A dangerous spark runs deep in her veins, more powerful than any soul has ever seen.
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The daughter of King Hilderic ll has plenty to share with the world, much more than her natural beauty and sharp wit. The Olympian Games, her life-long dream, to participate, and be the first ever female -- to have won such a treasured event, however -- little does she know tensions and war is rising between other warriors and participants. Thunder, lightning or fire. . . Only one can be the victor and declared to be the strongest element of existence, Clelia must face the most terrifying battles of her life to prove herself. Will she finally achieve her life-long dream? Better yet... What happens when she discovers her powers lie in not one, not two, but three of the elements?
One-shot entry of the 2022 Panhellic Games Contest
((Word Count: 1500 - 2000))
All credits go to @canva for the book cover design template!
P.S. King Hilderic ll was a true historical figure, however he never had any children prior to his death. Clelia is a fictional character purely created for the sole purpose of the contest :)C
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