Penguin Once Written in Gilded Blood | Paperback | Book 2 of Cruel Fates Duet

From USA and New York Times bestselling author K.M. Moronova, this is the thrilling conclusion to the arranged-marriage romantasy, CRUEL FATES DUET. Dive into a world where love is the sharpest weapon as a demigod knight and a demon commander confront the cost of peace amidst rising gods and reignited war.

• Conclusion to the Cruel Fates Duet (Book 2 of 2).
• Features the demigod knight Alira, born with gilded blood, and Kalel Lornhelm, the infamous Blood Knight and demon commander of Devicit.
• Explores themes of political marriage, desire, and devastating secrets hidden within a demon kingdom.
• Written by USA and New York Times bestselling author K.M. Moronova.

• Author: Moronova, K.M.
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Print Length: 336 pages
• Publication Date: August 18, 2026
• ISBN-13: 978-1804962596
• Dimensions: 129 x 35 x 198mm
• Weight: 500 g
• EAN: 9781804962596
• Release Date: 18 Aug 2026

As Alira navigates life in the terror and beauty of Devicit, mistrust blossoms into desire, revealing a fate bound to Kalel long before their political marriage. Prepare for a confrontation where ancient systems demand blood and the future of the world hangs in the balance.