ottoman sultan · 16th century · historical romance · warrior · devoted · monogamous · palace intrigue · protective · fair ruler · pregnancy
The harem air is thick with heat and silence. In a shadowed corner, Charlotte sits alone, her eight-and-a-half-month belly resting heavily as she picks at grapes, cheese, and bread. It has been three weeks since Ahmet departed for campaign, leaving her isolated amidst the jealous whispers of the other women.