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To Sway a Flame (Tempting Thieves)

To Sway a Flame is only available in print as a hardcover.

A common thief. The kingdom’s protector. And the stone that could damn them all.

Tasked with stealing a powerful artifact from the formidable archduke of Kordouva, Adelaide is forced to balance her conscience against her need for survival. When she’s threatened by the Master of Thieves herself, Adelaide swallows her guilt and focuses on her mission, desperate to provide the only medication that can keep her mother alive. But can she weave a lie careful enough to keep her safe yet convincing enough to get close to the archduke to steal the Eye of Behelwer?

Archduke Gavin Hughes does not know the luxury of rest. The sworn protector of Kordouva and closest advisor to the king, Gavin must now safeguard the most dangerous artifact of all: the Eye of Behelwer. With his investigation into the years-long string of thefts stalled, he devises a plan to draw the thief out of hiding—after all, what better way to catch a thief than to become their target?

Thrust into each other’s lives, Adelaide and Gavin soon realize neither is at all who they seemed. As they grow closer, so too does the threat of the Eye falling into the wrong hands. When Mistress Scrabs and her powerful new alliance threatens more than Adelaide’s family, can the pair come together in time to save Kordouva or will Penumbra’s Army cast a shadow over the country once more?

To Sway a Flame is Book Seven in the Tempting Thieves Collection.

Tempting Thieves is a multi-author romantasy collection featuring cunning thieves who outsmart relentless hunters, steal forbidden treasures, and find love along the way. With enemies-to-lovers tension, slow-burn longing, forced proximity, secret identities, only one bed, and grumpy/sunshine dynamics, every story delivers an irresistible fantasy escape. Perfect for fans of forbidden romance, morally gray heroes, daring rogues, and clean yet sizzling chemistry. Each book in the collection is a standalone. Read in any order.

Find more details about the Tempting Thieves collection at TemptingThieves.com.

Awards, Accolades, & Editorial Reviews

Second Place Award Recipient for Romance — Fantasy in the BookFest Fall 2025 Awards

Second Place Award Recipient for Romance — Wholesome in the BookFest Fall 2025 Awards

“In this fantasy romance, the author pens a thrilling tale of enemies-to-unsure-allies-to-lovers.” — Kirkus Reviews

 

Things Readers Should Know Before Reading/Content Advisory

Tropes:

  • Slow-burn romance
  • He falls first
  • Love at first sight (more or less)!
  • “Who did this to you?”
  • Found family
  • HEA

Spice Level: 1/5

  • Closed door/implied situations 😉
  • Fade to black
  • (Sweet) kisses and cuddling

Recommended Reading Age: 17+ for violence and (implied) romantic situations

 

Some warnings reader should be aware of before reading:

  • Violence and attempted murder
    • There is a battle scene and a few physical confrontations throughout the book
  • Magical torture (briefly described, though not gory)
  • Extortion/blackmail
  • Chronic illness (experienced by non-POV side characters)
  • Betrayal
  • Reference to previous war and consequences of that war

(Disclaimer: This guide is to help give readers an idea of the content within To Sway a Flame and is not intended to be a warning, parental guide, or other means of disclosure to help avoid topics or triggers that may be harmful to them as individuals. Please use the above information as a general guide to help make the best decision for your reading preferences and level of comfort).