Tempted by the Tsarina
(2024)(The fifth book in the Song of the Four Kingdoms series)
A novel by Sirena Knighton
Duty battles desire when political intrigue collides with a royal romance…
With her court divided, her father’s interference in her decisions, and the nobles scheming for more power, Tsarina Annika is all but cornered into saving an alliance with their neighbor by marrying a foreign prince. But her options are limited, and as ruler of Drakazov, she has to keep the peace—by any means necessary. Even if it means sacrificing herself.Prince Ilya Patel is reeling from the effects of defying a royal decree. Stripped of his diplomatic role and sent back home in disgrace, he hopes to regain his honor—and finally make his father proud of him—when he answers a royal summons. His new assignment? Marry the Tsarina, and spy on her so that his Emperor can gain the upper hand in a trade agreement between their two countries.
Their marriage begins cold and distant, with Annika making it clear that Ilya is little more than a political pawn in her eyes. But as they navigate Annika’s treacherous court together, something unexpected happens: Annika finds her handsome new husband slowly charming his way into her guarded heart.
At first, Ilya wooed the Tsarina for his ulterior motives, but the longer he spends with her, the more he is fascinated—and beguiled—by the young ruler.
When the Emperor presses Ilya to complete his mission, he’s torn between staying loyal to the new wife he has fallen for, or sticking to the plan and satisfying his ambition.
But when Annika finds out the truth, will she ever be able to forgive him?
Featuring:
❤️ Dual POV
❤️ Sweet spice
❤️ Feel good romance
❤️ Political marriage
❤️ Royal romance
❤️ Spying and espionage
❤️ Redemption arc
❤️ Overcoming toxic parents
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Tempted by the Tsarina is Book 5 in the Song of the Four Kingdoms, a steamy historical fantasy romance series. Pick this book for sweet steam, slow-burn romance, and a swoon-worthy couple!
The steamy, diverse romance of Bridgerton meets the magic and wonder of The Lord of the Rings in this set of standalone high fantasy romance novels. Perfect for fans of feel-good fantasy and webtoons like ‘Under the Oak Tree’ and ‘Light and Shadow'''.
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Contains: Adult language, mild violence, adult romantic situations. There is NO cheating, NO cliffhangers, and a happily-ever-after ending is guaranteed.
Genre: Paranormal Romance
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