Natasha Siegel

Two destined rivals fall desperately in love--but the fate of medieval Europe hangs in the balance. "A pair of thrones between us, and my heart clutched like a rosary within his hands . . ." Twelfth-century Europe. Newly-crowned King Philip of France is determined to restore his nation to its former empire and bring glory to his name. But when his greatest enemy, King Henry of England, threatens to end his reign before it can even begin, Philip is forced to make a precarious alliance with Henry's volatile son--risking both his throne, and his heart. Richard, Duke of Aquitaine, never thought he would be King. But when an unexpected tragedy makes him heir to England, he finally has an opportunity to overthrow the father he despises. At first, Philip is a useful tool in his quest for vengeance . . . until passion and politics collide, and Richard begins to question whether the crown is worth the cost. When Philip and Richard find themselves staring down an impending war, they must choose between their desire for one another and their grand ambitions. Will their love prevail, if it calls to them from across the battlefield? Teeming with royal intrigue and betrayal, this epic romance reimagines two real-life kings ensnared by an impossible choice: Follow their hearts, or earn their place in history.

A Novel

Solomon's Crown

Lizzy Jensen

“And how you look at him,” she said. “I have seen that too. I remember it, from when he last came to court. You looked at him like you could not bear it, but you needed to. As if you had no choice.”

She threw her arms around my waist and pulled herself towards me, pressing her forehead against my chest. “I do not want you to be someone else. I want you to be Phillip.”

"I know. Please stay that way. I would prefer a Philip who does not love me, to a not-Philip who does." 

“I do love you, Isabella," I told her. "Very much." 

"I love you, too. So, you must stay Philip, promise me you will. lf you do anything to change him, I shall miss him terribly.”

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