A romantic fantasy adventure for fans of The Princess Bride and Robin Hood!Briar’s art magic is deadly, but she doesn’t want to hurt people anymore. She flees to a quiet village to sell jinxes and petty revenge. When fast-talking outlaw Archer hires her for a rescue mission, he’s too busy trying to make her smile to realize how dangerous she really is.
They set out for a distant fortress, avoiding the local baron’s goon, an angry voice mage, and their growing attraction to each other. But when Briar’s past jeopardizes Archer’s mission, they must both decide what they’ll sacrifice to save the people they love. And Archer has secrets too.
From the author of Steel and Fire and Empire of Talents comes an action-packed romantasy featuring art magic, sweet romance, banter, and one very good dog.
“Engaging, witty, and full of action, Curse Painter is a phenomenally enjoyable book.” – Sophia Lee Delorey
