4.1 (5,712 ratings)

Between Two Kings: A Split or Swallow Novel

Name: Between Two Kings: A Split or Swallow Novel
Rating: 4.1 (5712 reviews)
Author: Lindsay Straube
ISBN: B0DZF4K3B9

by Lindsay Straube

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About this book

Tem never expected her quiet life on a chicken farm to culminate in a high-stakes power struggle, but after embracing her basilisk heritage, she is thrust into a world of lethal politics and raw desire. As the second installment in the seductive Split or Swallow series, this urban fantasy pushes the boundaries of loyalty and lust, forcing Tem to navigate a treacherous love triangle that threatens to ignite a full-scale war between humans and serpents.

Caught between the magnetic Serpent King, Leo, and her newly crowned human husband, Caspen, Tem finds that freedom is a dangerous illusion. Despite her efforts to break ties and move forward, ancient rules and binding loopholes keep her tethered to Leo. As the tension between the three of them reaches a boiling point, Tem must decide if her heart belongs to duty or the consuming pull of the men fighting to possess her.

Perfect for fans of paranormal romance who crave intense stakes and multi-shift dynamics, this story is as biting as it is breathless. With its blend of royal intrigue and competitive seduction, this scorching sequel delivers a volatile narrative where one wrong move could destroy kingdoms and leave everything Tem loves in ashes.

Publication Date: May 25, 2026
ASIN: B0DZF4K3B9

Reader Reviews

2nd book in a series well worth the read.

May 16, 2026

2nd in a series. Picked up where the first book ended. Very sensually written. Characters are well thought out. Enjoyed the book alot. )

LOVED IT

November 21, 2025

This book was so good, I devoured the first book in the series and I did exactly that with this one as well!!!! This book picks up right where it left of from Kiss of the Basilisks. I loved that the chemistry was still there with Temperance and Caspen. I also enjoyed the banter and chemistry that had built between Temperance and Apollo (Caspen's brother).. I loved that she brought her best friend Gabriel to the caves and showed what her world was like with the Basilisks. He fit in right away. I...

Love Triangle

January 26, 2026

Whew! Just when I thought this couldn't get any more unhinged!!!! So it starts off with the same love triangle between Tem's, Caspen and Leo. Per Tem's last request in [book:Kiss of the Basilisk|219542918], Tem tells Leo to finds his first love and be happy with her. On the other hand, Tem tries to remove herself from Leo's life and immerse herself in the basilisk community. But the basilisks have customs that she must accept and not fall on her face with how crazy these things are! Wait till...

Great Book and beautiful designs

May 4, 2026

VERY GOOD BOOK!!!! Author knows how to pull you in. I definitely enjoyed this story and I LOVE the beautiful design on the cover and sides. Definitely worth a read. )

Loved it !!

November 25, 2025

I Left a Good reads review. I’m just gonna say that anyone who is putting 1 star reviews, the book just wasn’t for you🤷🏾‍♀️. If there was one absolute trash character I did not like it was EVELYN. Now I that I got that off my chest. Lindsay, you did a wonderful with this book, I was pulled in from the first page. Pulled every which way, one minute #team Caspen then I was #team Leo. I don’t want to put any spoilers but the ending really broke me down. This not a why choose or a WMM, no this is...