The Shadow King's Uncrowned Queen
Gwendolyn Breckenridge, a precious daughter of noble family from Brovodian Kingdom, wakes up to a terrifying dream come true. Injured and trapped in a carriage, she's carted away to a strange land called Sotreapis Kingdom – a place she's never even heard of. The awful truth hits her: she's being sold as a slave.
Betrayed by both her lover and trusted handmaiden, with her parents missing in the midst of the chaos engulfing her family, she is plunged into despair. Stripped of her wealth and status, she is left to deal with a harsh reality where her once-gilded life is now in tatters. Adding insult to injury, vicious rumors spread, branding her as a fake heiress, casting doubt on her very identity and legitimacy. She must fight to clear her name and find the people who betrayed her.
One terrifying fact becomes clear: in Sotreapis, a cruel king named Malgarius captures beautiful women only to kill them. But he finds himself inexplicably drawn to Gwendolyn's spirit and resilience. Despite the danger, a forbidden attraction blossoms between them. Now, she is trapped in this deadly game, surrounded by danger and unsure of who to trust – a ruthless king captivated by her, a court teeming with suspicion, and the ever-present threat of those who wish to silence her.
Can she use this unexpected turn of events to not only clear her name and find her family, but perhaps even rewrite the deadly fate awaiting her in Sotreapis? Can Gwendolyn overcome the betrayal that shattered her life? And most importantly, can she survive the clutches of a murderous king in a foreign land or fell deeper into his honey trap?
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[Disclaimer: This book is a mature content as it has some intimate and passionate scenes that explore the romantic relationships between characters. Even though these scenes are significant to the story and the characters, it is important to note that they are shown in a tasteful way and are not meant to be detailed or unnecessary. This book is mostly about the mental journeys of the characters and the problems they have to deal with. Those who might be sensitive to this kind of material should read it with care, and it is best for mature readers]
This story is purely a work of fiction and is the product of the author's imagination. Some names, characters, places, and incidents are the product of the author’s imagination or are used fictitiously. Any resemblance to actual events, locales, or persons, living or dead, is coincidental.
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