Yelena, facing execution for murder, is offered a reprieve as a poison taster in a dangerous, magical world.
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Yelena, facing execution for murder, is offered a reprieve as a poison taster in a dangerous, magical world.
Choose: a quick death… or slow poison… Locked deep in the palace dungeon for killing her abuser, Yelena knows she’ll never be free again. The laws in Ixia are strict, and murderers must be executed, no matter the reason. But just as she’s resigned herself to her fate, she’s offered an extraordinary reprieve. As the food taster, Yelena will eat the best meals, have rooms in the palace — and risk assassination by anyone trying to kill the Commander of Ixia. To make matters worse, the chief of secu...
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No explicit scenes; brief references to sexual themes. Past rape, attempted rape, and mentions of sexual assault are central.
Frequent violence, including torture and graphic depictions of harm.
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Brief mention of a trans character with misgendering.
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Magic and fantasy spellcasting are recurring elements.
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Themes of loyalty, power, and political intrigue are present.
Thoughts of suicide are mentioned as part of character struggles.
Captivity, torture, and systemic cruelty are key themes. Past rape, attempted rape, and mentions of sexual assault are central.
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