Twin Crowns (Twin Crowns, #1)

by Catherine Doyle

‘Where is the imposter princess?’ she screeched. ‘I want blood. And I want it now.’ She pushed her way towards Tor. ‘Where is she? The one you saved over your own prince?’ She was brandishing the knife, wildly. ‘I’m going to drive the dagger meant for her into her heart!’ ‘No!’ cried Rose. ‘It’s not Wren’s fault! We never wanted this!’ Anika pointed the knife at her throat. ‘By killing our brother, Eana has declared war on the great nation of Gevra. Mark my words, Princess, we will bring you to your knees!’ ‘It was Rathborne! Where has he gone? We need to find—’ ‘Silence, you snake!’ Alarik shoved Rose at one of his soldiers. ‘Take this one to my ship and bind her arms. I’ve had enough of mind games and poisoned magic.’ He pulled Tor back. ‘You can bear my brother’s body. Make sure to protect it better than you did when he was alive.’ Alarik turned from the altar and glared out at the remaining guests, his voice solemn. ‘The wedding is off.’ He heaved a dramatic breath. ‘Now we are at war.’

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