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The Queen's Gambit
Young adult fantasy
The Queen's Gambit
Book 1 of the The Books of Imirillia series
Young Queen Eleanor rules the peaceful nation of Aemogen when the vast Imirillian Empire turns its attention toward her borders. A mysterious traveler named Wil arrives as Eleanor studies the unfamiliar enemy and prepares a people unaccustomed to conquest for war. Strategy, diplomacy, loyalty, and growing personal attachments become inseparable as Eleanor searches for a way to preserve her kingdom against overwhelming force. The first Books of Imirillia novel unfolds like the opening act of a larger political epic, centered on a queen willing to risk herself to give Aemogen a chance.
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Emotional peril and family difficulties; mild romantic content
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Cherry Hot Chocolate
Velvety chocolate suits a little enchantment and an escape from the everyday.
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- Whisk the cocoa and sweetener into the hot liquid until smooth. Add remaining flavorings, heat until steaming, and pour into a mug. Add any listed topping.
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- Glassware: Mug.
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Bramble & Honey Mead
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Honeyed warmth suits a little enchantment and an escape from the everyday.
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- 4 oz blackberry mead
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- Serve lightly chilled, or follow the serving guidance on your chosen bottle. No mixing or garnish needed.
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