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Crown of Secrets
Young adult fantasy romance
Crown of Secrets
Book 1 of the The Hidden Mage series
Princess Verene is the first royal in her kingdom born without magical power, a humiliating contrast to her mother’s reputation as the most powerful mage in history. She is sent to the Academy in neighboring Kallorway to strengthen ties with traditional enemies and prove she can still be useful despite her apparent powerlessness. Crown Prince Darius, the strongest mage in his own family, distrusts both Verene’s presence and her claim that she has no magic. As threats at the Academy become increasingly sinister, Verene begins to suspect that Darius may be right—and that discovering her hidden ability is essential to saving both kingdoms.
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Fantasy peril and violence, threats to kingdoms and families, and mild romantic content, including kissing
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Shalott Lavender Fog
A fragrant cup of tea suits a little enchantment and an escape from the everyday.
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- Stir lavender syrup and vanilla into hot Earl Grey. Add steamed milk and spoon a little foam over the top.
- Garnish: Small culinary lavender sprig, optional.
- Glassware: Mug.
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Orange-Kissed Brown Ale
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A mellow, malty pour suits a little enchantment and an escape from the everyday.
What you'll need
- 12 oz English brown ale
- 1 wide strip orange peel ↗
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- Pour the beer into a pint glass and express the orange peel over the surface; add the peel if desired.
- Garnish: Orange peel.
- Glassware: Pint glass.
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