3.5 

A Thousand Heartbeats

By Kiera Cass
A Thousand Heartbeats by Kiera Cass digital book - Fable

Publisher Description

#1 New York Times bestselling author of The Selection series Kiera Cass is back with her most epic novel yet—a sweeping enemies-to-lovers standalone romance.

“Love has a sound. It sounds like a thousand heartbeats happening at the same time.”

Princess Annika has lived a life of comfort—but no amount of luxuries can change the fact that her life isn’t her own to control. The king, once her loving father, has gone cold, and Annika will soon be forced into a loveless marriage for political gain.

Miles away, small comforts are few and far between for Lennox. He has devoted his life to the Dahrainian army, hoping to one day help them reclaim the throne that was stolen from them. For Lennox, the idea of love is merely a distraction—nothing will stand in the way of fighting for his people.

But when love, against all odds, finds them both, they are bound by its call. They can’t possibly be together—but the irresistible thrum of a thousand heartbeats won’t let them stay apart. 

Kiera Cass brings her signature sparkling romance to this beautiful story of star-crossed lovers and long-held secrets.


He’s a rebel soldier sworn to destroy her kingdom. She’s a princess forced to marry another man. What happens when their duties collide with their hearts?


  • Royalty Romance: Annika is a princess with a life of comfort but no control; Lennox is the secret heir to a stolen throne, devoted to his rebel army.
  • A Sweeping Standalone Epic: Perfect for fans of The Selection series, this novel is a complete, epic story with a satisfying, swoon-worthy ending.
  • Dual POV: Told from the perspectives of both Annika and Lennox, watch their worlds collide as they fight their duties—and their undeniable attraction.
  • A Stolen Throne: Lennox has sworn to reclaim what was stolen from his people. But falling for the enemy princess was never part of the plan.

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A Thousand Heartbeats Reviews

3.5
“This was such an enjoyable standalone fantasy. It was easy to read and I really love Kiera Cass’s writing style, it flows so well and makes it easy to get pulled into the story. I loved Lennox and Annika and their dynamic throughout the book. That said, I was hoping for a little more yearning and a stronger enemies to lovers arc than what we got. I do think this story could have benefited from being a duology to let certain moments and relationships breathe a bit more. Overall though, it was still a really solid, entertaining read and a 4 stars for me. 💕📖✨”

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