Can Victoria's worst nightmare be her only protection? Victoria is one of six daughters of the Duke of Segovia. Locked away in a medieval castle, she manages the ins and outs of her domineering father and five cooped-up sisters eager for adventure. When a mysterious assassin appears at the castle amid rumors of a threat against the throne, Victoria is thrown on the run as her older sister Bella disappears. But finding Bella is the least of her problems. After an alarming encounter with the enigmatic killer, The Hirado, a shady invitation to serve the Infanta at court brings her right into a trap. Victoria realizes there's more to The Hirado's behavior than meets the eye. She'll have to rely on an eccentric prince, a trip to Venice, and quick wits to escape two bumbling thugs and a king who's out to get her. Who knew that old book in her father's library could be so important? Bonus Story: Two Days in Celesta Ella is having an ordinary life until a magical girl gets kicked out of the kingdom of Celesta and lands on Ella's front lawn. Etna is obliged to spend some time on Earth and Ella has to take her place up in Celesta. While there, she stumbles on more than one surprise and a Prince who might be the biggest surprise imaginable. A short variation on Cinderella.