The Blood King, Book 1 of the Brighton Duology
Logline
When Reina Torres joins Brighton's KEY program, she has no idea she's part of the King's darkest secrets to a long life and complacent kingdom.
Genre
Action, LGBT, Sci-Fi, Young Adult, Political,Dystopian
Short Summary
Reina joins the KEY program to better her country, despite knowing she'll have to hide her true identity. She never anticipated King Magnus taking a personal interest in her; the result causes her to stumble upon how he hasn’t aged in decades as she finds herself in the middle of a civil uprising.
Reina and Princess Helena fall in love, planning their escape. Friends are sacrificed in the process, while rebels help Reina and the Princess escape Brighton. The story ends on a cliffhanger as the rebel leader asks Reina if she's ready to start the revolution against King Magnus.
Setting
Dystopian - city very much like NY or DC
Based on a True Story
No
Plot - Premise
Rebellion Against 'The One'
Plot - Other Elements
Coming of Age
Mature Audience Themes
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Main Character Details
Name: Reina Torres
Age: 17
Gender: Female
Role: Protagonist
Key Traits: Sarcastic, Outspoken, Empathetic, Heroic, Aspiring, Confident, Educated, Leader, Selfless, Strong Moral Code, Secretive, Naive, Modest
Additional Character Details
Name: Princess Helena Brighton
Age: 17
Gender: Female
Role: Emotional
Key Traits: Modest, Decisive, Naive, Confident, Leader, Outspoken, Sophisticated, Charming, Gracious, Honorable, Romantic, Selfless, Beautiful, Educated, Strong Moral Code, Empathetic
Additional Character Details
Name: King Magnus Brighton
Age: 50
Gender: Male
Role: Antagonist
Key Traits: Narcissistic, Crazy, Aggressive, Greedy, Manipulative, Masculine, Villainous, Unapologetic, Visionary, Complex, Confident, Educated, Power-hungry
Additional Character Details
Name: Instructor Ford
Age: 60
Gender: Male
Role: Mentor
Key Traits: Complex, Educated, Modest, Strong Moral Code, Lone Wolf, Secretive, Decisive, Honorable, Leader, Masculine, Obedient, Patriotic
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