A Forgery of Fate – Elizabeth Lim

Enter a lush world of dragons, destiny, folklore, and dangerous magic in A Forgery of Fate, a romantic fantasy set in the world of Six Crimson Cranes. Elizabeth Lim blends an underwater kingdom, magical art that can paint the future, and a marriage of convenience into a slow-burn story inspired by Beauty and the Beast and Chinese mythology.

With a Goodreads average rating of 4.16/5 from over 10,000 readers, this is a strong pick for fans of immersive world-building and emotionally charged romantasy. Readers have praised it as “a breathtaking romantic fantasy,” particularly enjoying the dragon-lord love interest and vivid setting. Some found its familiar fairy-tale and romantasy beats predictable, but still admired the beautiful atmosphere.

Perfect for readers who enjoyed Six Crimson Cranes, The Girl Who Fell Beneath the Sea, Daughter of the Moon Goddess, Divine Rivals, A River Enchanted, or Once Upon a Broken Heart.

Popular with readers who love:

• Dragon-lord love interests
• Magical art and foretold futures
• Marriage-of-convenience romance
• Underwater kingdoms
• Slow-burn romantasy
• Fairy-tale retellings and Chinese folklore

A trade paperback (2025) in Like New condition, appearing unread with crisp pages.