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From global phenomenon C. S. Pacat comes the first novel in her critically acclaimed Captive Prince trilogy--includes an exclusive bonus story Damen is a warrior hero to his people, and the rightful heir to the throne of Akielos. But when his half brother seizes power, Damen is captured, stripped of his identity, and sent to serve the prince of an enemy nation as a pleasure slave. Beautiful, manipulative, and deadly, his new master, Prince Laurent, epitomizes the worst of the court at Vere. But in the lethal political web of the Veretian court, nothing is as it seems, and when Damen finds himself caught up in a play for the throne, he must work together with Laurent to survive and save his country. For Damen, there is just one rule: never, ever reveal his true identity. Because the one man Damen needs is the one man who has more reason to hate him than anyone else...
- Format: TradePaperback
- Author: Pacat, C. S.
- ISBN: 9780425274262
- Condition: New
- Dimensions: 7.90 x 0.70
- Number Of Pages: 304
- Publication Year: 2015
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English
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There are some dark themes to this book, but don’t let that deter you from reading
Kayla M. - 3 years 9 months agoI loved this book. It was something I wasn’t used to reading and thought I wouldn’t like it, but I was totally wrong. After finishing the book in one day, I booked it to the closest bookstore near me and bought the rest of the trilogy. I absolutely love this series, and hope more will fall in love with the writing and characters as much as I have.
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Solid first work from a bright new talent in the field
Jason W. - 4 years 1 month agoPrince Damianos, Damen, is betrayed by his illegitimate half-brother who murders their father and then gives him over, minus his identity, to the prince of a rival nation in the guise of a pleasure slave as a form of twisted revenge. Prince Laurent seems sneaky, underhanded, mean-spirited, ruthless, spoiled rotten, crazy smart, vicious and cold. He appears even worse as you see how he treats Damen at first, as well as everyone else around him at his court, but is there more hiding under that cold and calculating exterior? Laurent has a reputation for not being intimate with anyone, he is known for being cold and frigid, and he does not force himself on Damen, so why does he even need a pleasure slave at all? More importantly, does Laurent really know who Damen is? Does he know that he is really Prince Damianos, the crown prince of Akielos, who killed Laurent's beloved older brother in an earlier battle between their nations? Damen, well aware that Laurent has sworn to murder him for it, fights his own sense of honor as he battles within himself about whether or not he should reveal his true identity to Laurent. The plot twists and turns thicken and titillate. Prince Laurent is next in line for the throne of Vere, which is currently being held in trust by the Regent, Laurent's uncle, with whom Laurent in apparently in some sort of feud with. Is it simply Prince Laurent lashing out at authority because he is a rotten jerk or is there some deeper wound buried under their polite hatred and political maneuvering? Is the Regent caring for the kingdom, happily ready to step aside when Laurent comes of age to rule or is he consolidating power while discrediting Laurent in an attempt to keep control of Vere? As relationships mature and evolve, new hopes and dreams sprout up alongside new fears and confusions. Worth reading the entire trilogy for the full effect. A solid first work from a bright new talent in the field, but ends with many unanswered questions and is clearly unresolved. If you read it, be prepared to buy the rest of the series as you will want to know what happens next and how it all works out in the end!
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Fantastic LGBTQ Historical Fiction
Nick G. - 5 years 3 months agoA hidden treasure of a trilogy, this is the first title in a trilogy that is perfect for someone wanting to find a well written LGBTQ Historical Romance. The writing is surprisingly well written; it's not something a reader would always expect from a lesser-known title that is a very particular niche, but the author did in fact create an engaging plot filled with intrigue, political drama, mystery and yes, a little sexual tension that builds into a romance between the two main characters, who are in fact both male. Damen and Laurent are the perfect "enemies turned lovers" kind of relationship, but there is plenty of conflict that threatens not only to keep them apart, but to change the history of both of their kingdoms. Fair Warning: the book is not for sensitive readers. there are scenes that can be viewed as disturbing that involve sexual assault, slavery, and torture, so be warned! Another thing that is to be celebrated is the representation of homosexuality that this story has. Think of medieval times in Europe and how it was considered a crime and punishable by death, but in this story, its considered a norm and no one even thinks twice about it. It was incredibly refreshing to see that happen, especially in a historical fiction piece set in a fictional world.
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The Captive Prince Trilogy Is A Must Read
Bailey D. - 6 years 1 month agoAmazing story from start to finish. If you like slow burn romances then this trilogy is right up your alley!