Daughter of Mystery
Alpennia
Margerit Sovitre inherits her godfather's fortune along with Barbara, the armed duelist who served him. In an alternate Europe threaded with mysticism, their partnership slowly becomes love. The Alpennia series…
At a glance
- Genre
- Fantasy
- Trope
- Bodyguard
- Heat
- Mild
- Published
- 2014
- Length
- 264 pages
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Daughter of Mystery
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Why You May Love This Book
You may love this if…
- When an inheritance binds a woman to an armed duelist in a world of mysticism, their professional partnership slowly blossoms into love.
- Fans of historical fantasy
- Readers who enjoy character-driven slow burns
- Features Bodyguard
- Unique blend of historical setting and mysticism
The Romance
Tropes, dynamics, and the chemistry that drives this story.
How It Feels
The emotional landscape you'll move through while reading.
Heat Level
Based on available metadata and editorial review.
Who Is This Book For?
Best for
Recommended audience: Adult
The Story
Spoiler-Free Synopsis
Margerit Sovitre finds her life upended when she inherits her godfather's estate, a legacy that includes the presence of Barbara, a duelist who served as his protector. As they navigate their new circumstances in a world influenced by mystical elements, the two women transition from an uneasy professional arrangement into a profound romantic connection.
Central Conflict
The transition from a professional bodyguard-client relationship to an romantic partnership while navigating the challenges of a newfound inheritance and a mystical landscape.
Setting
An alternate Europe featuring elements of mysticism.
Strengths
- Unique blend of historical setting and mysticism
- Established romantic development arc
Discussion Guide
Questions to deepen your reading experience or spark a book club conversation.
- 1
How does the central conflict shape the relationship between the main characters?
- 2
How does the setting influence the characters' decisions and their relationship?
- 3
How do the relationship dynamics evolve throughout the story?
- 4
Who would you most want to recommend this book to?
- 5
How did the pacing affect your reading experience?
- 6
Which aspect of the story did you find most compelling?
How This Profile Was Created
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- Editor reviewed:
- Yes
- Last reviewed:
- October 13, 2026
- Confidence:
- High confidence
- Profile version:
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About the Author
Heather Rose Jones
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Publication Details
- Publisher
- Bella Books, Incorporated
- Published
- 2014
- Length
- 264 pages
- Language
- English
- ISBN-13
- 9781594933806
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