“I will give birth to your child.”
Elise, the princess of a ruined country, was brought as a prisoner to the enemy country, where she was to be hanged and presented to the savages. Desperate to avoid this fate, Elise tried to come up with any way to survive. Even if it meant telling an outrageous lie.
There was only one person who held the power to save her. Rezette Kyrstan, the commander-in-chief of the enemy country, also known as the dragon, and Van Yela’s loyal dog. Elise knew she had to convince this cold and stubborn man in front of her to spare her life.
In a trembling voice, Elise made an offer that she hoped he couldn’t refuse. “I will give birth to your child,” she said.
All love interests can die because of me...
What impressed me the most was the vocabulary employed by the author (and the translation team). The writing was truly exceptional. The dialogues were masterfully crafted, and I could grasp every nuance the author intended. For this reason alone, I highly recommend reading this novel.
The story itself is incredibly intricate and clearly well-researched. Each character is fascinating, and I found myself fond of many of them, even remembering their names despite the sizable cast. I ended up binge-reading the entire novel in one night due to my deep investment in the plot. One aspect I particularly appreciated, compared to other novels I've read, is that the political dimensions of the arranged marriage are not overlooked. Instead, they frequently resurface, reminding us that—well, these characters aren't going to have an easy time, are they?
Joking aside, I also admired the seamless transitions between points of view, which could have been confusing but were anything but. It kept me engaged with every character without explicitly stating whose perspective we were following at any given moment. The complexity of each character only added to the experience. I haven't felt bored reading from any character's point of view yet; in fact, I often found myself looking forward to encountering these characters again.
In summary, this novel boasts great writing, rich characters, and a captivating plot.