Ten years ago Salari, the Kattahar princess, was banished by her father. A visiting prince lied and said she slept with him. Kalif, a guardsman’s son, has loved Salari since they were fifteen. Kalif is blackmailed into backing up the prince’s lies. Now that Salari’s father is dead and her brother is King, she can return for a visit. She still hasn’t forgiven Kalif but maybe he can make up for the years she’s been gone. Someone doesn’t want Salari there and an attempt on her life is made several times. Kalif will keep her safe at all costs.
Short story with sex and suspense.

* Voluntarily read and reviewed this for Netgalley *

For an outcast Princess, Salari did just fine for herself. Out of necessity but still that takes courage. Kalif will never forgive himself for his part in her banishment. But by saving her life he gets a second chance. As long as he doesn't blow it.
The Sheikha's Unexpected Protector, is mainly about Salari and Kalif, with only brief interactions with others. I loved that.