City of Mirth and Malice is the second book in the Order and Chaos series, continuing the exploration of the complex and volatile world established in the first book. In this installment, the city itself becomes a character, a place where joy and sorrow coexist, and every decision comes with a cost. The protagonist must confront a growing rebellion and the fractured alliances within the city while deepening their connection with someone who could either be their salvation or their undoing. As the lines between light and dark blur, love and duty clash, and the city itself seems to pull them in opposing directions, this book promises more danger, romance, and high-stakes drama.Tropes: Forbidden Romance, Political Intrigue, Dark Fantasy, Rebels vs. Authority, Family Drama, Betrayal, Love vs. Duty, Secrets.