game night, and having fun with friends. She tends to sing sometimes, too, so keep her away from your Karaoke bars.

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