Product DescriptionThe Accidental Empress is the fascinating and foundational story of this little-known?? yet highly significant empress?a must read for anyone interested in the sequel Sisi.
A New York Times bestseller?? The Accidental Empress is the love story of ??Sisi?? the Austro-Hungarian Empress and wife of Emperor Franz Joseph is ??captivating?? absorbing?? and beautifully told?? (Kathleen Grissom).
The year is 1853?? and the Habsburgs are Europe??s most powerful ruling family. With his empire stretching from Austria to Russia?? from Germany to Italy?? Emperor Franz Joseph is young?? rich?? and ready to marry.
Fifteen-year-old Elisabeth?? ??Sisi???? Duchess of Bavaria?? travels to the Habsburg Court with her older sister?? who is betroth