Cage of Deceit

Jennifer Anne Davis’s “Cage of Deceit” is the first novel in the Reign of Secrets series. The protagonist of the tale is sixteen-year-old Allyssa, who seems to be the perfect Emperion princess. She spends the day imprisoned in the stuffy royal court. However, she adopts a covert identity as a vigilante at night, tracking down criminals and directly assisting her community.

Allyssa must defend her people when conflict threatens their kingdom, even if it means sacrificing her freedom and her heart. For those who enjoy young adult fiction, the book’s fascinating combination of fantasy, romance, and high stakes makes it a worthwhile read.