The Mountains Blade
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Elwyn has been raised to hone a blade and destroy any who dared get close to the rightful heir.
Avelina, Elwyn's oldest sister is to be queen.
Unlike her family members, Elwyn has no magic. She only has her sword and wits, a sheep among wolves.
With an unforeseen rebellion on the horizon, Elwyn must find out what being second born to throne really means. It is not always a blade that wins wars or is it? Being a warrior has never been easy but being a queen isn't either. What position will Elwyn have to step into to make sure her family lives?
This story is set in Goldmoon, with magic and bloodshed. What length will Elwyn go to protect her sister? What sacrifices will she endure to ensure her family and kingdoms safety?
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