"Riveting... compliments to the author for providing a tantalizing backstory on Semira mentioned in the Alfonzo series!" -HistoricalLuvR
"A Queen Can Rule Without A Jeweled Crown."
Semira, Daughter of Ras Afizwusi
Set in the early 20th century, the free-spirited Princess Semira is caught between the trappings of duty and tradition. Bound to honor an arranged marriage to a foreign monarch, she must leave her beloved Africa and girlish wishes. Fraught with uncertainty of her husband's devotion, her suspicions are confirmed when the impotent King bows to the authority of the Papacy. However, a proud Queen shall never bow despite being cast aside for political appeasement. Refusing to return to her father's house in disgrace, Queen Semira forges a new life In Sicily among the contadini. But, she carries the King's heir and she will need protection from an assassin. Perhaps, the anti-Fascist Lupe might be of aid in the formation of an elite Circle of Protectors.
