Kelly Scarborough – författare

Some play for power. She is playing for her life.At the glittering Swedish court, every smile conceals an ambition, every friendship comes with a price, and every whispered secret can destroy a dynasty.Countess Jacquette Gyldenstolpe has spent her life on the fringes of power. Shunned by society and overlooked by her own family, she knows better than to dream of a future beyond the role others have chosen for her.Then she falls in love with Prince Oscar, heir to the Swedish throne.As passion gives way to scandal, Jacquette is drawn deep into a world of royal rivalries, political intrigue and dangerous court games. Surrounded by enemies and trapped by expectations, she discovers that survival depends on far more than beauty or birth. One wrong move could cost her everything.But Jacquette is hiding a secret that threatens not only her future, but the future of the crown itself.Inspired by a remarkable true story, Butterfly Games sweeps readers into the lavish ballrooms and shadowed corridors of nineteenth-century Sweden, where love and ambition collide, and every choice carries a consequence.Perfect for readers of Philippa Gregory, Allison Pataki and Tracy Borman, this richly researched historical novel has captivated readers."A lush historical novel... bringing an unfamiliar chapter of Scandinavian history vividly to life." Goodreads reviewer"Very reminiscent of Philippa Gregory." Goodreads reviewer"A lovely glimpse into the Swedish royal court and the beginnings of the Bernadotte dynasty." Goodreads reviewer"An excellent work of historical fiction that delivers an engaging romance and memorable characters." Kirkus Reviews

I vissa lekar innebär vinst att man förlorar allt som betyder något.I början av 1800-talet förs den unga grevinnan Jacquette Gyldenstolpe in i det svenska hovets glamorösa men farliga värld. Bakom fasaderna pågår en maktkamp mellan kronprins Karl Johan och de sista gustavianerna, och varje felsteg kan kosta mer än rykte och ställning.När Jacquette förälskar sig i prins Oscar, arvtagare till den svenska tronen, dras hon in i ett förbjudet förhållande som hotar den nyetablerade Bernadotteätten. Men kärleken har ett pris, och snart bär Jacquette på en hemlighet som kan förändra både hennes liv och rikets framtid.Fjärilslekar är en historisk roman om passion, plikt och maktspel, baserad på verkliga personer och händelser. En bok i samma anda som Philippa Gregorys historiska romaner.