In “A Bride for His Majesty’s Pleasure,” Penny Jordan and Keiko Kishimoto explore the story of Fortenegro, a tiny island country in the Aegis Sea. Ionanthe, the daughter of the kingdom’s Crown Prince Max, is a ruthless ruler who plans to bring change to his country only after his new bride has arrived as payment for the debt he is owed.
The story revolves around Ionanthe, who must pay the price for her sister’s mistake and leave her freedom at the castle doors. Ancient laws demand an eye for an eye, and she must pay the price for her sister’s mistake. The ruthless ruler and his virgin queen are portrayed as trembling with the fragility of a new spring bud, and Ionanthe is given as penance for her actions.
The story also touches on the concept of masochistic dog gods, who can transform based on how much pleasure they feel. Livy demands a Rain princess for his bride, and the manga explores the themes of love, justice, and the consequences of a ruthless ruler.
In conclusion, “A Bride for His Majesty’s Pleasure” by Penny Jordan and Keiko Kishimoto is a captivating and thought-provoking novel that explores themes of love, justice, and the consequences of a ruthless ruler.
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