02354cam a22003373u 4500 66851 UtSlPG 20260610134537.0 m cr n 260607r2021||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PR Grier, Sydney C., 1868-1933 The Prize Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2021 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier The Balkan Series II, 3. Release date is 2021-11-30 an anonymous Project Gutenberg volunteer "The Prize" by Sydney C. Grier is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The story is set in the Balkans and follows Danaë, the daughter of Prince Christodoridi, as she navigates the treacherous waters of family loyalty, power struggles, and romance amidst political intrigues involving her brother Romanos, who has become the Prince of Emathia. As the narrative unfolds, the themes of honor, betrayal, and the fight for female agency become evident. The opening of the story introduces a picturesque yet tumultuous world where Danaë and her sister, Angeliké, eavesdrop on their father's conversations, hinting at a looming conflict involving their half-brother. The girls' playful yet contentious relationship contrasts with their father's treacherous political dealings as he plots to reclaim power through questionable alliances. Danaë's adventures take a darker turn as she learns of impending dangers that threaten her brother's newly acquired status and opens up to the idea of infiltrating her brother's life to sabotage the Lady—his foreign wife who she views as a manipulative witch. The stage is set for a thrilling tale of loyalty and deception, centered around Danaë's quest to protect her family's honor and ensure her brother's wellbeing while seeking revenge against a perceived adversary. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified English fiction Pearse, Alfred, 1855-1933 The Balkan Series II, 3. https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/66851 107673 107673