A mother's legacy. A daughter’s destiny. A court torn in two. Marguerite Bonheur, a woman of unparalleled intellect, flees an impending arranged marriage to find refuge at Mrs. Prosper's Academy for Young Ladies. But her escape is just the beginning. In a world shadowed by her mother's legacy, Marguerite becomes ensnared in a treacherous game of courtly power and ancient rivalries. The King's mistress, once her mother's closest ally turned fierce foe, harbors a deep-seated hatred that threatens to consume them both. Amid the academy’s hallowed halls, Marguerite’s brilliance captures the attention of the Crown’s Spymaster, who recruits her into his shadowy network. She also draws the eye of Prince Armel – an enigmatic figure at court. As an unexpected twist of fate propels her into the heart of a covert mission for the Kingdom of Caeledon, forbidden magic begins to claw its way back into a world that has long forbidden it. Simmering with intrigue, slow-burn romance, and one woman’s quest to prove herself, The Poison Plot is perfect for fans of Tamora Pierce, Melanie Cellier, and C. F. E. Black. Embark on this riveting adventure today! Tropes and Content Levels Espionage Court Intrigue Academy Setting Strangers-to-Friends-to-Lovers Slow Burn Snarky Friends Enigmatic Male Lead Independent Female Lead Romance Level: yearning glances and brief touches of the hand Violence Level: some fight scenes; mentions of wounds and bleeding; no gory details Profanity Level: No swearing. In-world oaths only.
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