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Orsina of Melidrie, a devoted paladin of the Order of the Sun, is tasked with eradicating corruption and chaotic forces across Vesolda. After years of battling monsters, demons, and gods, her mission remains incomplete. During her quests, she encounters Aelia, the Goddess of Caprice—personified poor decision-making—whose worship is outlawed by the Order. Aelia is forced into a mortal form and initially evades Orsina, only to later disguise herself as a fleeing victim of an abusive family. The goddess seeks Orsina’s protection while hunting a magical relic that could restore her divine nature. As their relationship deepens, Aelia grapples with whether to reveal her true identity, fearing Orsina’s reaction, while her siblings watch their every move.
First publish date: 2018
Genre: LGBTQ+ Fiction/Lesbian Fiction
Authors: Effie Calvin
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