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Being a Hastings by sabrinatheriver
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For the season Miss Ella Hastings stays with her uncle and aunt and their daughter in London. What she does not expect is, that to her surprise, and despise, the handsome Lord Grassborough and his sister, join them. From the moment on she first encounters the proud Lord Grassborough, her life changes dramatically; and not exactly in a good way. Her past comes back to disable her. And as if that was not enough, five men, who enter her life, make everything even more confusing, difficult and heartbreaking. Her hope of a normal life without any problems meets an end, as her brother seals her destiny. Only one man out there can save her now...
The Pharaoh's Dancer by Tic_Tok
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"Do you know what to do, Amunet?" A voice as sweet as silk whispered into the young girl's ear. Amunet didn't look over her shoulder, but shifted uncomfortably on her bare feet before nodding her head. A soft hand touched her back and urged her forward. All eyes turned towards the girl dressed in transparent linen with her dark hair tumbling down her back and her violet eyes lined by kohl. Every movement caused the jewels on her wrists and ankles to dangle and shimmer in the light. She raised her head and found the Pharaoh's transfixed stare. His jade eyes narrowed in on hers and the room became still and silent. Amunet bowed and, at the pluck of a harp string, began to dance. --- DISCLAIMER: this story is NOT historically accurate. It does not take place in any real time period and therefore there will be inaccuracies and areas that don't make sense in the context of "ancient Egypt." CONTENT WARNING: though this story is not explicit (sexual or otherwise), it does mention more mature themes that may be troubling to some readers, including but not limited to forced prostitution and miscarriage. cover by @Addietay
The Prince and His Slave [REWRITTEN] by luckycharms
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Arius is the Prince of Egypt and the future Pharaoh: Pharaoh Atumankhkare. Everyone knows how great of a young man he is and he is respected by all of Egypt. However, his claim to the throne is compromised when his noble father dies young and his cruel and power-hungry uncle takes his place. Chione is a peasant with nothing more than a loving father and the wonderful skill to treat the ill and assist in childbirth. However, she is forced to leave everything in order to work at the Pharaoh's palace so she can afford a treatment to help her sickly father. Fate will lead these two very different people to come together and fall in love. And when they do, it doesn't take them very long to realize that they are breaking Egyptian laws and putting both their lives in danger.
Gladiator of Rome (#1 in Gladiator Series) by Tall_Girl_818
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From the sands of the arena, the ultimate female warrior will rise. ~ ~ ~ Rome's hunger for gladiatorial combat has never been greater. The passion for novelty in the arena has given rise to a range of warriors, but none quite like Krista; sole survivor of her family's brutal murder, Krista is now the property of Commander Niclaus and is sent to train and fight in the arena for his pleasure and greed. Guided by her friend and mentor Lazarus, Krista's deadly combat skills earn her the adoration of the public and the fear of fellow gladiators. Though there is one gladiator who seems indifferent to her. Fighting to stay alive, Krista will do anything to break her chains and enact revenge upon the Commander who slaughtered her family and put her there. But Krista's pride and skill earn her powerful enemies which sets her upon a path she never expected, and one that will change the fate of Rome forever. ~~~~~~~~~~~ Book 1 of the 'Gladiator Series' Highest Ranking in 'Historical Fiction' #1 Wattpad Featured Story Currently editing. *** ALL RIGHTS RESERVED *** Content Warning: The story you are about to read is intended for mature readers due to its content. It may not be appropriate for all audiences. Please read at your own discretion. All characters are fictional. Copyright.
Guardian of Rome (#2 in Gladiator Series) by Tall_Girl_818
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She defied an empire. * * * * Five months after Krista and her band of gladiators delivered a swift and humiliating defeat to the Roman army, Krista has become the leader of a slave rebellion that travels across Rome, freeing slaves from their chains and killing their masters. Their numbers are growing vast as people flock to their cause. But in order to destroy her enemy Krista must become like them, placing a strain on her relationship with those she loves the most. Meanwhile, back in Rome, the Empress is devising her own plans for a swift victory as she conscripts vast legions from across the empire and calls on 'The Destroyer'. With a terrifying record of more than fifty bouts; no losses or draws, he is arguably the greatest Gladiator ever to have lived. But as war starts to loom a new enemy shall present itself to Krista. One that is more deadly than Rome itself and threatens to take the very thing that matters most to the Gladiatrix. **** Treachery, murder and lies are only a few of the things Krista will have to navigate as she searches for who she is, and all she can become if she is to succeed. . . . . as all roads lead to Rome, and a war that will shape the world. ________________________________________________________ Deos Fortioribus adese - The gods are on the side of the stronger ________________________________________________________ Book 2 of the Gladiator series and sequel to 'Gladiator of Rome'. All Rights Reserved.
A Matter Of Delicacy by secret-scribbler
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1806, England - When Katherine Wentworth, trained killer known as the Silver Sword, is called to the service of Princess Caroline in London she is apprehensive. Years of training and foreign missions means she has had little experience of society and when she is thrown into the bustling London society of balls and card games in the guise of a lady-in-waiting, she is out of her depth. Adding to her troubles is the charming Mr James Willoughby, who seems to spot Katherine even when she thinks she is hidden. But these are dark times. The assassins are getting closer and enemies are everywhere. Any mistake could cost the life of the Princess. And Katherine will not let that happen.
From Protector To Lady by thunder1417
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Rebecca Morin, protector of her close cousin Jahnai Rutherford gets a surprise when she is summoned to the Palace of Ethelid to become a lady in waiting to the princess. Having grown up wielding swords, bows, and daggers all of her life, becoming a lady is a task that is far out of her comfort zone. To make things even more complicated for her already, there is one knight whom after she meets just refuses to leave her mind.