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Ongoing, First published Mar 09, 2019
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Lady Merreth of Sable House  is on the run, seeking escape from a the consequences of brutal murder she may or may not have committed.  Her political enemies have no doubt of her guilt, though, and intend to see her executed.  

With no where to hide within the Matriarchy, she flees to the western frontier where a brutal war with the steppe clans is being waged.   There, cast out of the nobility, and forced to keep company with the commoners with which the Matriarchy wages its war, all she needs to do is survive.  

Her enemies within the nobility want her dead, the commoners are suspicious of her, and the steppe clans are closing in.   How hard could it be?
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Secrets of the Swords, Book 1

47 parts Complete

Acting normal is not the same as being normal. No one knows that truth better than Suthe Montikwe. Born with the unlucky genes of a distant druith ancestor, she's had to hide her talents in order not to be outcast by society. Her strategy is to smile, keep quiet, and work hard. While that method may keep her safe, it's also alienated her from her neighbors and friends, and the worry that she may be discovered is never far from her thoughts. When her country sends out a warrant to capture anyone who practices magic, Suthe is forced to seek refuge elsewhere, all the while wondering at the sudden proclamation. Why has the government taken an interest in her, and when will she be able to return home? Unsatisfied with her lack of answers, Suthe decides to investigate. But the more she looks, the deeper she gets herself into trouble, and she comes to realize that this mystery does not involve her country alone. The threat of war looms on the horizon, and Suthe will need to put her trust in the strangers she meets, including a dangerous spy wanted for the betrayal of his own country. But most importantly, Suthe will need to trust herself, and her abilities, if she ever wants to see home again. ~*~Current cover by Amanda-Mae ~*~ ~*~Previous cover by italychick~*~

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