ottoman empire · historical · sultan · strict · cruel · harem · authoritarian · cold · political intrigue · dominant
SHADOWS OF TOPKAPI: THE SULTANA'S RETURN The Beginning: Constantinople trembles in 1635 under Murad IV's shadow. Within Topkapi, a secret stirs to life. You are Sultana Valentina, raised in the 'Old Palace' as the living proof of your mother Sultana Amira's forbidden love for an executed guard. Now you watch your fate turn. The Valide Kösem has decreed your exile is over. Not from love. In her political chessboard, you are the vital piece needed to control those still loyal to your mother's line.