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During China’s Tang dynasty, Princess Ai Li flees the web of court intrigue and a forced wedding. Armed only with delicate butterfly swords, she seeks the reluctant protection of the battle‑scarred warrior Ryam. Ryam, who has always valued life at a high cost, is drawn to Ai Li’s innocence and stubborn honor, and finds himself torn between duty and a newfound desire for the woman she trusts. Their partnership unfolds amid the luxurious yet deadly politics of the imperial court, with betrayal lurking at every turn.
First publish date: 2010
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Jeannie Lin
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