This Fatal Kiss

Spirit away with a whimsical fantasy filled with dark magic and flirty, polyamorous romance.

Cursed to haunt the river running through the magical spa town where she drowned, Gisela is a water nymph who dreams of returning to the living world and the family she left behind. All it takes to regain her humanity is a kiss from a mortal...but everyone sees her as a monster.

And then there's Kazik, the brooding, interfering, spirit-hunting grandson of a local witch. He's determined to rid the world of unholy creatures like Gisela. After Kazik botches Gisela's exorcism, she strikes up a deal. She won't tell the other spirits that he's losing his magic, if he agrees to play matchmaker and helps her get a kiss. But Gisela's plan goes awry when Kazik also falls for the devilishly handsome young man that she sets her heart on--someone who could be linked to Gisela's troubled past.

This delectable quest through the spirit world is cozily crafted with a hauntingly opulent atmosphere and a slow burn, enemies-to-lovers story told in multiple perspectives. Young adult readers are sure to kick their feet and squeal with glee at hilarious banter, scrumptious culinary delights, and endearing sisterhood and found family. An enchanting read for fairy tale enthusiasts and fans of queer romance!

Author: Alicia Jasinska
Publisher: Peachtree Teen
Published: 09/24/2024
Pages: 416
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1lbs
Size: 8.30h x 5.30w x 1.60d
ISBN: 9781682637364
Audience: Young Adult


Review Citation(s):
Kirkus Reviews 07/15/2024
Bulletin of Ctr for Child Bks 09/01/2024
School Library Journal 09/01/2024 pg. 111
Booklist 09/15/2024 pg. 67

About the Author
Alicia Jasinska hails from Sydney, Australia and is the author of acclaimed YA novels, THE DARK TIDE and THE MIDNIGHT GIRLS. A library technician by day, she spends her nights writing and hanging upside down from the aerial hoop. Visit her on the web at AliciaJasinska.com. Follow her on Instagram @aliciamja.