The Heiress. The Chrysanthemum Chronicles, #1

She is the heiress to a millennia-old galactic empire. But her true passion is not the throne, but machines. Princess Rami no Kimi never wanted to rule. While the court expected her to master the art of the tea ceremony and calligraphy, she secretly spent hours in her laboratory, creating revolutionary technologies capable of changing the future of warfare. To her, the gilded cage of palace life was a prison, and her only dream was the freedom to create.
But as she dreamed of inventions, a storm of betrayal was gathering in the shadows of the Empire. The ruthless Shogun Koriyama, a hero from the past and a hidden enemy in the present, was weaving a web of intrigue that threatened to shatter everything her father had built. When Rami accidentally intercepts an encoded message, she realizes the threat is far deeper and more dangerous than anyone suspected.
The official channels are compromised, and trust is a luxury no one can afford. Forced to abandon her gilded cage, Rami must transform from a brilliant inventor into the commander of a secret resistance force. Alongside her loyal samurai guardian, who embodies ancient honor, and her genius pilot friend, who doesn't believe in rules, she leads a desperate battle in the shadows. Her weapon is not the sword, but her mind.
Her battlefield is a network of data, espionage, and lethal technology. Can one woman's genius outwit an ancient conspiracy fueled by ambition and a thirst for power? And what is the price of victory when every decision could cost the lives of thousands?An epic blend of ancient tradition and futuristic warfare, The Heiress is the first book in the Chrysanthemum Chronicles. Perfect for fans of galactic empires, intricate political intrigue, and breathtaking space battles.
If you love heroines who forge their own destiny, you won't be able to put down Crispin Thorn's captivating saga. Grab your copy today and immerse yourself in a saga of honor, betrayal, and the future of the stars!