The Green-Eyed Queen

by Morgan Teal

They took the wrong woman.
Vinya’s journey to visit her grandmother is cut short when Byonean guards block her path and escort her to the palace. Upon arrival, she's forced into an engagement to a withdrawn crown prince in order to fulfill a treaty that could save their kingdom.
There's just one problem: She's not who they think she is.
Escape should be simple—keep her head down, find a way out. But the longer Vinya stays inside the palace walls, the deeper she's pulled into a dangerous web of court secrets and betrayals, and the freedom that she's fighting for might cost Vinya something far more terrifying than her life.
It could cost her heart.

339 pages, Kindle Edition

Published December 13, 2025

About the author

Morgan lives in Mobile, Alabama with her two children and four cats. When she's not writing or reading, she is drawing and crafting. She hopes to visit South Korea one day, but must be content with visiting other worlds in books for now.

Reviews

[NOÉMI · Rating 5 out of 5]

This debut novel is hands down one of the best that I have read and the author should be very proud of the beautiful novel that she wrote! It was gripping, it was powerful, the story was so deep and felt by me, I was moved. I will definitely continue following this author’s journey in hopes to read more of her future novels! I highly recommend reading this book if you love eastern historical vibes, arranged marriages, and just really, really good writing.

Happy reading!

[Heather H · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is quite possibly the most beautiful fantasy I have read. The world-building was so well done that I could easily picture each enchanting scene. The story flowed well. The romance builds slowly and leaves you wondering which prince her heart will land with.
And whatever you do, don’t skip the “what’s next”, because it’s something I haven’t seen done before and am very excited for.

Beautiful World
Arranged Marriage
Captive + Royalty
Three Princes
Court Secrets
Secret Identity
Betrayal

[Tanya Bosarge · Rating 5 out of 5]

Morgan's debut novel is enchanting enough to read in one sitting. It'll stir up all the emotions as it progresses... I definitely giggled more than once, and I may have even shed a tear.
Since this is Book 1 of a series, I'm now eagerly awaiting Book 2.
She's on her way to become a favorited author of avid readers!

[Amanda Ezell · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was beautiful, exciting, and enchanting. It was so easy to imagine the scenery, as if you were there experiencing it along with the characters. I loved the the surprise twists and turns of the book. I can't wait for book 2!