Melissa de la Cruz - The Queen and the Courtesan

The Queen and the Courtesan: A Tale of Love, Magic, and Betrayal

In the opulent halls of the Court of St. James, where love and power intertwine in a delicate dance, Princess Marie-Victoria of England and France finds herself at the heart of a captivating drama. Newly wed to Kronprinz Wolfgang von Hohenzollen, the young queen grapples with the complexities of their burgeoning love amidst the shadows of the past. The return of Ronan Astor, a captivating figure from Marie-Victoria's past, brings a storm of intrigue to the court. With her enigmatic allure and ties to a mysterious French count, Ronan's presence threatens to shatter the fragile peace within the royal marriage.

Meanwhile, whispers of rebellion echo throughout the land. Iron Knights ignite unrest in the countryside, while the return of Jeanne of Arrk's dark witches stirs fear and uncertainty. As the empire teeters on the brink of chaos, Aelwyn Myrddyn, the powerful head mage, faces a choice that will define her destiny. Her heart calls to her home, Avalon, an island of magic now under threat. But the truth behind her past actions threatens to sever the bond between her and the young queen, leaving them both vulnerable to the encroaching darkness.

On the eve of Marie-Victoria's coronation, the ancient barriers protecting Avalon crumble, unleashing a surge of magical power and plunging the kingdom into a perilous new era. Amidst this chaos, the queen and her mage must confront the greatest obstacle of all: each other. In a world where trust is a luxury and betrayal a constant threat, Marie-Victoria and Aelwyn must navigate the treacherous waters of courtly intrigue, ancient magic, and the profound power of love.

Melissa de la Cruz masterfully weaves together romance, magic, and political intrigue in this captivating tale, leaving readers spellbound by the complexities of her characters and the breathtaking beauty of her world.

Wydawnictwo	Disney-Hyperion
tytuł oryginału	The Queen and the Courtesan
data wydania	22 września 2015
liczba stron	384
kategoria	fantastyka, fantasy, science fiction
język	angielski