Villainess for the Devil
In the year 675th of the imperial calendar, the empress, known for her brawn and wits, died at the hands of her beloved emperor. However, she awoke ten years prior to her death and in the body of Marsella Ross.
Marsella Ross. A good-for-nothing bastard child of Marquess Ross. Lived in the outskirt of the capital with only her nanny, the empress, now in this body and had this identity as Marsella swore to live peacefully — away from the bloody path she had taken, away from the power struggle.
But is living peacefully possible when reality slapped her with the news of her sudden engagement with the Grand Duke?
The Grand Duke of Esmond, Luis Deviltooth Deamonne. A maniacal tyrant. Rumors have it bloodshed followed him like a shadow. He would murder nobles on a whim, and was said to have a heart as frigid as the cold north.
With a marriage plotted by the emperor to keep him under control, many assumed Marsella and Luis’ will disavow their engagement. But alas, it had the complete opposite effect to them. They looked forward to it.
A villainess for the devil.
Except:
“I now pronounce you, husband and wife! You may now kiss the bride!”
I turned and faced my groom, and he lifted my veil. Just like mine, the corner of his lips curled up devilishly as our eyes met. Red meets black.
“They say a confident smile is the most beautiful accessory a woman can wear, but I’d say your smirk is, my wife.” He mused in a low tone, eyes glinting mischievously.
“I beg to disagree, my husband.” A chuckle slipped past my lips as I quirked a brow. “A woman’s best accessory is a handsome man.”
“Handsome? You surely have an odd taste to say that.”
I closed my eyes as he leaned in, waiting for his lips against mine. “I do not have an odd taste. It was just that my taste is beyond fashion, my husband.”
Luis let out a low and soft chuckle before his lips touched mine, sealing this marriage with a kiss, and marking the beginning of our constant banter.
In most stories, marriage meant a happily ever after. But to them, it was just the beginning.
As their marriage progressed, secrets that lie in her blood slowly unveil, giving her an insatiable thirst that wasn't easily quenched. Could Luis accept his wife, who wasn't a normal human?
And with the threats to his life, could Marsella disregard the peaceful life she longed to protect her husband?
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It's well written, the intro is not too long. The characters are built perfectly, and the premise at once possible and simple. . I rarely read fantasy as well written as this one. I recommend it guys! I think I finally found a keeper for my library!
Loved it ❤️💕❤️💕❤️. The writing style is very cool. Story development is really nice. Character design is at its finest. Keep up the good work author! Kudos to you! Loved it!
The luxurious vocabulary and the syntax of the author's writing are what are really impressive! The storyline is common, but surely the author can weave it differently from how the other books are woven! Really tempting cover! An undiscovered gem! I rate it 5 stars because personally, I enjoyed my experience! I fall prey to books like these even though I am an author here! Best of luck!
So are chapters 1-17 the revised chapters? I am really enjoying Vera/ Marsella story line and hoping it contunes! Im a big fan of The Dukes Passion and looking forward to more from this author!
To be honest I really loved this book it started off very strong and it was developing well along the way but after the wedding nothing in the story makes sense. They switch the story like it just makes sense with out any explanation. They never go back to Luis and Marcella’s story not explain why it’s Vera and Luis now.
The banter between the characters is so much fun to read. The plot twist aren't frustrating "miscommunucation" type things but great surprises that keep you coming back for more of the story!
I only got to read the revised version (currently up to chapter 20 or so). Absolutely loving it so far: really entertaining characters. I love the non-conventional, asserive heroine! Please keep going! Can’t wait to see where this goes!
Reading the synopsis already pulled me in and made me want to read more. I'm always in for a good romance and revenge story (with transmigration/reincarnation?) and this is perfect. First of all the writing style is great. It's descriptive and beautiful (tho there were a few mistakes here and there, with some editing its easily taken care of-some typos and tenses mixed up) . Especially the MC's feelings were vibrantly conveyed and as a reader I could feel and experience everything the MC did. (Although my own preference, 1st POV takes a while to get used to). Also, I wanted to learn about the MC's past a bit later than have it all revealed in the first chapter, because it felt a bit of exposition (but who am I to talk?) I love the MC, she feels strong at the beginning but then more realistic. However, I am a bit surprised at her change from the first chapter to the later ones, while I do get that after she entered a new body and became confused, I still felt a bit down seeing the cliche of the female lead being weak in front the male lead. None of her strength is really seen, and I do hope the MC can use her powers again and not play along the whims of the ML (and focus on her revenge). The ML is more or less of the cliche overbearing and possessive type, although like MC mentioned he has many different sides which is interesting. Let's see how they develop as characters and their relationship. The story development is also well-done, not too slow or fast, and the world building also shows promise. Excited to see how powers/magic will play into everything, and how the world works. All in all, a very great and beautiful story, that is a pure gem not left to be unread!
To be honest, the starting was really great. The character of the female lead was what got me more and more interested. But I feel like after the wedding the story is getting more and more predictable and I don't feel that excitement anymore. Also with the character development, the female lead is losing her own charm, just becoming some typical female lead. Though I am still liking the plot twist.
loving the historical background of the novel . very well written. keep it up and I would just like to say the main lead is my favorite person .