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The Prince of Secrets
Gaslamp fantasy romance
The Prince of Secrets
Book 2 of the Stariel series
Hetta's new position at Stariel comes with financial troubles and a growing attachment to Wyn, her family's apparently unassuming butler. His hidden fae identity makes their romance scandalous enough, but an old broken oath brings threats far beyond disapproving relatives. Even the sentient estate has opinions about the match as Wyn's past catches up with him. The second Stariel novel deepens the romance and fae intrigue while keeping the household's practical worries and dry humor close at hand.
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Kissing, nudity, and sexual touching · Fantasy violence · References to abusive parenting · Period-typical homophobia and misogyny
Alcohol-Free Pour
London Fog
Earl Grey and warm milk offer a little household comfort while hidden identities and old obligations complicate the romance.
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- Stir vanilla syrup into the hot Earl Grey. Add steamed milk and spoon a little foam over the top.
- Garnish: None.
- Glassware: Mug.
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Dry Gin Martini
For adults of legal drinking age. Please drink responsibly.
Crisp gin and dry vermouth suit a butler whose polished composure conceals rather more than the household realizes.
What you'll need
- 2.5 oz gin
- 0.5 oz dry vermouth
- Ice
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How to mix it
- Stir gin and vermouth with ice until well chilled. Strain into a chilled glass.
- Garnish: Lemon twist or olive.
- Glassware: Martini glass.
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