<DIV><P><B>The dramatic conclusion to the shoujo trilogy by the author of <I>New York Times</I> bestseller <I>Alice in the Country of Clover</I></B></P></DIV><P><I>Crimson Empire: Circumstances to Serve a Noble</I> is a shoujo manga series by QuinRose, the creator of <I>Alice in the Country of Clover</I>. Simultaneous to the release of <I>Crimson Empire</I> Volume 3, Seven Seas will release the newest installment in the Alice series— <I>Alice Love Fables: Toy Box</I>—which includes a 30-page, never before published <I>Crimson Empire</I> story.<BR><BR>From the time she was sold into servitude as a young girl and told by a handsome demonic figure that she had a destiny to fulfill, Sheila’s childhood was anything but easy. After joining an assassins’ guild to undergo rigorous training, Sheila is later taken in by the dashing Prince Edvard to serve as both his housemaid and bodyguard.<BR><BR>As skillful as she is with a blade, Sheila hasn’t a clue when it comes to courtly romance. While she uses her talents to help Edvard win the throne, can she stave off the many admirers who vie for her heart?</P><P>