All the Painted Stars: A dazzling queer historical romance, perfect for fans of Freya Marske (The Barden Series, Book 2)

'Tender and gallant…Beautiful and romantic' Ashley Herring Blake To win her heart, she'll have to fight… Winner of the RNA's Popular Romantic Novel Award 2025. Oxfordshire 1362 When Lily Barden discovers her best friend Johanna’s hand in marriage is being awarded as the main prize at a tournament, she is determined to stop it. Disguised as a knight, she infiltrates the contest, preparing to fight for Jo’s hand. But her conduct ruffles feathers, and when a dangerous incident escalates out of Lily’s control, Jo must help her escape. Finding safety with a local brewster, Lily and Jo soon settle into their new freedom, and amongst blackberry bushes and lakeside walks an unexpected relationship blossoms. But when Jo’s past catches up with her and Lily’s reckless behaviour threatens their newfound happiness, both women realise that choices must always come at a cost. The question they need to ask is if the cost is worth the price of love… Perfect for fans of Freya Marske, Alexis Hall and Casey McQuiston. ? 'Heartbreakingly tender' Cat Sebastian 'A delightful friends-to-lovers slow burn romance' M.N. Bennet Readers are LOVING All the Painted Stars: 'Amazing' ????? 'I swooned' ????? 'I'd really recommend this book' ????? In All the Painted Stars, Emma Denny masterfully weaves a tale of mediaeval fiction, where the lines of friendship and love blur amidst the backdrop of a tournament. The story, rich in LGBTQ+ themes, explores the complexities of love and the price one is willing to pay for it. For fans of Kj Charles (The Gentle Art of Fortune Hunting), Rachel Reid (Tough Guy), Alexis Hall (Waiting for the Flood), Lex Croucher (Trouble), and Tj Klune (The Bones Beneath My Skin). HarperCollins 2024