Capturing the Crown
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Defined by regulations and loyalty but drawn together by undeniable tension, growing desire, and forbidden thoughts. An outsider, Atlas Ledger, the only son of the cold and cruel leader of the Outsiders, Darius Ledger, accompanies the daughter of Alaric Whitelock: Astrid Deianira; in embracing the possibility of a truce- a peace offering- to try to mend the huge rivalry between the Other Side and the Outsiders. But when peace is rejected, chaos begins. However, the connection between the two only grows stronger but their connection could mean destruction for the world around them. They were born and raised to be enemies. There would be serious consequences if they were anything more. The pair tries to remain faithful in their own sides, but forcing themselves apart only makes their feelings deeper. Eventually, when war erupts, Atlas Ledger and Astrid Deianira are faced with a life-altering decision: risk their lives for love or fight for the throne? It was common knowledge that only one side wins the throne. When there is no choice but to win or lose, who will win the throne? Would you risk it all? Would you risk everything you've ever known for something that could lead to destruction? How much would you be willing to lose?
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