Bittersweet Treasure
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Last published Sat, Nov 8, 2025
Born out of wedlock, Lady Kinani Kinsley has lived her life hidden in the shadows of nobility. To protect her from the wrath of his jealous wife, Kinani's father sent her away as an infant, far from the dangers of courtly intrigue. Years later, she has grown into a spirited and courageous young woman-one whose laughter hides the pain of a past she can never truly escape.
But when her stepmother's thirst for vengeance threatens her very life, Kinani is forced to flee the only home she's ever known. On the run, fate leads her straight into the path of Sebastian Stryker, commander of the royal guard and the kingdom's most formidable warrior. His mission is clear: rescue the king's daughter and see her safely home. What he doesn't expect is to find himself captivated by her companion-the mysterious young woman with eyes like fire and a heart to match.
When the truth of Kinani's birth is revealed, duty and desire collide. Sebastian must choose between loyalty to his king and the forbidden love that could destroy them both.
Will honor triumph over passion-or will they defy the crown itself for a chance at love?
(Bittersweet series, Book One)
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