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Royal advisor, Baas, never stopped loving the woman he was forced to send away. When Shaya unexpectedly returns, he sees a long-awaited chance at happiness. However, winning back her trust and uncovering the secrets that led to their separation proves more difficult than navigating the royal court.
Shaya still yearns for her first love, but she is haunted by a past mistake that could end their reunion. An enemy threatening to expose her long-hidden truth makes her wary of getting close again.
With everything stacked against them, can Baas and Shaya put aside the past and face the future hand in hand? Or will long-buried secrets and dangerous foes doom their heart’s desire once more?ย
When love and loyalty collide, only truth and trust can set them free.
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Lita’s Book Review: 4.5 Stars
The Defiant Queen by L.R. Jackson is Shaya and Baas’s story. I was first introduced to them in The Accidental Queen. At the end of that story, Baas and Shaya were having a fling when Baas , as his duty, has to marry someone else.ย Shaya leaves Africa and goes back to New York to resume her life. Baas is doing his best in his marriage, but he will never love his wife. Shaya will always have his heart. Shaya, too, is struggling trying to get on with her life. When something unexpected happens to Baas, he might have a chance at happiness.ย When Shaya makes a visit to Africa, she is met at the airport by Baas. The feelings they share are as strong as ever. Baas is willing to do anything to get Shaya back. While Shaya still loves Baas, she still has feelings of betrayal over his marriage. Plus, she has a secret that could destroy their happily ever after. Unfortunately, outside forces end up shaking things up and set off a chain reaction of events. Lies, betrayal, intrigue, and deception bring life to this story. I truly enjoyed the adventure. Baas is all types of sexy and is swoon worthy. Getting to know him was a pleasure. I especially loved the ending to this book. Definitely left me wanting more. Can I get a novella, at least. 4.5 stars for me.
L.R. Jackson is the alter-pseudo for this mother and multifaceted creator of dreamy alpha heroes. Born and raised on Marylandโs eastern shore, L.R. is a fun and spontaneous Gemini who enjoys reading, cooking, and traveling. Her passion for writing was sparked at a very young age and has never wavered. By day, L.R. works in corporate America, and by night, she pens romantic tales laces with suspense. She is a Bowie State Alumni and a member of Zeta Phi Beta, Sorority, Inc.
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