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Synopsis
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To be a queen you must have poise,
grace, and an innate ability to hide your true feelings. While everybody
wants to be the Queen, Emeline is stuck in the never ending, exhausting
position. Then one day, fate intervenes. A little risk opens up new opportunities
and suddenly everything forbidden is calling to her, so close she can touch
it. The only thing that could prevent it, a rugged assassin that’s
frustrating, unpredictable, and good at his job. Playing with shadows is a dangerous
game, no palace walls or royal guard can keep them out and Emeline may find
herself paying the ultimate price for treason. But then, isn’t the freedom
worth the gamble? |
Chapters In Total
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Prologue |
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Chapters |
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5 |
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Epilogue |
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Pages |
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Note(s)
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· Standalone |
Others
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1. - |
Destination
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1. - |
Song(s)/Band(s)
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1. - |
Main Character(s)
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Male |
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Xavier |
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Female |
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Emeline |
Other Character(s)
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Xavier |
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Assasin |
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Emeline |
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Queen of the Nordland and the Sundi Isles |
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Tia |
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Emeline’s handmaiden |
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King Harold Karhardt III |
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E’s husband Ruler of the Nordland and the Sundi Isles |
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Jeffrey Karhardt |
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King Harold’s brother |
Quote(s)
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1.
Her eyes closed for a moment and she
drew in a fortifying breath, fingers curling at her sides. One of the last
things her mother had told her before her marriage had been to make sure that
King Harold believed she was entirely dgvoted to him. Regardless of how happy
she was to be there. 2.
In the castle the walls had ears and
eyes that no doubt reported back to the King. 3.
To any outsiders the look might look
loving, adoring even, but the truth of the matter was that she was noticing
everything that displeased her. While it was true there was no slouch to his
shoulders nor a grey hair on his head… it seemed like even the way he spoke
displeased her. 4.
Typical. It was just like a brother of
Harold’s to take the credit for what she had done. There truly was more
resemblance in their attitudes than she had first thought. 5.
“You will kill him for me?” It was a question, it was a
statement, and it was a demand all at once. A fervent sort of imploring plea.
She was putting her hope in him, believing in him, even not knowing him. She had
intended to manipulate him so that he’d carry the deed out for her without
even realizing how much it would mean to her. But now? now she wanted him to
know, she didn’t mind if her soul was bared and he saw her desire for what it
was. Saw the ugly intensity of her hatred and how determined she was to
escape her situation. The question could have been worded differently, as it
was the ‘will’ in it held an unspoken question. It held a ‘can you’ that
expressed her fear. Her doubt in his abilities, the strength of his motivation
for even doing what he’d promised to do. 6.
“Boost…” the whisper escaped her
fervently. “All men do is boast… I’ll kill this this day, I’ll do this the
other… I’m the best, no, the most skilled. All that ever comes out of a man’s
mouth is boasting… and I have never been impressed. No, not by one… not a
single one! I do not want to hear your promises, I want to see your actions. Spare
your breath, your words enrage me. Doubtless you would say the same as all
the rest… do you claim to be the most skilled? In bed? In fighting, in
everything?” 7.
If I really wanted, caged birds are the
easiest to kill, caged birds that don’t know how to use their claws are even
easier. If all men do is boast, all women do is cower… even with all the
power they wield. 8.
No different than any other man would
treat a wife he did not choose for love. But both would enjoy showing me off
like some prize trinket… if that is what you mean? A docile keepsake until
the shimmer of newness passes into aged cracks. 9.
A man’s greed is larger than his
courage or his heart. 10.
In every one of her sexual escapades
she’d been the one touched, not the one exploring. Every contact had been
initiated by someone else. Yet there she was, caught up in admiration, the feeling
was intrusive it weighed her heart down and put the slightest fragility into
her touches. |
BOOK JOURNEY
Thoughts
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Reading Experience
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I’m speechless. So this story is just an
erotic story about Emeline seeking to fill her sexual pleasure and she ended
up found one with Xavier, the assassin. I have so many questions! Where does Emeline
goes from here? Marrying Jeffrey since she has promised Jeffrey to marry him
after his brother is dead? How about the affair with Xavier then? Is Emeline
going to demand Xavier to kill Jeffrey too since Jeffrey cannot satisfy her
like Xavier did? Why the story has to stop midway?! This is so frustrating! Besides, what has King Harold done so
badly that Emeline wanted him dead? Just because he couldn’t satisfied her? I
don’t get it! Despite so, I kind of like the subtle writing of the physical
action *wink*. Overall, this is a story about Emeline
seeking her freedom by treason as she contemplated the murder of the King
with the King’s brother where she, unexpectedly, found her lover. It was kind
of hard to grasp at first, but it got better as it proceed. It’s a shame that
it was such a short story. |
Question(s)
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1.
Where does Emeline go after King Harold
is dead? 2.
Will Emeline marry Jeffrey? 3.
Will Emeline demand Xavier to kill
Jeffrey? 4.
Will Emeline run away with Xavier? 5.
How will Emeline sleep with Xavier if
she was to marry Jeffrey and did not demand Xavier to kill Jeffrey? |
Three Most Important
Concepts in This Book
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1.
Human can do anything in order to
achieve what they wanted. 2.
Lust can bloom from the people you least
expected. |
Suitable For People Who
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1. Please
refer to “Tags” |
Reading Start and
End Dates
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Start |
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29.12.2024 |
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End |
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29.12.2024 |
Total Reading Duration
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Hours |
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Minutes |
Reading Timeline [In
Chapter(s)]
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29.12.2024 |
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1 |
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5 |
Tags
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Fiction; Historical; Romance |
Pace
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· Fast |
Spiciness
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· ๐ถ️ ๐ถ️ ๐ถ️ |
Rating
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Notes
Reading Experience
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· Plot
and Content: The appeal of the storyline, the depth and
interest of the content, and the relevance and accuracy of the information
presented. · Language
and Style: The fluidity and beauty of the writing,
and whether the author’s style aligns with the reader's preferences and
expectations. · Characterization
and Development: The dimensionality and vividness of the
characters, and whether their development feels deep and credible. · Pacing
and Structure: The appropriateness of the pacing, the
coherence of the structure, and whether the plot progresses smoothly. · Emotional
Resonance: Whether the reader can connect with the
emotions, themes, or viewpoints presented in the book. · Visual
Presentation: The book’s design, including layout, font,
illustrations, and cover design, and how these elements enhance the reading
experience. · Personal
Impact: The influence of the book on the reader’s thoughts,
emotions, or life experiences. · Reading
Comfort: The comfort of reading, considering factors like paper
quality, book weight, and the reading environment. |
Pace
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· Fast
Pace: The plot progresses rapidly, with frequent events
occurring, creating a sense of tension and urgency for the reader. Typically,
these books have short paragraphs and chapters, with concise and brisk
language, and frequent conflict and suspense. Examples include thrillers or
action-adventure novels. · Medium
Pace: The plot develops at a moderate speed, neither too
rushed nor too slow. These books usually feature a balanced progression of
story and character development, with a relatively even writing style. Many
literary or commercial novels may have this pace. · Slow
Pace: The plot advances slowly, often focusing on the
characters' inner worlds, environmental descriptions, or nuanced emotional
portrayals. These books typically have longer paragraphs and chapters, with a
more complex writing style and a lot of information. Literary classics or
works with intricate psychological depictions often exhibit a slow pace. |
Spiciness
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· 0★ No Spiciness Completely non-romantic and
non-suggestive; suitable for all ages. · 1★ Very Mild Occasional flirtation or
light hints; very tame and appropriate for most readers. · 2★ Mild Some romantic tension or
innuendo; suitable for young adult readers but no explicit content. · 3★ Moderate Noticeable romantic or
sexual themes; suitable for mature readers with some emotional depth. · 4★ Spicy Frequent and more explicit
romantic or sexual content; intended for adult readers with significant
emotional stakes. · 5★ Extremely Spicy Highly explicit content
with detailed sexual scenes or intense emotional drama; strictly for mature
audiences. |
Ratings
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· 0.0:
Unreadable or offensive. · 0.5:
Extremely poor; frustrating and unenjoyable. · 1.0:
Poorly written with little redeeming quality. · 1.5:
Very weak; minimal positives, mostly disappointing. · 2.0:
Some merits but overall disappointing. · 2.5:
Slightly above disappointing; some redeeming qualities. · 3.0:
Solid but flawed; enjoyable but forgettable. · 3.5:
Good; has engaging moments but still some flaws. · 4.0:
Very good; well worth reading with a few minor issues. · 4.5:
Excellent; impactful and nearly perfect, with just a few minor flaws. · 5.0:
Exceptional; a must-read that stays with you. |
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