In the castle at the heart of battle-scarred Elysia, Tessa Serafina di Acampora faces her wedding to Duka Yosef. She's spent years building herself into a strategic advisor invaluable to the ailing leader of the nation, becoming a woman the world won't forget. The betrothal should be a boon, a promise of the good life. But she can't stop thinking of the other beautiful ladies of the court... Prema Nyssa, hero of Elysia who just ended their long war with Ermandi, finds herself dragged to Casteli Valoria to reap the rewards. After the relative freedom of the battlefield, she bucks against the firm constraints of noble life and struggles to find her footing in the wake of all she's lost. When a sinister conspiracy threatens the stability of the kingdom and forces them together, Serafina and Nyssa must navigate a web of political lies and the sparks between them. Not that either knows whether the sparks come from their clash of personalities or the chemistry they can't acknowledge with the eyes of the court on them. In the end, Serafina and Nyssa must decide if those sparks are worth the ultimate sacrifice. Will love win the day, or will the forces allied against them prevail? Find echoes of lush Renaissance Italy in this forbidden romance, filled with passionate encounters and tender moments. Hearts of Valor and Elegance is a captivating tale of courage, love, and resilience. Perfect for fans of period dramas and epic romances, this novel will sweep you off your feet and leave you yearning for more. Dive into a world of opulence, intrigue, and unspeakable love.