偽りのフレイヤ [Itsuwari no Freya / Prince Freya]

In Keiko Ishihara’s Prince Freya, a quiet village girl is thrust into a dangerous masquerade when she is forced to impersonate the slain prince of a threatened kingdom. This ongoing series from Hakusensha, launched in 2018, blends court intrigue, action, and a slow-burn romance as its heroine navigates a web of lies and political conspiracy. With 14 issues to date, Ishihara’s lush art and tense storytelling have made it a standout in the shojo fantasy genre.