Tarea
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She's broken. He's the king.
Joashedau can have anything wants, but can he counsel a young woman who only wants him? Tarea ran away from her family with a shocking accusation, but she's not as innocent as she seems.
Part of the world of Above the Underground, a fantasy world of kings, priests, wealthy families and a secret underground economy.
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