The Queen's Viper, Book 1 of The V'Braed Trilogy SNEAK PEEK
LesleyDonaldson
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LesleyDonaldson
Complete, First published Apr 20, 2018
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celticmythologycontemporaryfantasydarkfantasyelizabethanfairiesfairyfantasyfeaturedgrimdarkhistoricalfantasymagicrealismmythologymythsstrongfemalecharacterstrongfemaleleadtudorurbanfantasyvillainousfemale
Viper stumbles across the young Tudor Princess Elizabeth and a Crown Jewel that unlocks Viper's repressed memories. To secure a path to her past, Viper ensures Elizabeth's safety, setting the threatened princess upon the Throne of England. Viper's journey leads her to Annys, an unexpected enemy who imprisons her for 400 years.

In 2012, Viper is inexplicably freed from her magical prison. With the help of her Foundling, Owain, and his eclectic cadre of helpers, Viper sets off for revenge upon the descendants of those who imprisoned her, starting with Queen Elizabeth II. All the while, a malicious figure exerts his influence from the shadows.

Thanks for checking out this sneak peak of "The Queen's Viper." My debut fantasy was a Semi-Finalist in the 2016 Kindle Book Awards. If you like your stories so realistic you feel like you're there, I'm sure you'll love this grimdark blend of historical and contemporary fantasy. 

Grab the first 7 chapters for free PLUS more short fiction from Lesley Donaldson: http://writerlesleydonaldson.com/FREE
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THE DANCING GIRL

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