A Forgery of Fate
Published on: June 3, 2025
A Forgery of Fate by Elizabeth Lim is a spellbinding reimagining of Beauty and the Beast, set in a breathtaking underwater world filled with dragons, secrets, and slow-burning love. Known for her richly woven stories, Lim once again creates a tale that feels both timeless and entirely her own.
The story follows Tru, a gifted artist who possesses the sight, a magical ability that reveals truths through her paintings. As she navigates a journey shaped by fate and inner strength, she meets Elang, a guarded and deeply complex figure. Their relationship grows slowly and tenderly, full of moments where vulnerability breaks through the surface before retreating again. Their connection is raw, emotional, and unforgettable.
This book beautifully blends tropes like hidden identities, fake dating, marriage of convenience, and strong sisterly bonds. The romance is a slow burn in the best possible way, allowing each interaction to simmer with tension and emotion. Tru’s personal growth and her journey to embrace her gift feel deeply earned, while Elang’s quiet struggle with his emotions is both heartbreaking and powerful.
What truly stands out is the worldbuilding. The underwater setting is vivid and imaginative, with just enough twists and tension to keep the pages turning. While a little more action might have added even more excitement, the emotional intensity more than makes up for it. The story is so immersive it’s easy to forget it’s a retelling at all. It becomes something completely new, full of heart and magic.
Fans of Lim’s earlier works will find delightful nods to familiar characters, making it feel like coming home to a beloved universe. And even for new readers, this story stands firmly on its own, offering a rich and satisfying experience.
A Forgery of Fate is a tale of love, destiny, and self-discovery that lingers long after the last page. It’s beautiful, moving, and unforgettable.
About the Author
Elizabeth Lim
Elizabeth Lim is an author whose love for storytelling began early, nurtured by a childhood filled with fairy tales, myths, and music. At around age 10, she began writing fanfiction inspired by Sailor Moon, Sweet Valley, and Star Wars, and started sharing her stories online. The realization that people were actually reading and enjoying her writing was a powerful moment that stayed with her.
Despite this early passion, a teacher once told her she had “too much voice” in her essays, which led her to pause her creative writing efforts and focus on getting through English class. Still, the desire to tell stories never left her.
Elizabeth went on to become a composer for film and video games, eventually earning a doctorate in music composition. During graduate school, she found herself returning to writing as a way to take a break from the demands of academia. What started as a fun project to write and complete a novel quickly became a serious pursuit. From that point on, she never looked back.
She has a love for classic film scores, books with a good romance, and a wide range of foods—especially arepas and Ethiopian cuisine. Other favorites include the color turquoise, overcast skies, English muffins, cycling, and baking. Elizabeth currently lives in New York City with her husband.
To learn more about her books and upcoming projects, visit her official website.
| Book Title | A Forgery of Fate |
|---|---|
| Author | Elizabeth Lim |
| ISBN | |
| Book Language | English |
| Book Format | Ebook, Paperback, Hardcover |
| Date Published | June 3, 2025 |
| Publisher | Knopf Books for Young Readers |
| Awards | None |
| Pages | 483 |
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