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The Shadows Behind The Throne

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Reads 63
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*COMING JULY 2023*

THE KING IS DEAD. 
As the secret black hand, Torak is torn between helping his best friend prevent the princess's undoubtedly devastating reign, and finding out who really killed the king. 

REBELLION IS BREWING. 
Espanza knew she would one day be queen, but had never thought the day would come so soon. Plunged into a role she is ill-prepped for, she must somehow hold her kingdom together--and avenge her father. 

WAR IS LOOMING.
Sent as an ambassador in an attempt to smooth relations between Azarka and Sapron, Tasmaera wants nothing more than to prevent war from breaking out--and to prove herself to her family. But arriving in a country in utter turmoil, where does she even begin?All Rights Reserved

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