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The Princess of Convenient Plot Devices, Vol. 1 (manga)

By Phil Christie and Mamecyoro Mamecyoro and Mitsuya Fuji and Kazusa Yoneda
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After reincarnating into her favourite BL novel, Maki—now Octavia—finds herself in the awkward position of being Prince Sirius's sister. As she navigates court politics and fan dreams, Octavia must confront expectations to secure the family line by giving up her firstborn child. Determined not to accept a political marriage, she embarks on a personal quest to find love on her own terms, inspired by her brother's journey to be with his beloved Sil.
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After reincarnating into her favourite BL novel, Maki (now Octavia) has the perfect opportunity to fangirl over her favourite fictional couple, Sil and Prince Sirius, in real life. Except she’s Sirius’s sister?!

If that isn’t awkward enough, she’s expected to give up her firstborn child to be their heir! But the new Octavia won’t settle for a political marriage just to produce a baby. Her brother overcame many obstacles to be with the man of his dreams, and Octavia is prepared to do the same! Of course, she actually has to find a guy first...

Immerse yourself in the unique journey of Octavia in The Princess of Convenient Plot Devices, Vol. 1 as she navigates love, family, and her unexpected new life.

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ISBN: 9781975348748

Publisher: Little, Brown & Company

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 21 February 2023

Country: United States

Imprint: Yen Press

Audience: General / adult, Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 14.0mm

Width: 126.0mm

Height: 188.0mm

Weight: 180g

Pages: 180

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