Crown Me Dead: A Dark Fantasy Romance (Book 1 of the Heartstring Duet)

Dive into the #1 bestselling dark fantasy romance that leaves readers worldwide in tears. This gripping tale introduces a world where life is cheap and bargains are deadly. Born into rot and tasked with digging graves, the protagonist is forced into an impossible choice when her brother falls ill: Seduce the King, become the Queen, and then die, ensuring her brother lives. Experience a story of deception, mystery, and a woman determined to bury the powerful men who underestimate her.

Key Features & Themes

• Dark Fantasy Romance: A two-part story featuring intense, dark elements and violence.
• High Stakes Plot: A deadly bargain involving seducing a king and accepting a fatal fate.
• Complex Characters: Features Kael, the nightmare ruler, and Vale, the cold architect of demise.
• Villain-Centric Narrative: Explores themes where villains succeed, as the book does not feature a traditional hero.
• Heartstring Duet: This is Book 1 of a two-part series.

Book Details

This Gothic Romance novel explores themes of survival, power, and deadly seduction within a festering realm.

Specifications

• Author: Liv Zander
• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• Print Length: 280 pages
• Publisher: Ink Heart Publishing
• Publication Date: April 7, 2026
• ISBN-10: 1955871159
• ISBN-13: 978-1955871150
• Dimensions: 127 x 17 x 203mm (Approx. 5 x 0.66 x 8 inches)
• Weight: 281g

If you crave dark romance featuring deception, handsome liars, and a protagonist who knows how to bury her enemies, welcome to the funeral that is Crown Me Dead.