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Dead of Winter

The Arcana Chronicles #3 / 6 ✓
by Kresley Cole
Dead of Winter (The Arcana Chronicles #3) by Kresley Cole
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Can Evie convince her rival loves to work together? Their survival depends on it in this third book of #1 New York Times bestselling author Kresley Cole’s Arcana Chronicles, a nonstop action tale of rescue, redemption, and a revenge most wicked.

Heartbreaking decisions

Evie was almost seduced by the life of comfort that Death offered her — until Jack was threatened by two of the most horrific Arcana, The Lovers. She will do anything to save him, even escape Death’s uncanny prison, full of beautiful objects, material comforts... and stolen glances from a former love.

Uncertain victory

Despite leaving a part of her heart behind with Death, Evie sets out into a frozen and perilous post-apocalyptic wasteland to meet up with her allies and launch an attack on The Lovers and the vast army they command. Such formidable enemies require a battle plan, and the only way to kill them once and for all may mean Evie, Jack, and Death allying. Evie doesn’t know what will prove more impossible: surviving slavers, plague, Bagmen and other Arcana — or convincing Jack and Death to work together.

Two heroes returned

There’s a thin line between love and hate, and Evie just doesn’t know where she stands with either Jack or Death. Will this unlikely trio be able to defeat The Lovers without killing one another first?

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FantasyYoung Adult
Release date: December 28, 2014

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Kresley Cole

Kresley Cole

Kresley Cole is a master of blending the fierce and the fantastical, weaving heart-pounding action with steamy romance that keeps readers on the edge of their seats. Known for her Immortals After Dark series, Cole's unique storytelling captures readers with complex characters, dark magic, and stories of fierce desire that transcend time and space. With a talent for creating multi-layered worlds and relationships that burn with intensity, she’s become a must-read author in the paranormal romance genre.

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Growing up in the small town of Florida, Kresley always had a love for stories that mixed the supernatural with the emotional, often escaping into worlds of fantasy. She took this passion for storytelling into her career, and after initially pursuing a degree in history, she found herself irresistibly drawn to writing. Her deep understanding of history and mythology is evident in her work, where ancient legends and creatures come alive in new and exciting ways.

Kresley Cole's breakthrough came with A Hunger Like No Other, the first book in her Immortals After Dark series, which introduced readers to a world of vampires, werewolves, and other supernatural beings, all tangled in romantic entanglements. Her distinctive voice has since made her a beloved author, with numerous bestsellers and a legion of dedicated fans. But it’s not just the romance that sets Cole apart; her worlds are built with such care and complexity that readers become completely immersed in every book.

A recurring theme in Cole’s works is the idea of forbidden love, where characters are often torn between duty and desire, or the stark reality of their worlds and the ache of passion. Whether dealing with gods, vampires, or warlords, her characters are never simple. They are flawed, fierce, and fighting for something more than just their next breath. The high-stakes battles are matched only by the emotional stakes, making each of her books a roller-coaster ride of tension, heartache, and ultimate triumph.

But Kresley Cole's writing is about more than just escapism. It’s a testament to the resilience of the human (and inhuman) spirit. Her characters are often faced with impossible choices, from fighting battles to fighting their own inner demons, but always emerge stronger, more passionate, and ready to face whatever comes next. In every series, readers find themselves rooting for the characters’ happily ever afters, knowing that Cole will never let them off easy. Every love story is earned, and every victory is hard-won.

Her influence on the genre is undeniable, and her readers can always count on a deeply satisfying mix of action, romance, and twists that leave them wanting more. With every book, Kresley Cole continues to carve out her own space in the world of paranormal romance, inviting readers into captivating worlds where the lines between hero and villain are never as clear-cut as they seem.

As one of the leading voices in paranormal romance, Kresley continues to captivate audiences with her vivid storytelling, leaving a legacy of passionate fans who eagerly await the next chapter in her dark, thrilling, and oh-so-romantic worlds.

The Arcana Chronicles

The characters on Tarot cards are real.

The Huntress, the Fool, Death, the Lovers . . . and eighteen other Major Arcana all exist. These warriors, femme fatales, magicians, and devils each have uniquely lethal powers.

And they’re coming for me.

To survive, I’ll have to embrace my own terrifying abilities—and team up with dangerously handsome Jack Deveaux, one of the few people I know that also survived the Flash. But if Jack ever beholds what I truly am, will he abandon me to my fate . . . ?


The Arcana Chronicles consists of six primary books, and includes one additional book that complement the series but is not considered mandatory reads and considered as a complete series. The current recommended reading order for the series is provided below.

Poison Princess (The Arcana Chronicles #1)
★ 10.00 / 1
Endless Knight (The Arcana Chronicles #2)
Unrated
Dead of Winter (The Arcana Chronicles #3)
Unrated
Day Zero (The Arcana Chronicles #3.5)
Unrated
Arcana Rising (The Arcana Chronicles #4)
Unrated
The Dark Calling (The Arcana Chronicles #5)
★ 6.00 / 1
From the Grave (The Arcana Chronicles #6)
⧗ 9.68 / 44


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