The Fragrant Concubine

Kidnapped. Blackmailed. Now she must choose the future of the empire.18th century Kashgar. Hidligh has only ever wanted safety and a full belly. On the street and living hand-to-mouth the beautiful young woman is rapidly running out of any option but prostitution. So when shes abducted by a Muslim noblewoman she has little choice but to agree to the deal shes offered: pose as a concubine to the Emperor of China and act as a spy.Reaching the Forbidden City and working hard to win over her eunuchs and the other concubines she succeeds in gaining the monarchs affections. But as her shadowy benefactor loses patience Hidligh finds herself entangled in a deadly web of vengeance and assassination.With the fate of the Qing Dynasty hanging in the balance is the Emperor right to fall in love with Hidligh? Or is his life in danger? And with secrets piling up around her and growing feelings for the Emperor is Hidligh in too deep?The Fragrant Concubine is the enthralling second book in the Forbidden City historical fiction series. Inspired by the mythology that grew up around a real woman if you enjoy romance suspense and a chance to see inside an extraordinary imperial court youll be gripped by Melissa Addeys absorbing novel. Meet one of Chinas most famous concubines. Buy The Fragrant Concubine today.