"A good, devious mix of some of the best fantasy and murder mystery that YA has had to offer recently." --Entertainment Weekly

"Astrid Scholte's propulsive debut YA novel checks all the boxes for an addictive read." --Refinery29

"Four Dead Queens is a darkly delicious tale that keeps you in constant suspense. A thrilling, genre-blending book perfect for fans of both fantasy and murder mysteries. I just might be the fifth dead queen because this story--with its labyrinthine twists and turns--slayed me in every possible way." --Kerri Maniscalco, #1 New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of the Stalking Jack the Ripper series

"[An] exciting fantasy debut . . . stunning." --Paste

"A cinematic thrill ride brimming with murder, mayhem, and twists that will shock you, Four Dead Queens is sure to be your next obsession. Absolutely riveting." --Sarah Glenn Marsh, author of the Reign of the Fallen series

"Astrid Scholte breaks into the fantasy genre with a triumphant, exciting debut that will keep readers guessing all the way to final chapter. Four Dead Queens is not to be missed!" --Beth Revis, New York Times bestselling author of Give the Dark My Love

"Scholte's stand-alone debut marks her as an author to watch." --Kirkus Reviews

"Scholte has created an intrigue-heavy adventure in a world filled with characters whom readers will want to revisit." --Publishers Weekly

"Debut author Scholte manipulates multiple points of view and flashbacks to create an action-packed romance." --Booklist

"The story takes unexpected turns, has complicated characters who develop over time, and ends unpredictably .... A recommended addition to young adult fantasy/dystopian collections." --School Library Journal

"A fierce, darkly compelling protagonist...and readers will want to double back to get a better look at the various turns of the enticingly twisting timeline." --Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books