The Wounded Wedding (Lost Empire #2)

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One life has been saved, but a bigger plot has only just ignited. Having thwarted treachery in the realm, Marguerite Bonheur finds herself embroiled in a new web of courtly complex ities. As the trusted lady-in-waiting to Princess Henrietta, Marguerite faces her greatest challenge yet – guiding the princess through a fragile betrothal to a sickly foreign prince. With the shadow of an ever-vengeful Dulcibelle, the king's malicious mistress, still looming, Marguerite's role at court becomes even more fraught with danger. Admist the Duchess’ schemes and relentless scrutiny from the court, Marguerite's connection with Prince Armel deepens. As the world edges closer to a resurgence of magic, an unsettling mystery emerges—people are vanishing without a trace. Marguerite races to solve the puzzle, protect her mistress, and make her mark on the world. Tropes and Content Levels Espionage Court Intrigue He Falls First Slow Burn Snarky Friends Love Letters Flirting in Ballrooms Romance Level: just kisses Violence Level: some fight scenes; mentions of wounds and bleeding; no gory details Profanity Level: No swearing. In-world oaths only. Show more