Marriageofalliance Stories

[1st Draft] Her kingdom is destitute-teetering upon the precipice of war, and she has no friends, no alliances strong enough to keep the enemies of her nation at bay. The nobility seek to use her, enemy armies prowl the borderlands, and her father is a penniless fool; no more than a puppet king. He is the eldest child of his mother and the Heir to his throne, but his father is dead and his mother has married once more. She birthed a son, and her husband is determined to make his blood the true Heir to the throne. To save his own life, he has left his home and now prowls the streets of his city-presumed to be dead by the new Queen's Consort-harboring little interest for the title he was born to inherit. She discovers a plague. One that infects his people, and not hers. They strike a deal, one in which she must find the source of this plague and he must take his throne to obtain the power to protect her people from enemies without, and within.

Welcome back to Enniskillen!! The crest of Ranfurly bears the aspect of a raven and the motto 'Fidelity in All' with a ducal crown. Since the age of nineteen Sandor, fifth Duke of Ranfurly, has always taken his responsibilities seriously, to the exclusion of all else in his life. Disillusioned by women who only seemed to see his title rather than himself, he's given up on marriage, intending to choose his heir from his sister's sons. Yet under his sombre and staid exterior beats a passionate heart and a sensitive soul. Mahan, Chief of the Northern Damark tribes, knows that the latest incursions of the Boar and Weasel clans will bring the Chief of Enniskillen and his War Raven to the plains in retaliation. He hopes to not only stave off war but to forge a peace. Sandor will do whatever his king asks of him to avoid all out war. He's resigned to his uneventful future, but it seems that 'tynged' - fate - is conspiring with Damark females to stir up his sedate existence. NOTE: With the exception of the prologue, this story takes place chronologically AFTER The Bear of Farlathi. Events from that story are mentioned within and may be considered spoilers. books2read.com/u/316zWw

Disclaimer: This is a work of fiction. While it is inspired by historical events, figures, and settings, the story, characters, and dialogues are products of the author's imagination. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, or real events is purely coincidental. Certain names, places, and timelines may have been altered or reinterpreted for narrative purposes. This book does not claim to provide an accurate historical account and should be read as a work of fiction. This story follows Sharvani, a determined lawyer who has just returned from Britain after completing her studies in the final years of British rule in India, and Anirvan, the Jaghirdar/Thakur of the Udaipur princely state. Sharvani is a modern, ambitious woman who strongly believes in equality and justice, while Anirvan upholds a rigid social hierarchy rooted in tradition and authority. Married under difficult circumstances, their journey explores the clash between progressive ideals and deep-rooted traditions. As Sharvani uses her legal knowledge to challenge unjust feudal practices, Anirvan is compelled to reassess his own beliefs, prejudices and adapt to the evolving times. Meanwhile, Sharvani, who initially struggles to accept her place in his world, begins to appreciate the values of family, respect for elders, and the collective nature of Indian society-where decisions are made with the community in mind rather than just individual desires. Their marriage faces resistance from conservative factions within feudal society, yet through love, mutual respect, and understanding, they find a way to blend modern progress with traditional customs. Over time, they develop a deep companionship, proving that change and tradition can coexist without erasing cultural heritage.

A marriage meant to save a kingdom was never supposed to be his. When the kingdom of Aeros agrees to a political union with the feared kingdom of merikh, the chosen bride is Princess Elira Oriel Aeros, gentle, beloved, and unprepared for the ruthless court of King Kyren Zyran Merikh. Nevan Oriel refuses to let her go. Though only a half-heir to the throne and long dismissed as the "golden but soft" prince, Nevan steps forward before the entire court and offers himself instead. If the Sun must kneel to Shadow, it will kneel on its own terms. Kyren Zyran did not build his empire on emotions. Cold, disciplined, and bound by a crown laced with ancient curse, he accepts the new arrangement with sharp suspicion. The smiling prince from the Sun Court is reckless, unpredictable and dangerous in ways Kyren does not understand. But from the moment they stand before each other, something questionable stirs. Light does not burn Shadow. Shadow does not devour Light.