Where the Crown Lies
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Last published Thu, May 15, 2025
Where the Crown Lies is a dark fantasy tale of power, betrayal, and forbidden bonds.
When warrior heir Aliya is bound by magic to Raphael, a war-torn prince with a violent past, they must journey into the cursed Tower of Shadows, where guilt becomes a weapon and love a liability. As secrets unravel and sacrifice looms, Aliya discovers a truth that will change everything: she is Nephilim, and the rightful queen.
But claiming the crown comes at a cost- is she willing to pay it?
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