Since childhood, eliana bernstein, also known as the "bibliophile princess," has always preferred spending time alone with books over people. however, as a member of the nobility, it's her duty to find a suitable partner. fortunately for her, crown prince christopher selkirk asherald offers an arrangement - he will safeguard her leisure time in exchange for eliana becoming his fiancée in name only. their years together are filled with joy as eliana learns to be more open to others. but eventually, the end comes. for someone who values books above people, ending their pretend relationship should not be a problem. however, as christopher grows closer to another girl, eliana realizes that she may not have been entirely indifferent to him after all.
Mushikaburi-hime has been published digitally in English as Bibliophile Princess by J-Novel Club since March 17, 2020.