Sisi and Franz’s royal fairy-tale love story is getting another chapter.
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The looks sported by 19th-century fashion icon Sisi will make you drool.
Her empire. Her rules.
The crown’s heavy, and the pressure’s on.
While there's no shortage of turmoil in the royal court, one thing's consistent: Elisabeth's gorgeous clothes.
Presenting a teaser for the regal new series.
From Sisi to Princess Diana, the tragic lives of royal women are eternally captivating.
Read the first chapter of Gigi Griffis’ historical romance before the series debuts on Sept. 29.
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- While there's no shortage of turmoil in the royal court, one thing's consistent: Elisabeth's gorgeous clothes.
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One's Place in the WorldHelene and Elisabeth travel to meet Emperor Franz, who is expected to ask for Helene’s hand. At the party, he stuns everyone with a surprise decision.
The ArrivalElisabeth arrives in Vienna for her wedding. Soon enough she faces palace intrigue while Franz attempts to protect his country from going to war.
The WeddingElisabeth marries Franz, and the royal family gets a taste of her rising popularity. Sophie’s former lover attends the wedding and discovers a secret.
The HuntSophie and the council push for military action, but Franz refuses to engage. Elisabeth upsets the czar's son, leading to severe political consequences.
The ShoesMaximilian gathers support for an evil plan while Elisabeth's well-intended gesture backfires, leading her to befriend the dubious maid, Leontine.
The God Who Us Has Freedom SentElisabeth spends her time partying with Maximilian while Franz is desperate to reconcile with her. Leontine gets herself into a precarious situation.
Recaps
- Sisi and Franz’s royal fairy-tale love story is getting another chapter.
- Her empire. Her rules.
- The crown’s heavy, and the pressure’s on.
- The looks sported by 19th-century fashion icon Sisi will make you drool.
- While there's no shortage of turmoil in the royal court, one thing's consistent: Elisabeth's gorgeous clothes.
- From Sisi to Princess Diana, the tragic lives of royal women are eternally captivating.
- Read the first chapter of Gigi Griffis’ historical romance before the series debuts on Sept. 29.
Author Gigi Griffis explains the inspiration behind her companion novel to the new series.
- Presenting a teaser for the regal new series.
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