Books like Crown Duel (Crown & Court #1) by Sherwood Smith
In "Crown Duel," the first book of the Crown & Court series, teenage Countess Meliara and her brother Branaric unite to meet their father’s last wish. Together, they plan a revolution against a greedy king, setting the stage for a high‑stakes struggle that combines family loyalty, strategic courage, and the promise of a brighter future for their realm. The novel offers young readers an engaging fantasy tale centered on power, justice, and female protagonists in a richly imagined setting.
First publish date: 1997
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Sherwood Smith
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