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Marie Antoinette

Deus Ex Machina

Surprisingly, the person who comes to Versailles to save the royal marriage is Marie Antoinette’s brother, Joseph, who realizes he will have his work cut out if he’s going to unite the couple and save the Franco-Austrian alliance.

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Queen of Hearts

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

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The Ostrich

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

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Rebel Queen

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

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