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In the treacherous court of King Louis VIII, love is a luxury few can afford, especially for Marguerite de Brissac. Bound by duty and the weight of noble expectation, she is expected to marry for power, not passion. But when Gabriel d'Anjou, the King's illegitimate son and a man scorned by the nobility claims her heart, Marguerite dares to defy them all.
Their love is a dangerous game. Gabriel is a bastard with no true place at court, a threat to those who would see him fall. Marguerite, a pawn in a world ruled by alliances, faces relentless pressure to abandon him for a more advantageous match. As whispers of betrayal grow louder and old enemies conspire to keep them apart, they must navigate a court steeped in ambition, deception, and deadly secrets.
With kingdoms at stake and honour on the line, Marguerite and Gabriel refuse to bow. But in a world where power trumps love, can their vows withstand the storm-or will they be forced to sacrifice everything to stay together?
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