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Bride of the Shadow King

By: Sylvia Mercedes
Narrated by: Emily Lawrence, Tim Campbell
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A shunned princess. A reluctant king. A marriage that could save both their kingdoms...but destroy their hearts.

Though she is the oldest daughter, Princess Faraine lives in the background, shunned from court and kept out of sight. Her chronic illness makes her a liability to the crown, and she has learned to give place to her beautiful, favored younger sister in all things.

When the handsome and enigmatic Shadow King comes seeking a bride, Faraine is not surprised that her sister is his choice.

Though not eager to take a human bride, King Vor is willing to do what is necessary for the sake of his people. When he meets the lively Princess Ilsevel, he quickly agrees to a marriage arrangement.

So why can’t he get the haunting eyes of her older sister out of his head?

Passionate and alluring, Bride of the Shadow King is an arranged marriage tale with dual points-of-view (his and hers). The first book in a new fantasy romance series, this sweeping tale of love and betrayal is perfect for listeners looking for a touch of spice to go with the sweet in their next swoony, slow-burn romance.

©2022 Sylvia Mercedes (P)2022 Podium Audio
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Awesome

I usually don’t like the duel readers audio books but I loved this one. Waiting patiently for the next one

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Story builds to an exciting pace!

Actors voices were a bit exaggerated at times, but improved with the story.
Story was slow at first and certain parts get a bit long winded.
But I’m the whole, it kept me at the edge of my seat.

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Love this story!!!

I love this story. It is a must. Please put the other volumes on audible.!!!

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incredible voice actors

The story is good a bit predictable in parts, but the voice actors are fantastic and really pull you into their world. I'm excited for the next book.

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What a lovely surprise!

I wasn’t sure what I was gonna read so I took a chance, and I wasn’t disappointed . A great story great narration, and I look forward to the next installment.

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love this story

I love everything about this series. the world building. the characters. the magic love love love

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Interesting story

I did really like this story and I can't wait to hear how it goes on. The only thing I found quite obnoxious when there was so much death and destruction of an entire city. They just move onto a wedding no talk about it no concern no nothing. That was the last chapter. Let's move onto a wedding.......

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the Bride of the Shadow King

there was a lot going on in this story. from a psychological point of view of understanding what it's like to be different and ostracized for your difference and not seen as Who You Are or who you could be and because of that you start to believe and self doubt yourself and your own possibilities. and then not standing up for what you know is right because you don't have the ability to what others who pretty much rule you in a sense but you have Choice even in the times when you don't think you have a choice and I think that's a lesson that's kind of learned in this story that when you think you're oppressed you still have a way to fight even if it's a freedom physically but

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Not what I expected

I really enjoyed this story. It wasn’t exactly what I expected but I was pleasantly surprised that especially the supporting characters that other authors would have falling into over used troupes of being villains in disguise doesn’t seem to be the case here and I’m all for it.

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Great worldbuilding, very slow romance

Great story overall. The language, storytelling and worldbuilding was great! Very imaginative and woven together so nicely. However I felt it lacking in the romance department. I understand having to set up the story and the stakes, but the characters didn't marry until the later half of the book and its about being the Shadow King's bride. It was maybe a little too slow in that aspect (definitely a slooow burn). I'd read more from this author to enjoy the fantasy but im not quite sold on the romance.

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