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I’ve always loved stories that whisk me away to far-off places & make my heart race. The dream of my life has always been to write books filled with heart, adventure, and, of course, kissing.

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As Inez and Whitford’s uneasy partnership ignites into a fiery romance, their search for a hidden library unravels deadly secrets that could bind—or destroy—them both.

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In 15th-century Volterra, sculptress Ravenna Maffei enters a competition hosted by a secretive, immortal family who offers an invaluable boon. Desperate to win so she can save her brother, Ravenna reveals a rare magical talent, a dangerous act in a city where magic is forbidden. The consequences make her a target, and she is kidnapped by the mysterious and powerful Luni family.

Now a captive in the cutthroat city of Florence, Ravenna is forced into an impossible task where failure means certain death at the hands of Saturnino dei Luni, the family’s enigmatic heir. At turns seductive and then merciless, Saturnino’s capricious behavior leaves Ravenna both drawn to him and afraid one wrong move might end her life.

Meanwhile, Ravenna’s forbidden magic does not go unnoticed. The Pope, waging war against Florence, and magic itself, has his own interest in her abilities, seeing her as a potential weapon in his ruthless campaign.

As trusting the wrong person becomes lethal, Ravenna must navigate the treacherous lines between a pope’s obsession, her love for her family, and the seductive immortal who might be the end of her.

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“A sumptuous and intoxicating standalone from the singularly swoonworthy imagination of Isabel Ibañez. Ibañez deftly sculpts a tale of magic, menace and mystery amidst the glittering backdrop of Renaissance Italy. Every page is a feast for one's daydreams.”

— Roshani Chokshi, New York Times Bestselling Author of The Last Tale of the Flower Bride

“GRACELESS HEART is a tour de force of historical fantasy. This fierce, romantic, wonderful book gripped my imagination and made my heart race at each turn. With an artist's eye for beautiful detail, Isabel Ibanez has created a gorgeous, intricate world peopled with fascinating characters. It's nothing short of compelling. Ibanez is at the height of her talent here.”

— USA Today bestselling author India Holton

“A glittering jewel of a story filled with magic, ambition, and passion – Graceless Heart brings to life the exquisite beauty and treacherous intrigue of Renaissance Italy. I was spellbound by the high stakes and riveting twists, along with the indomitable yet vulnerable heroine and the searing enemies-to-lovers romance.”

— Sue Lynn Tan, USA Today bestselling author of Daughter of the Moon Goddess

“A breathtaking blend of intricate magic, riveting intrigue, and hypnotic romance, in a lush historical setting that flares to life on every page. I never wanted to leave the glimmering, immortally enchanting world of Graceless Heart.”

—Ava Reid, #1 New York Times bestselling author of A Study in Drowning

Lustrous and transportive! Isabel Ibañez has such a beautiful capacity for place, for history, and, of course, for romance—GRACELESS HEART proves truly radiant.

— Rachel Gillig, New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of One Dark Window

“Lush, evocative, and utterly enthralling—this is historical fantasy at its finest. With prose as sharp as a sculptor’s chisel, a romance that burns slow and deep, and a world brimming with political intrigue and whispered magic, this book will carve itself into your heart and never let go.”

— Adrienne Young, New York Times & International Bestselling Author

“In her adult debut, Ibañez delivers a fantasy teeming with political schemes, scandalous romance, and clever twists that make it a true homage to its Renaissance setting. Like flies to a web, readers will find themselves pulled into a world of tangling ambitions, ruthless power grabs, and fate-altering secrets. This one's a must-read for 2025.”

— Ayana Gray, New York Times Bestselling Author

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Where the Libary Hides

As Inez and Whitford’s uneasy partnership ignites into a fiery romance, their search for a hidden library unravels deadly secrets that could bind—or destroy—them both.

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What the River Knows

In 1884, Inez Olivera, a 19-year-old Argentinian heiress, defies societal expectations by embarking on a perilous journey to Egypt to uncover the truth behind her parents’ mysterious deaths. Armed with her wits and a touch of magic, Inez navigates treacherous waters, both literal and political, to solve the mysteries shrouding her family’s past.

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Together We Burn

A fierce flamenco dancer must face fire, dragons, and a brooding dragon hunter to save her family’s legacy and uncover the truth behind a devastating attack.

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Woven in Moonlight

A decoy condesa with the power to weave moonlight must infiltrate her enemy’s palace, but revenge becomes complicated when she uncovers dangerous secrets and unexpected allies.

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Written In Starlight

Banished to a deadly jungle, a displaced queen must survive its dangers, embrace a divine destiny, and decide if reclaiming her throne is worth the cost.

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Reclaim the Stars

From stories that take you to the stars, to stories that span into other times and realms, to stories set in the magical now, Reclaim the Stars takes the Latin American diaspora to places fantastical and out of this world.

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The Storyteller's Workbook

Your companion to writing a novel from start to finish, with thoughtful prompts, calendars, & checklists to guide you along the way by Isabel Ibañez & Adrienne Young.

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