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A King's Trust

S.E. McPherson

The spare becomes the heir and, on his path to the throne, discovers magical intrigue, a secret society pulling political strings, and not one, but two loves of his life.

​Queer PolyAm Romance | Fantasy | Own-Voices Bi, AuDHD Rep

Royal/Guard | Enemies to Lovers | Found Family

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Praise for A King's Trust

"In her debut fantasy novel, McPherson delivers a thrilling and emotional story with remarkable worldbuilding. Readers will instantly connect with the genuinely kind but snarky Beau, as he remains true to himself and his morals, and loyal to the people he cares about. Elias and Lady Penamour are also intriguing and well-developed characters. The romantic buildup between Beau and Elias, and between Beau and Lady Penamour, is engaging and ultimately satisfying. The novel also offers strikingly sensitive and authentic representations of queer and trans characters, as well as polyamory. Family strife, intense battle scenes, and magic add interest to the palace intrigue. A compelling tale with well-drawn characters and beautifully executed LGBTQ+ romance."
--Kirkus Reviews (starred review)

"Tantalizing and dripping with tension—a slow-burn romantasy that explodes when things get hot. If you're able to withstand the tantalizing tension, the dripping ache and yearning for touch, you're going to absolutely devour the second half of this book. The slow-burn explodes into a fiery pace, glowing with powerful magic and blushing with orgasmic detail. If you like your romantasy spicy...you can't miss A King's Trust. Coast through the slow set-up—a tease—because it's building, it's coming. I promise. Both Elias and Lady Penamour are superior love interests and characters. McPherson has done a spectacular job with these characters—about as complex and likable as they come. A King's Trust is exactly the type of slow-burn romance you were hoping for." 
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Content & Trigger Warnings

  • Emotional Abuse

  • Suggestion of sexual assault (off-page)

  • Alcohol consumption & abuse

  • Depression

  • Self-harm

  • Blood & gore depiction

  • Scars

  • Grief & loss depiction

  • Knife, sword & axe violence

  • Poisoning

Ending Spoilers (for anxious readers)

Does this book have a happy ending? Yes!

Do any of the main characters die? Yes, but they're all alive at the end.

Who is the endgame? Beau, Penny, and Elias as a triad

Book Details

Author: S.E. McPherson

Publisher: Metaltail Press

Publishing Date: March 25, 2025

Hardcover

ISBN 9798992254303

Page Count: 360

Paperback

ISBN 9798992254310

Page Count: 382

Ebook

ISBN 9798992254327

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