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The Lady's Handbook of Intrigue and Murder (High Fantasy Politics)

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Mydea, a noblewoman with neither magic nor coin, must outmaneuver the Imperial City's deadly courtly intrigues before its daggers find her back.

Synopsis

Mydea, the last scion of a fading noble house, arrives in the Imperial City under the pretense of a courtship with the crown prince—a gilded cage disguised as opportunity. Without wealth, powerful magic, or allies, she navigates a viper’s nest of aristocratic schemes where a single misstep means ruin. The court’s glittering façades hide daggers, and every smile conceals a calculation. To survive, Mydea must master their lethal games, forging her own power from whispers and wit. But as factions clash and hidden enemies emerge, the stakes escalate beyond reputation to bloodshed. The real question isn’t whether she’ll win the prince’s favor—it’s whether she’ll leave the Imperial City alive.

Latest chapters

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  1. #4949: Marry Me Dec 21, 2024
  2. #4848: Will You... Dec 14, 2024
  3. #4747: And Murder Dec 7, 2024
  4. #4646: Of Intrigue… Dec 1, 2024
  5. #4545: Handbook... Nov 25, 2024
  6. #4444: The Ladies... (2) Nov 22, 2024
  7. #4343: The Ladies... (1) Nov 10, 2024
  8. #4242: Ball... (5) Aug 29, 2023
  9. #4141: Ball... (4) Jul 29, 2023
  10. #4040: Ball... (3) Jun 14, 2023

Tropes & themes

Anti Hero LeadFound FamilyKingdom BuildingProgression Non StatsStrong Female Lead

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Female LeadLocal ProtagonistRomance SubplotActionFantasyHistoricalHigh FantasyLow FantasyWar and MilitaryMagicRuling ClassStrategyStrong Lead

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