Marie has never been known as a beauty. She's tall as a man, has unruly red hair, and only ever wears rags. She could never hope to find true love in such a state. But when she's sent to Kyros Granado's estate to replace her late sister, his former fiancee, Marie finds herself warmly welcomed into the count's home--and the gentle count even asks her to become his new fiancee! Finally, her days of being treated like a lowly servant are over and the future looks bright.But when a disturbing ...

Marie has always been an afterthought. Her parents treat her like a servant, and her flawless older sister, Anastasia, is the family's shining star. Even at Marie's own birthday party, all eyes are on Anastasia--so much so that no one notices when Marie sneaks away.But in the quiet of the evening, she has a chance encounter with a captivating man with striking green eyes: Count Kyros. Their brief meeting feels like a dream... until reality comes crashing back. Soon after, a marriage propos...

Marie was never meant to shine. Though she's a baron's daughter, she's treated like a servant in her own home--especially compared to her glamorous sister, Anastasia. Even on Marie's birthday, the spotlight is stolen, as the family uses the party to parade Anastasia before potential suitors. But when the dashing Count Kyros accidentally stumbles upon Marie--ragged clothes and all--he's instantly taken with her. Sparks fly... until a mix-up leads him to propose to the wrong sister! Can Mari...

She may be betrothed to the rich and handsome Count Kyros, but that doesn't mean an end to Marie's woes. While she was born the daughter of a baron, life at the count's mansion is a deluge of unexpected luxuries--lavish meals, fine dresses, and handmaids to tend to her every whim. Yet they each come with new challenges, and when she becomes the target of her noble handmaids' gossip, Marie finds herself split between her former and current lives. Is freedom to live a happy life really too m...

A woman who's lived her life in the shadow of her sister must suddenly take her place after a tragic accident--but her life is about to get way more complicated. Manga also from Seven Seas--and don't miss the anime!Marie has always been an afterthought. Her parents treat her like a servant, and her flawless older sister, Anastasia, is the family's shining star. Even at Marie's own birthday party, all eyes are on Anastasia--so much so that no one notices when Marie ...

Having been invited to attend a ceremony at the royal knights' headquarters, Marie is suddenly thrust into public life, where she's quickly scrutinized by Count Kyros's friend, Prince Louisphon. With comments about her appearance and her lack of noble manners, it's an all too common occurrence within Marie's life. However, when the count draws his blade to defend hisfiancee's honor, the matter quickly becomes one for the arena. Will a duel be what it takes to turn this political marriage i...

Marie is now living a life she's only ever dreamed of. Thanks to the love of Kyros, the richest man in the kingdom, she's becoming stronger and more confident every day. And now that they're engaged, the lovebirds are ready to get married.But there's just one hitch: They haven't been granted permission! But why? Could it have something to do with the princess of the Dilts Kingdom, who wants Kyros for herself?