The Kiss of Deception (Book 1: The Remnant Chronicles) by Mary E. Pearson

The Kiss of Deception by Mary E. Pearson is the first book in a captivating young adult fantasy trilogy, The Remnant Chronicles.

Princess Laia escapes an arranged marriage and flees to a distant village to live a simple life. However, her past catches up with her when two strangers arrive: one is an assassin sent to kill her, and the other is a prince she was supposed to marry—but neither reveals their true identity. As secrets unravel, Laia must navigate danger, love, and political intrigue.