A Court of Shadows
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Last published Fri, Sep 5, 2025
Ethan Parker wakes up in a world he doesn't recognize-his modern life replaced by the gilded halls of a dangerous royal court. As Sir Elias, he must navigate treacherous nobles, protect the enigmatic Princess Isabella, and survive a shadowy figure who watches his every move.
Loyalty, love, and life itself hang in the balance-can he survive the game of the court... or will the shadows claim him first?
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