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Sweden, 1815. A tale of secrets, survival, and the high-stakes games women play behind the throne. For a young countess named Jacquette, winning means losing everything that matters.

In Butterfly Games, Kelly Scarborough crafts a work of historical fiction that feels as lavish as it is perilous. The book leans into the elegance of Bridgerton, the stately tension of The Crown, and the shadowy power plays that recall Game of Thrones. . . . Scarborough possesses a gift; she draws readers into this world with deceptive ease.”—Literary Titan, 5-star review

Kelly Scarborough worked for more than two decades as a law firm partner and white-collar prosecutor, but her real passion is reading and writing biographical historical fiction about fascinatin ...more

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Gibson’s Bookstore, Concord NH – 01/21/2026

Join me at Gibson’s Bookstore in Concord, New Hampshire on January 21, 2026 at 6:30 p.m. to celebrate the launch of my historical novel Butterfly Games. I’ll share a brief reading, answer questions, and sign books—perfect for readers who love historical fiction, court intrigue, and star-crossed love stories.

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