Chosen: A Retelling of the Story Esther

Esme is a fighter.She fights to survive a plague.She fights to win a crown.And she will fight to save an entire population.Esme lives a quiet life in the shadow of the palace in Atelina, the capital of Geoline, with her adoptive father, Maurice. As a devoted God Follower, she's content-until King Levan's search for a new queen changes everything.When Queen Veva publicly defies the king, her removal throws the palace into chaos. To restore order, Levan invites women from across the nation to compete for the crown. Despite her cousin's warnings, Esme volunteers, drawn by the promise of adventure.But becoming queen is only the beginning. When Levan's advisor, Hesten, devises a deadly plan to destroy all God Followers, Esme must decide: remain silent and safe or risk everything to save her people and her faith.Chosen is a gripping retelling of Esther's story-a tale of courage, faith, and finding purpose in the face of impossible odds.