Shattered Alliances in Northgate
Desiree Sheerer
1,832,411 Words
1,832,411 Words
In the heart of Northgate Citadel, the Royal Palace stands as a monument to wealth and power, but for Isolde Hartman, it becomes a stage for heartbreak and betrayal. On what should have been the happi est day of her life, Isolde finds herself abandoned at the altar by Lucian Night, the man she believed would secure her family's legacy. As whispers of scorn and ridicule echo around her, Isolde grapples with the fallout of a shattered engagement and the disdain of her own family. Amidst the chaos, a mysterious stranger named Easton offers her a glimmer of kindness, igniting a spark of hope in her desolation. But as Isolde navigates the treacherous waters of familial expectations and societal judgment, she discovers that the stakes are higher than she ever imagined. With her sister Seraphina in danger and the looming threat of Lady Elenora's wrath, Isolde must confront her own feelings for Lucian and the enigmatic Easton, all while unraveling the secrets that bind their fates. As tensions rise and alliances shift, Isolde is thrust into a world of intrigue where love, loyalty, and betrayal intertwine. Will she find the strength to reclaim her dignity and protect her sister, or will the shadows of the past consume her? In a tale filled with suspense and emotional turmoil, Isolde's journey reveals that the path to empowerment is fraught with challenges, and the true battle lies within.