House of Sky and Breath

Why these tropes fit

This high fantasy sequel follows Bryce Quinlan and Hunt Athalar, who have agreed to keep their relationship platonic until the Winter Solstice as they are pulled into a rebel movement against the ruling Asteri. It weaves together slow-burn romantic tension, high heat, betrayal, and found family dynamics as the characters choose to fight oppression rather than stay silent.

Evidence from the source

• Betrayal: “this book from the outset is riddled with twists, turns, love and betrayal” source
• High Fantasy: “The EPIC FANTASY and #1 Sunday Times bestseller” source
• High Heat: “In this sexy, action-packed sequel to the #1 bestseller House of Earth and Blood” source
• Slow Burn: “Bryce Quinlan and Hunt Athalar have made a pact. As they process the events of the Spring they will keep things ... platonic ... until Winter Solstice.” source
• Enemies of the Crown: “Dragged into a rebel movement they want no part of, Bryce, Hunt and their friends find themselves pitted against the terrifying Asteri - whose notice they must avoid at all costs.” source

Metadata source: Google Books. Quotes are used only to verify the tags.