The Beauty and the Throne

by Sara Nicole

The most important thing Jonathan and Elise have in common is ambitious fathers who wish to see the two married. An arranged wedding later, Jonathan and Elise do not know what to do with each other. Adding to the complications, Jonathan is a prince. Between ruling his land of Aurelia, fending off the pressures laid on him by his father, and trying to navigate the uncharted waters of marriage, Jonathan finds himself the target of assassins.
Can Jonathan and Elise learn to love before their last chance is gone?

321 pages, ebook

First published August 11, 2014

Reviews

[Pene|ope • Temp Hyperfixation: WC & OMV · Rating 1 out of 5]

I don't think I have ever read something that felt so...clinical. Until now. There is no emotion to the story; just plain stating of facts and events surrounding the main characters. Furthermore, it's all told in third person which creates further detachment from the characters. Huge amounts of time are covered in just a sentence or two, while at other times it is unnecessarily detailed about things that don't really matter to the overall story. There are grammar errors, and even a few shifts in time.

I'm surprised at how far I got into the story (close to half way). I just kept thinking I was reading a prologue full of back story, and that the real story would start soon. I eventually had to put it down so I could find something else to read.

DNF

[Sarah · Rating 3 out of 5]

I decided to read this book because I needed a light read. This was a great idea, but had some flaws that could have been fixed by having some proofreaders. Parts of it were far to long and drawn out. Some of it felt to modern for the setting. And the father's of the story were referred to as loving, but they forced their children into a marriage so it didn't feel like they were loving.

On the upside it was a sweet story. I did like the main characters and even some of the situations that could have been bad were handled in a very godly manner.

Overall, I was not really impressed by this author, but I also wouldn't be quick to dismiss her either. I might be willing to try another of her books.

[Brandi Lemieux · Rating 3 out of 5]

I always felt one step removed from the characters. It also spanned a great amount of time with little substance.

[Stacey · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved the story! i gave a five star review but would have taken away one star for inconsistencies between the book setting and certain phrases and terminology used.

[Victoria · Rating 5 out of 5]

Is a great book to read forever and ever since the heart of a great book to read