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The Empress: A Dazzling Love Story | As Seen on Netflix
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The Empress is a novel that reimagines the courtship of Sisi and Franz of Austria in 1853. Sisi, a sixteen-year-old Bavarian princess, is determined to wait for true love or have no love at all. Meanwhile, Emperor Franz of Austria is recovering from an assassination attempt and promises to romance Helene, his pliant Bavarian princess, at his upcoming birthday celebration. When Sisi and Franz meet unexpectedly in the palace gardens, their connection cannot be denied, and they must choose between the expectations of the court and the burning desires of their hearts. The novel is epic, captivating, and deliciously steamy.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 320 pages
Publication date: 27 September 2022
Publisher: Swift Press
The Empress is a captivating retelling of the courtship between one of history's most iconic and beloved couples: Sisi and Franz of Austria. Set in 1853, sixteen-year-old Elisabeth Sisi of Bavaria has a clear vision for her love life: she yearns for the kind of passionate, all-consuming love that poets describe, or she will have none at all. Despite her mother's objections, Sisi refuses to conform to the traditional expectations of a regimental life, yearning for something more.
Meanwhile, in Austria, Emperor Franz is recovering from an assassination attempt that has left him wounded and fearful. To maintain peace, Franz has recommitted himself to his imperial duties and promised to romance his obedient Bavarian princess, Helene, at his upcoming birthday celebration. The announcement of a new Empress is seen as a way to unite the country.
However, when Sisi and Franz unexpectedly meet in the palace gardens, their connection cannot be denied. Their illicit conversations evolve into something more, and they must navigate the complexities of their relationship while balancing the expectations of the court and their burning desires.
The Empress is an epic tale of love, passion, and self-discovery. It explores the themes of societal expectations, personal freedom, and the power of love to overcome obstacles. With its vivid portrayal of 19th-century Austria and its captivating characters, The Empress is a remarkable contemporary story of falling in love and finding one's voice.
Weight: 294g
Dimension: 129 x 197 x 28 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781800752528
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