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The Noble Lie
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  • Parts 15
  • Time 1h 15m
Ongoing, First published Dec 21, 2024
In the Game of Love, Wisdom Is Key.

When Rosalina' Alina', the adopted daughter of wealthy nobles, is invited to the royal court, she's thrust into a world of dazzling gowns, whispered alliances, and one very eligible prince seeking a bride. But Alina's past isn't as polished as her pearls.

Determined to prove she belongs, Alina holds her head high, catching Prince Ian's eye with her sharp wit and unexpected grace. However,  that's not the only eye she catches. Prince Finnian's best friend, Kingston, gets caught up in her whirwind as well. The only question is, when the competition is over, who will have her hand?

Meanwhile, the ambitious Genevieve (Alina's biggest rival for the Prince's hand) starts to see her as more than just a passing threat and gathers alliances in high places... and low.  Will she be able to convince everyone in court that Alina doesn't belong-- even Candace, her best friend? 

Perfect for fans of slow-burn romance, fierce heroines, and courtly intrigue, *The Noble Lie* will sweep you into a world of forbidden love, unexpected alliances, and the courage to embrace who you truly are.  

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**Keywords**: royalty, prince, princess, arranged marriage, forbidden love, noblewoman, palace intrigue, slow-burn romance, enemies to lovers, self-discovery, interracial romance
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