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Mouse has lived her life in the shadow of the Empress, bound to her as both her lady-in-waiting and her decoy. Sheltered by the confines of the court, she never understood just how fine a line separates safety from peril. But when she is suddenly confronted with the truth of her own identity, Mouse finds herself tangled in a web of treasonous plots, dark revelations, and closely guarded secrets. As she struggles to navigate the political landscape of an empire ripe for change, Mouse must decide for herself whether to keep playing the role of the dutiful handmaiden or choose another path, a path that may just as likely end in her death as her glory. The Blade That Cut the Mouse’s Tail is a story of alliances and betrayals, love and heartache, revenge and absolution. But above all, it is a story about finding the courage to do that which you never imagined possible and become the person you were meant to be. What to expect: The Blade is a character-driven slow burn that leans heavily on themes of personal identity, inner conflict, and strife. Romance and humor emerge as natural elements integral to the journey of the characters. Occasional mild language and minimal violence throughout.