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The Slap

How will the newlywed Marie Antoinette react to Versailles with its ridiculous rules?

Rival Queens

Madame du Barry, the Favorite, sees the Dauphine as a rival for the King’s affections.

Pick a Princess

Antoinette’s escalating hostilities with du Barry threaten her relationship with the King.

Queen of France

When the King becomes seriously ill, succession suddenly becomes a reality.

Rebel Queen

Louis may now be King, but Marie Antoinette is determined to launch her reign as Queen.

Deus Ex Machina

Marie Antoinette’s brother, Joseph, works to save the Franco-Austrian nuptial alliance.

The Ostrich

Pregnant Marie Antoinette’s reputation is attacked. Louis demands a full investigation.

Queen of Hearts

Louis becomes increasingly confident. Marie Antoinette is enamored by a familiar face.

About Marie Antoinette

Marie Antoinette is just a teenager when she leaves Austria to marry the Dauphin of France. At Versailles, under the complex rules of the French court, she suffers from not being able to live her life the way she wants, under pressure to continue the Bourbon line and secure the Franco-Austrian alliance.

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