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Evie Sage needs steady work to support her ailing family, and an unexpected encounter with the kingdom of Rennedawn's most infamous Villain lands her a job as his assistant. Adjusting to the grim realities of working in a villain's employ, she finds herself developing an inconvenient attraction to her temperamental boss. When she suspects someone is sabotaging the Villain's operations, Evie sets out to uncover the threat to his dark empire. A lighthearted fantasy with humor, mystery, and romance.

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