The Empress A Novel
The Empress by Gigi Griffis, published by Zando in 2022, is a media tie-in edition comprising 320 pages in English. This novel presents a vivid narrative set in 1853, focusing on Princess Elisabeth “Sisi” of Bavaria, who yearns for a love that transcends societal expectations. As her sister prepares to marry Emperor Franz of Austria, Sisi grapples with the constraints of royal life and her desire for genuine connection.
Readers will find a captivating exploration of love and identity as Sisi navigates her world, which is marked by the pressures of duty and the longing for personal freedom. The story unfolds against a backdrop of historical events, including an assassination attempt on the emperor, which adds layers to the characters’ motivations. As Sisi and Franz’s paths cross in the palace gardens, their bond challenges the norms of their time, leading them to confront their families’ expectations and their own beliefs. This edition offers a fresh perspective on themes of romance and feminism within a historical context.
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“Sumptuous . . . Nothing in this story disappoints.” ―Publishers Weekly
“A fresh, fast-paced take on a legendary woman.” ―Evie Dunmore, USA Today bestselling author of Bringing Down the Duke
As seen on Netflix, The Empress is a captivating, vivid, and remarkably modern tale about falling in love and finding one’s voice.
The year is 1853, and Princess Elisabeth “Sisi” of Bavaria has been very clear: She will wait for the head-over-heels love the poets speak of, or she will have no love at all. Just because her older sister, Helene, is eagerly heeding their mother’s advice and preparing to marry Emperor Franz of Austria does not mean Sisi must also subject herself to such a dutiful existence. Sisi knows there is more to life than luncheons and corsets―if only someone would let her experience it all firsthand.
Meanwhile, in Austria, the emperor is recovering from an assassination attempt that left him wounded and scared. In a bid to keep the peace, Franz has recommitted himself to his imperial duties―and promised to romance the pliant Helene of Bavaria at his upcoming birthday celebration. How better to unite the empire than with the announcement of a new empress?
But when Sisi and Franz meet unexpectedly in the palace gardens, away from the prying eyes and relentless critique of the court, their connection cannot be denied. And as their illicit conversations turn into something more, they must soon choose between the expectations of their families and standing up for what they truly believe in . . .
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