The Deals We Make: Arcana of Blood and Shadow Part Two

by Blair Ryker

Making a deal with an exiled Fae princess was reckless—but that’s the least of Audrey’s problems.

With her wedding to vampire prince Emery looming, her Arcane witchcraft growing stronger, and the demon holding her fate in his hands taunting her every step of the way, Audrey is desperate for a way out.

And Fae princess Meave has offered her exactly that. All she has to do is steal a powerful vampiric heirloom. But pulling off a heist in a manor full of vampires is no easy task. Especially when her only real ally is the one person she shouldn't trust.

Remy is a distraction she can’t afford. But as Audrey fights to reclaim her freedom, it becomes clear there’s more to the notorious party boy than meets the eye. The more time she spends with him, the harder it is to ignore the pull between them—an attraction that could cost her everything.

The cards are still coming up reversed, and now Audrey must decide how far she’s willing to go to get what she wants, and who to trust.

One choice will have infinite consequences.

Part Two in the Arcana of Blood and Shadow series.

The Deals We Make is a fantasy romance with vampires, witches, fae and other paranormal creatures. Set in a modern day world, it features an arranged marriage, slow burn forbidden love, a he falls first morally grey love interest and a brotherly rivalry the likes of Stefan and Damon.

The Deals We Make is an adult book recommended for ages 18+. It features language, violence and mature situations

264 pages, Kindle Edition

Published July 28, 2025

Reviews

[Kayla Watts · Rating 3 out of 5]

Omgggg cliffhanger!!

[Marie Maness]

Ahhh I need book three like, yesterday!

Did I message the author inquiring as to how long before I will have book three in my hands? I absolutely did. These books took me straight back to the first time I watched The Vampire Diaries and fell head over heels for Stefan & Damon, and perhaps a little Elijah & Klaus. I love the court intrigue and magic. The slow burn is 🫠🫠🫠. Seriously will be checking in weekly to see how much longer before the third installment because I NEED it.

[Katie Villa · Rating 5 out of 5]

I couldn’t put this book down , finished it within a day. I’m ready for book 3 because I need to know how this ends up.

[Yana Ongena · Rating 4 out of 5]

Couldn’t put this book down! Truly! I read it in about a day and all I can say is that I cannot wait till the third book comes out!

[May A · Rating 4 out of 5]

I read book 1 and 2 within two days ! I loved it there was so much good banter and I cannot wait for book 3 😊

[Chaselyn Rawls · Rating 4 out of 5]

OKAY CLIFFHANGER???

[Tamara Pearson · Rating 5 out of 5]

OMG!!!! I loved it!!! I can't wait for book 3!!!!!

[Kayla Robinson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Yeah so…. I’m gonna need the next one tomorrow. That wasn’t a cliff hanger, that was just cruel. 👀

[Neil · Rating 5 out of 5]

The plot for this series continues to be fleshed out. The Bloodlines background and motives are revealed. The tease of the slow burn continues. Audrey is coming to terms with marrying Emery, but still lusts for his brother, bad boy Remington. The themes are common to fantasy, but the execution makes them feel fresh. Don't expect complete satisfaction at the end of this book, this is a series with more to come.

[Shelby Bush · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great paranormal romance! Couldn’t put it down. Finished it in less than a day. I thought the pacing was perfect. Not as spicy as the first book, but plenty of angst and tension. Great cliffhanger.
World building is straight forward.
Spice: 🌶️