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    Dark Triumph
    Book 2 in the series:His Fair Assassin

    Dark Triumph - His Fair Assassin by R.L. LaFevers
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    Dark Triumph, the second book in the His Fair Assassin series by R.L. LaFevers, follows the story of Sybella, a complex and damaged character who is sent back to her evil family by the convent she once escaped. Despite her dark past, Sybella finds redemption and love amidst treacherous political intrigue and personal struggles. The book delves into themes of abuse, trauma, and loyalty, all set in a richly imagined medieval world filled with assassins, villains, and heroes. The plot is driven by intimate political machinations within a medieval house, showcasing the importance of personal betrayals and alliances that can shape the fate of kingdoms.

    I DID NOT ARRIVE AT the convent of Saint Mortain some green stripling. By the time I was sent there, my death count numbered three, and I had had two lovers besides. Even so, there were some things th...
    April 2013
    451 pages

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    Crown Duel
    Book 1 in the series:Crown & Court

    Crown Duel - Crown & Court by Sherwood Smith
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    A classic YA fantasy - action-packed, character-driven, and full of courtly intrigue and slow-burn romance. Not perfect, but beloved for its feisty heroine and satisfying blend of adventure and politics. Worth picking up for anyone who loves smart escapism and heart-fluttery romance with swords!

    Countess Meliara and her brother embark on a mission to protect their people from a tyrannical king who threatens their kingdom. The story unfolds in two parts, Crown Duel and Court Duel, showcasing the protagonist's journey from leading a battle against the king to navigating court intrigue. The book blends elements of adventure, fantasy, romance, and political struggles, with a focus on character growth and personal conflicts in a vividly described world.

    The broken shutter in the window creaked a warning. I flung myself across the table to cover my neat piles of papers as a draft of cold wind scoured the room. Dead leaves whispered on the stone floor,...
    April 1997
    437 pages

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