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Royal Attraction
Alexandra Ryans’s life has been anything but normal. Some might even call it a fairy tale. As the daughter of the former U.S. ambassador to England, she grew up within the palace walls, best friends with the three young princes. Adored by the press and the British people. What more could a girl want?If only the press knew the real story behind her relationships with the Dudley boys. Then, they’d really sell some papers.Oliver Dudley, youngest son and third in line for the throne, loves everything about his life. But while the world thinks he has everything he wants, there’s one thing he was never able to call his own—the beautiful and spunky American Aly Ryans. But how can he convince her when she hates everything about his life? And what is he willing to give up to get her?
252 pages, Kindle Edition
First published September 18, 2017
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Tiffany Truitt
8 books322 followersTiffany Truitt was born in Peoria, Illinois. A self-proclaimed Navy brat, Tiffany spent most of her childhood living in Virginia, but don’t call her a Southerner. She also spent a few years living in Cuba. Since her time on the island of one McDonalds and Banana Rats (don't ask), she has been obsessed with traveling. Tiffany recently added China to her list of travels (hello inspiration for a new book).
Besides traveling, Tiffany has always been an avid reader. The earliest books she remembers reading belong to The Little House on the Prairie Series. First book she read in one day? Little Woman (5th grade). First author she fell in love with? Jane Austen in middle school. Tiffany spent most of her high school and college career as a literary snob. She refused to read anything considered "low brow" or outside the "classics."
Tiffany began teaching middle school in 2006. Her students introduced her to the wide, wonderful world of Young Adult literature. Today, Tiffany embraces popular Young Adult literature and uses it in her classroom. She currently teaches the following novels: The Outsiders, Speak, Night, Dystopian Literature Circles: The Hunger Games, The Giver, The Uglies, and Matched.
Besides traveling, Tiffany has always been an avid reader. The earliest books she remembers reading belong to The Little House on the Prairie Series. First book she read in one day? Little Woman (5th grade). First author she fell in love with? Jane Austen in middle school. Tiffany spent most of her high school and college career as a literary snob. She refused to read anything considered "low brow" or outside the "classics."
Tiffany began teaching middle school in 2006. Her students introduced her to the wide, wonderful world of Young Adult literature. Today, Tiffany embraces popular Young Adult literature and uses it in her classroom. She currently teaches the following novels: The Outsiders, Speak, Night, Dystopian Literature Circles: The Hunger Games, The Giver, The Uglies, and Matched.
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September 16, 2017
Royal Attraction is the first book I’ve read by Tiffany Truitt. And I fell in love with it. I chose it because I was excited about a royal romance. It’s a trope I really enjoy. Plus, something about the cover just called to me. It’s the best gamble I’ve ever taken because the book was so fantastic!
Alexandra Ryans or Aly, is the daughter of the former American ambassador to England. After the death of her mother and the death of the King’s wife, Aly and her father moved into the Royal Castle. She literally grew up with the three royal sons. They were her best friends, her partners in crime, her constant companions. Aiden is first in line to the throne, the studious Freddie second, and the jokester or wild card of the three, Oliver, third in line. Aly hates being in the spot light, hates being the focus of the press. The only time she is truly comfortable is when she is in motion. Aly is an athlete and she excels at it. Especially the British sport of futball.
Three years ago something happened which changed everything. It ruined everything. And Aly ran. It also opened her eyes to the one brother that she truly loved, had always loved. She just never realized it. Now, Freddie is getting married, and Aly is forced to return to England. While she was gone, she made some poor choices and is coming back embarrassed. She is no good for the Dudley brothers, her reputation is tarnished. So she would attend the wedding, spend time with her father, then leave. It’s what she had to do.
“They never tell you what happens to the girls the prince doesn't pick in the fairy tales. All the girls he danced with and made hope. What happens to all the girls the glass slipper just didn't fit?”
Ollie Dudley was always the fun one of the three brothers. As they grew older and Aiden was being prepared for his future role as next in line for the throne, Ollie didn’t mind giving the press something to talk about with his antics. He was constantly in the tabloids. It’s been three years since Aly left, three years that he has felt lost. Even if it’s just as his friend, he wants his Aly back, his best friend, the only woman he’s ever loved.
“No, Ollie. I’m embarrassed when I think back to those days, but not because I wish it was him in this room with me. I blush because of all the time I wasted. How foolish I was to not realize it was always you. You who always made it so easy to be me.”
As Ollie and Aly try to find their way to each other, the press is ready. They dredge up both untrue statements and also, some that are true. Things that Aly didn’t want to tarnish this special time for Freddie and his fiance. Things she didn’t want to tarnish the Royal Family. It’s just a reminder that she doesn’t belong here. That she’s a commoner. That she is no good for any of the Dudley brothers.
I just fell in love with this book, with Oliver and Alexandra. With all of the characters, really. There were so many heartbreaking moments as Aly and the Dudley brothers struggled for their places in life, where they truly belonged. And there were so many sweet moments as well. I loved that they were the Royal Family of England instead of a made up country. It just made it all the more believable. And I loved that the issues they dealt with were so true to real life, the paparazzi, the tabloids, friends who can’t be trusted. This book was just a wonderful read. I loved it and I hope that you do as well.
“You make everyone better at anything they do, Ryans. You see greatness in even the most inadequate of people and inspire them to believe in it themselves.”
Alexandra Ryans or Aly, is the daughter of the former American ambassador to England. After the death of her mother and the death of the King’s wife, Aly and her father moved into the Royal Castle. She literally grew up with the three royal sons. They were her best friends, her partners in crime, her constant companions. Aiden is first in line to the throne, the studious Freddie second, and the jokester or wild card of the three, Oliver, third in line. Aly hates being in the spot light, hates being the focus of the press. The only time she is truly comfortable is when she is in motion. Aly is an athlete and she excels at it. Especially the British sport of futball.
Three years ago something happened which changed everything. It ruined everything. And Aly ran. It also opened her eyes to the one brother that she truly loved, had always loved. She just never realized it. Now, Freddie is getting married, and Aly is forced to return to England. While she was gone, she made some poor choices and is coming back embarrassed. She is no good for the Dudley brothers, her reputation is tarnished. So she would attend the wedding, spend time with her father, then leave. It’s what she had to do.
“They never tell you what happens to the girls the prince doesn't pick in the fairy tales. All the girls he danced with and made hope. What happens to all the girls the glass slipper just didn't fit?”
Ollie Dudley was always the fun one of the three brothers. As they grew older and Aiden was being prepared for his future role as next in line for the throne, Ollie didn’t mind giving the press something to talk about with his antics. He was constantly in the tabloids. It’s been three years since Aly left, three years that he has felt lost. Even if it’s just as his friend, he wants his Aly back, his best friend, the only woman he’s ever loved.
“No, Ollie. I’m embarrassed when I think back to those days, but not because I wish it was him in this room with me. I blush because of all the time I wasted. How foolish I was to not realize it was always you. You who always made it so easy to be me.”
As Ollie and Aly try to find their way to each other, the press is ready. They dredge up both untrue statements and also, some that are true. Things that Aly didn’t want to tarnish this special time for Freddie and his fiance. Things she didn’t want to tarnish the Royal Family. It’s just a reminder that she doesn’t belong here. That she’s a commoner. That she is no good for any of the Dudley brothers.
I just fell in love with this book, with Oliver and Alexandra. With all of the characters, really. There were so many heartbreaking moments as Aly and the Dudley brothers struggled for their places in life, where they truly belonged. And there were so many sweet moments as well. I loved that they were the Royal Family of England instead of a made up country. It just made it all the more believable. And I loved that the issues they dealt with were so true to real life, the paparazzi, the tabloids, friends who can’t be trusted. This book was just a wonderful read. I loved it and I hope that you do as well.
“You make everyone better at anything they do, Ryans. You see greatness in even the most inadequate of people and inspire them to believe in it themselves.”
September 18, 2017
3.5 “Rebel Royal” Stars
ARC via NetGalley.
Thank you, Entangled (Embrace)!
This was a fun read, and a lot less "triangly" (I know that's not a word) than I thought.
I went into this book thinking I'd get a royal love triangle, and while there were some flashback scenes that showed a little of that, the scenes set in the present made it clear that the focus of the romance were Alexandra and Oliver.
The story starts with Alexandra, an American girl raised with the British royal family due to her father's friendship with the King, returning to England for a royal wedding. It's clear early on that she had feelings for two of the King's sons and that caused enough trouble between the brothers that she "ran away" to America.
For me, Alexandra was likable and relatable, despite being super rich and having been raised among royals. I liked that she was into sports (soccer fan here!) and wasn't interested in exposing her life to the media. Her voice was fun and young, and her reasons for staying away from the people she loved seemed valid enough.
Like I said, there are a lot of flashback scenes that showed Alexandra's friendship with the boys and how she began to develop feelings for them. I'm usually not a fan of this going back and forth thing, but it didn't bother me here. I actually liked seeing more of how Alexandra went from dreaming about the older brother (the one who would one day become King) to falling for Oliver, the youngest prince, who also happened to be the one mostly liked to embarass the British crown.
While Alexandra was a little more Pippa Middleton than Kate, Oliver was a lot like Prince Harry in his more troublesome years. The third in the line for the throne, Oliver didn't care too much about ruling, so he focused his energy on being the one the media wrote and talked about (we later learn he has good reasons for acting that way). For me, that made him more interesting, because he knew how to shake things up and make them more fun.
In fact, one of the things I enjoyed most about this story was how it made the "less princely" guy the love interest. He wasn't as well-behaved or serious as his older brother, or as smart as the one getting married, but Oliver had a lot going for him and it was obvious he was the right guy for Alexandra.
I also liked seeing a little bit of the friends to lovers trope I love so much, especially in the flashbacks. I was rooting for Oliver and Alexandra to end up together from the very start and I was happy to get that happy ending.
September 7, 2017
MY RATING: 5/5
I was provided an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
Where do I start with how amazing this book this was?
While I confess that I have a weird infatuation and love for the Royal Family (hello, Kate Middleton!), I'm obsessed with books about royalty as well. Enter Royal Attraction with characters like the womanizer, Oliver Dudley, and the misguided, Aly Ryans. Both have grown up together as best friends behind the palace doors. While Aly loved or adored, Oliver's older and much more responsible brother, Aiden, Oliver was secretly falling in love with Aly as the years pass by. When one night spent together forces Aly and Oliver to confront their feelings for each other, Aly decides to flee, opting for the easier solution to things. After all, running away is easier than trying to figure out what feelings they have for each other.
What I absolutely loved about this book was the flashbacks. The flashbacks were told in such a compelling way that it made the story so much juicer than it was. What happened that night? Did Aiden share the same feelings? Is Oliver lying? Is he a jerk just like what the media paints him as?
Now, let's talk about the characters. Both Oliver and Aly are very similar. They're both very stubborn. Once Oliver's mind is set on something, he's not going to back down from it. If it means that he's going to try his best to convince Aly, he's the one right for her, he's not going to stop the next chapter. Next, we have Aly. She's stubborn and doesn't like to confront her feelings. It got pretty frustrating at one point because she kept running away from Oliver and it was just like can you please just try to hear him out! For once! Please! Just talk it out!
Aside from Oliver and Aly, I fell in love with all the characters involved especially, Aiden and Oliver's brother, Freddie, and his fiance, Sophie. Freddie and Sophie were so adorable with each other. I swooned every time they interacted. In fact, I was so convinced that Freddie and Sophie had their own story together so I was actually ready to search and download as soon as I finished but was severely disappointed when Tiffany Truitt told me that there was actually no series???? My heart broke. I want to read how Freddie and Sophie reached their happiness. I want to read how Aiden finds his happiness. I just want my babies to be happy.
MY RECOMMENDATION:
READ IT RIGHT NOW WHAT ARE YOU DOING WITH YOUR LIFE IF YOU'RE NOT READING THIS BOOK????
I was provided an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
Where do I start with how amazing this book this was?
While I confess that I have a weird infatuation and love for the Royal Family (hello, Kate Middleton!), I'm obsessed with books about royalty as well. Enter Royal Attraction with characters like the womanizer, Oliver Dudley, and the misguided, Aly Ryans. Both have grown up together as best friends behind the palace doors. While Aly loved or adored, Oliver's older and much more responsible brother, Aiden, Oliver was secretly falling in love with Aly as the years pass by. When one night spent together forces Aly and Oliver to confront their feelings for each other, Aly decides to flee, opting for the easier solution to things. After all, running away is easier than trying to figure out what feelings they have for each other.
What I absolutely loved about this book was the flashbacks. The flashbacks were told in such a compelling way that it made the story so much juicer than it was. What happened that night? Did Aiden share the same feelings? Is Oliver lying? Is he a jerk just like what the media paints him as?
Now, let's talk about the characters. Both Oliver and Aly are very similar. They're both very stubborn. Once Oliver's mind is set on something, he's not going to back down from it. If it means that he's going to try his best to convince Aly, he's the one right for her, he's not going to stop the next chapter. Next, we have Aly. She's stubborn and doesn't like to confront her feelings. It got pretty frustrating at one point because she kept running away from Oliver and it was just like can you please just try to hear him out! For once! Please! Just talk it out!
Aside from Oliver and Aly, I fell in love with all the characters involved especially, Aiden and Oliver's brother, Freddie, and his fiance, Sophie. Freddie and Sophie were so adorable with each other. I swooned every time they interacted. In fact, I was so convinced that Freddie and Sophie had their own story together so I was actually ready to search and download as soon as I finished but was severely disappointed when Tiffany Truitt told me that there was actually no series???? My heart broke. I want to read how Freddie and Sophie reached their happiness. I want to read how Aiden finds his happiness. I just want my babies to be happy.
MY RECOMMENDATION:
READ IT RIGHT NOW WHAT ARE YOU DOING WITH YOUR LIFE IF YOU'RE NOT READING THIS BOOK????
November 10, 2017
Royal Attraction
Tiffany Truitt
4⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Super sweet happily ever after royalty romance. Every girls dream is to marry a prince and become a princess. Alexandra grows up in the palace with 3 princes. And who wouldn't want 2 princes to fight over you. Who will Alexandra choose?
Great read by Tiffany Truitt. I look forward to reading more of her books in the future.
Thanks NetGalley for the arc in exchange for my honest review.
Tiffany Truitt
4⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Super sweet happily ever after royalty romance. Every girls dream is to marry a prince and become a princess. Alexandra grows up in the palace with 3 princes. And who wouldn't want 2 princes to fight over you. Who will Alexandra choose?
Great read by Tiffany Truitt. I look forward to reading more of her books in the future.
Thanks NetGalley for the arc in exchange for my honest review.
September 16, 2017
Ideal for anyone wanting to escape from reality into a modern day royal fairy tale romance!
Alexander Ryans has been brought up for most of her life living with the British Royal family where her Dad works as an advisor to the King after previously being the American Ambassador. She’s grown up with the three Princes, having her first crush on the eldest son, Aiden, but having Oliver, the youngest son, as her best friend and the one who both supports and challenges her most. At the start of the story, the reader is unaware of the reasons why Alexander (aka Aly or Ryans) left the palace to return to her American homeland. She is now returning to attend the royal wedding of the middle prince, Freddie, to the delightful Sophie. Aly has stayed away from the palace for years and is reluctant to return, especially after having problems in College that she doesn’t want to impact on anyone in the royal household. She only does so after being encouraged to do so by ‘Santa’, who has other roles within the story!
Well written, the story has great characters, plenty of turmoil and twists and turns. The pressures of the press, expectations and so much more are explored through the story which is also packed with wit and humour, making it an enjoyable read and a delightful one to lighten your mood and have you laughing. I hope the author is write another similar story for the only unattached Prince and definitely hope to read that if she does!
I requested and was given a copy of this book via NetGalley and this is my honest opinion after choosing to read it.
Alexander Ryans has been brought up for most of her life living with the British Royal family where her Dad works as an advisor to the King after previously being the American Ambassador. She’s grown up with the three Princes, having her first crush on the eldest son, Aiden, but having Oliver, the youngest son, as her best friend and the one who both supports and challenges her most. At the start of the story, the reader is unaware of the reasons why Alexander (aka Aly or Ryans) left the palace to return to her American homeland. She is now returning to attend the royal wedding of the middle prince, Freddie, to the delightful Sophie. Aly has stayed away from the palace for years and is reluctant to return, especially after having problems in College that she doesn’t want to impact on anyone in the royal household. She only does so after being encouraged to do so by ‘Santa’, who has other roles within the story!
Well written, the story has great characters, plenty of turmoil and twists and turns. The pressures of the press, expectations and so much more are explored through the story which is also packed with wit and humour, making it an enjoyable read and a delightful one to lighten your mood and have you laughing. I hope the author is write another similar story for the only unattached Prince and definitely hope to read that if she does!
I requested and was given a copy of this book via NetGalley and this is my honest opinion after choosing to read it.
May 19, 2021
Un libro meh que seguramente olvidaré que leí.
October 11, 2017
Royal Attraction is a cute royal read. It's a bit angsty, and a bit all over the place, but generally engaging with a great all around cast.
Alexandra grew up in the palace. THE palace, the one in the UK, with the three princes. She was their best friend, and their fathers were friends, but she always had a secret crush on one, well, two, of them - Aiden, next in line to the crown, and somehow Ollie, third in line, too. Something happened, though, that caused Aly to run. Now, years later, Freddie, the middle prince, is getting married, so Aly has been summoned back to the palace for his wedding. She can't not go, so off she goes to jolly old England, to see Freddie get married, and to face her demons. But, she's not going back the same girl she was when she left. In the time she's been gone, she's made a lot of disappointing mistakes, and Aly knows even more so now, that she's not fit company for the three princes. But, when you're summoned to the palace, you go, whether you want to or not.
Watching Aly and Ollie fall back into love was sweet, and cute, angsty and a little sad, as Aly and Ollie had to both come to terms with the mistakes both had made. She had to make herself grow up a little (A LOT), Ollie had to grow up, too, and both had to deal with Aiden and what happened back before Aly left. But Freddie and his adorable fiancée, Sophie, were there to give the story a bit of fun and adorableness that Royal Attraction needed. In fact, if a story were written for them, I would definitely read it, they were that engaging and likable. And let's not forget Aiden, the crown prince, next in line. The story wouldn't be complete without mentioning him. I think I loved him even more than Ollie. He had so much pressure on his young shoulders, and he made mistakes just like Aly and Ollie did. But, he admitted them with grace and made me fall in love with him even more. I would read his story in a heartbeat. HINT HINT!
If you like your royals with a bit of heat, a lot of heart, some angst and engaging, likable characters, 1 click Royal Attraction today. It's just the thing if you're looking for a royal escape.
I received an ARC through NetGalley for an honest review.
Alexandra grew up in the palace. THE palace, the one in the UK, with the three princes. She was their best friend, and their fathers were friends, but she always had a secret crush on one, well, two, of them - Aiden, next in line to the crown, and somehow Ollie, third in line, too. Something happened, though, that caused Aly to run. Now, years later, Freddie, the middle prince, is getting married, so Aly has been summoned back to the palace for his wedding. She can't not go, so off she goes to jolly old England, to see Freddie get married, and to face her demons. But, she's not going back the same girl she was when she left. In the time she's been gone, she's made a lot of disappointing mistakes, and Aly knows even more so now, that she's not fit company for the three princes. But, when you're summoned to the palace, you go, whether you want to or not.
Watching Aly and Ollie fall back into love was sweet, and cute, angsty and a little sad, as Aly and Ollie had to both come to terms with the mistakes both had made. She had to make herself grow up a little (A LOT), Ollie had to grow up, too, and both had to deal with Aiden and what happened back before Aly left. But Freddie and his adorable fiancée, Sophie, were there to give the story a bit of fun and adorableness that Royal Attraction needed. In fact, if a story were written for them, I would definitely read it, they were that engaging and likable. And let's not forget Aiden, the crown prince, next in line. The story wouldn't be complete without mentioning him. I think I loved him even more than Ollie. He had so much pressure on his young shoulders, and he made mistakes just like Aly and Ollie did. But, he admitted them with grace and made me fall in love with him even more. I would read his story in a heartbeat. HINT HINT!
If you like your royals with a bit of heat, a lot of heart, some angst and engaging, likable characters, 1 click Royal Attraction today. It's just the thing if you're looking for a royal escape.
I received an ARC through NetGalley for an honest review.
September 17, 2017
After speed reading through Seven Ways to Loose Your Heart back in August, Tiffany Truitt landed on my go-to authors lists. So when I found out about Royal Attraction, her latest romance book, I was BEYOND excited - I was bordering on jumping-up-and-down in complete and utter anticipation.
What I Thought Prior to Reading Royal Attraction: I can't possible love another one of Tiffany's book as much as I loved Seven Ways to Loose Your Heart.
The Reality: Yes, I totally could, and that book's name is Royal Attraction.
Royal Attraction is romantic, witty, and emotional. It's the kind of book you tell yourself, "Okay, just one more page..." but that page quickly turns into 20 and then 50 and then all of sudden you're done and you're thinking to yourself BUT THAT'S IT?! I WANT MORE!
Just like with Seven Ways to Loose Your Heart, Royal Attraction contains characters you can't help but utterly love. What I loved most about Allie is how relatable she is. Bluntly speaking, Allie is a complete and utter mess. She's failed out of college. She was involved in a infamous affair with a professor she didn't know was married. Worst of all? She's still running from family drama that happened years ago...family drama that she's going to have to face any day now.
Rather than be turned off by how much of a mess Aly as, I found her to be 100% endearing. She's the perfect representation of any twenty-something - lost and struggling but trying her darn hardest to get her life to where she wants it to be. Better yet, she had an addicting personality. She was funny, honest, and even slightly snarky. I especially admired her willingness to call out Europe's most elite family out on their their BS, because not only was it fierce of her but it was also downright hilarious at times.
With Aly came the the three royal brothers, and while I liked all of them for their own reasons, Oliver Dudley was hands-down my favorite. He was equal parts charming and devilishly arrogant - one minute putting a smile on my face and the next having me internally screaming come on Ollie just be honest and get the girl. What I loved the most about Ollie, however, was his love and loyalty to Aly. He always saw the good in her when no one - not even her herself- could see it. He pushed her to be the best she could be, and challenged her to face her inner demons. Basically, he was a kick a$$ confidant AND love interest.
Talking about love interests, the romance in this was HOT. It's the stereotypical second chance romance, but I loved it all the same, because with Aly and Oliver it was a whole never level of awesome. I enjoyed the little twists Tiffany threw our way regarding their romance, especially in regards to what originally ended it and the unseen sources that still to this day stood in their way. Some of it I saw coming, but other parts managed to surprise me a little.
In all, I can't suggest this one highly to romance readers! I especially suggest this one to fans of Meg Cabot, as Royal Attraction has the wit, charm, and heart of one of Meg's beloved books.
Grade: A
What I Thought Prior to Reading Royal Attraction: I can't possible love another one of Tiffany's book as much as I loved Seven Ways to Loose Your Heart.
The Reality: Yes, I totally could, and that book's name is Royal Attraction.
Royal Attraction is romantic, witty, and emotional. It's the kind of book you tell yourself, "Okay, just one more page..." but that page quickly turns into 20 and then 50 and then all of sudden you're done and you're thinking to yourself BUT THAT'S IT?! I WANT MORE!
Just like with Seven Ways to Loose Your Heart, Royal Attraction contains characters you can't help but utterly love. What I loved most about Allie is how relatable she is. Bluntly speaking, Allie is a complete and utter mess. She's failed out of college. She was involved in a infamous affair with a professor she didn't know was married. Worst of all? She's still running from family drama that happened years ago...family drama that she's going to have to face any day now.
Rather than be turned off by how much of a mess Aly as, I found her to be 100% endearing. She's the perfect representation of any twenty-something - lost and struggling but trying her darn hardest to get her life to where she wants it to be. Better yet, she had an addicting personality. She was funny, honest, and even slightly snarky. I especially admired her willingness to call out Europe's most elite family out on their their BS, because not only was it fierce of her but it was also downright hilarious at times.
With Aly came the the three royal brothers, and while I liked all of them for their own reasons, Oliver Dudley was hands-down my favorite. He was equal parts charming and devilishly arrogant - one minute putting a smile on my face and the next having me internally screaming come on Ollie just be honest and get the girl. What I loved the most about Ollie, however, was his love and loyalty to Aly. He always saw the good in her when no one - not even her herself- could see it. He pushed her to be the best she could be, and challenged her to face her inner demons. Basically, he was a kick a$$ confidant AND love interest.
Talking about love interests, the romance in this was HOT. It's the stereotypical second chance romance, but I loved it all the same, because with Aly and Oliver it was a whole never level of awesome. I enjoyed the little twists Tiffany threw our way regarding their romance, especially in regards to what originally ended it and the unseen sources that still to this day stood in their way. Some of it I saw coming, but other parts managed to surprise me a little.
In all, I can't suggest this one highly to romance readers! I especially suggest this one to fans of Meg Cabot, as Royal Attraction has the wit, charm, and heart of one of Meg's beloved books.
Grade: A
September 26, 2017
This book is every little girl’s fairy tale dream come true.
Thank you, Ms. Truitt, for reminding me why I loved to read these “Prince Charming” romance books as much as I have in the past. Royal Attraction is an excellent reminder!
Alexandra (Ali) grew up in the palace with the Dudley boys. Her father was the American ambassador to England, and later the Kings friend and advisor. Aiden is the Crown Prince of England was Alexandra’s first crush growing up. Freddie, is second in line to the throne. Then, there is Oliver (Ollie). He is third in line. Being third in line to the throne, Ollie knows he will never be King, so he sets himself up as the Crown Playboy, the media draw, to take the media focus off his brothers. Ollie is also Ali’s best friend, and, unbeknownst to Ollie, the love of her life. She gave him her virginity 5 years ago, causing a rift between the brothers. Ali could not bear to see the brothers as odds, so, she ran to America. Now, Freddie is getting married, and Ali is summoned home to England for her friends wedding.
Ali has made a mess of her life in America. She has failed out of college. Had an affair with her professor, which she has been accused of trading “favors” to for a better grade. And did I mention, unbeknownst to Ali, her professor is married. OOPS.
Ali, Ollie, and Aiden work out their issues, and Ali and Ollie decide to take their relationship forward. All he… heck breaks loose when Ali’s past comes to the press’s attention. Ali runs again, not wanting this to ruin Freddie’s and Sophie’s wedding.
Will Ollie and Ali EVER catch a break? This is a romance book, what do you think??? But, I will not tell you how it comes together…
I loved how Ali and Ollie work out their conflicts, and watch them fall deeper and deeper in love.
This is the first book I have read by Tiffany Truitt, and I have to say, I LOVED EVER WORD!!! I have found a new author to follow and stalk (noooo, not that way! LOL) I want to find out if Aiden is getting his story told as well. Will we find out how Freddie and Sophie met and fell in love? Hmmmm
I was gifted with an ARC of Royal Attraction by the publisher, Entangled Publishing, Embrace via NetGalley for which I am truly grateful, for my honest opinion and review.
Thank you for reading my review. If you love phenomenal romance, what are you waiting for? Hit that one click button 😊
Thank you, Ms. Truitt, for reminding me why I loved to read these “Prince Charming” romance books as much as I have in the past. Royal Attraction is an excellent reminder!
Alexandra (Ali) grew up in the palace with the Dudley boys. Her father was the American ambassador to England, and later the Kings friend and advisor. Aiden is the Crown Prince of England was Alexandra’s first crush growing up. Freddie, is second in line to the throne. Then, there is Oliver (Ollie). He is third in line. Being third in line to the throne, Ollie knows he will never be King, so he sets himself up as the Crown Playboy, the media draw, to take the media focus off his brothers. Ollie is also Ali’s best friend, and, unbeknownst to Ollie, the love of her life. She gave him her virginity 5 years ago, causing a rift between the brothers. Ali could not bear to see the brothers as odds, so, she ran to America. Now, Freddie is getting married, and Ali is summoned home to England for her friends wedding.
Ali has made a mess of her life in America. She has failed out of college. Had an affair with her professor, which she has been accused of trading “favors” to for a better grade. And did I mention, unbeknownst to Ali, her professor is married. OOPS.
Ali, Ollie, and Aiden work out their issues, and Ali and Ollie decide to take their relationship forward. All he… heck breaks loose when Ali’s past comes to the press’s attention. Ali runs again, not wanting this to ruin Freddie’s and Sophie’s wedding.
Will Ollie and Ali EVER catch a break? This is a romance book, what do you think??? But, I will not tell you how it comes together…
I loved how Ali and Ollie work out their conflicts, and watch them fall deeper and deeper in love.
This is the first book I have read by Tiffany Truitt, and I have to say, I LOVED EVER WORD!!! I have found a new author to follow and stalk (noooo, not that way! LOL) I want to find out if Aiden is getting his story told as well. Will we find out how Freddie and Sophie met and fell in love? Hmmmm
I was gifted with an ARC of Royal Attraction by the publisher, Entangled Publishing, Embrace via NetGalley for which I am truly grateful, for my honest opinion and review.
Thank you for reading my review. If you love phenomenal romance, what are you waiting for? Hit that one click button 😊
September 17, 2017
Thoroughly enjoyed this one! Aly and Ollie were such a cute pair and a great opposites attract couple. Aly is the daughter of a former ambassador. A little shy, athletic, and what's nothing to do with the press. Oliver (Ollie) is the third in line to the crown. His brothers have all the pressure. He's the fun one. The jokester, And Aly's best friend. Three years ago everything changed and Aly too off. Now she's coming back to the castle to attend Ollie's brothers wedding and he plans to get her to stay. They find themselves trying to deal with the past, the press, and their feelings for each other. Can they get through all the bad to get to the good??
A great story that I highly recommend.
A great story that I highly recommend.
June 25, 2019
I can honestly say that I almost did not give this book a chance. After page two I was convinced this book was going to be grammatically and logistically immature. I am proud to say, I kept reading. The story build was fantastic. It kept me in perpetual suspense and dying to know what happens next.
I also liked that this was a unique take and situation regarding a royal family. The characters were relatable, loveable and flawed. The adults acted like adults most of the time and the romance was beautifully set. The smexy times were more emotion than raunchy and written well.
Overall, I did enjoy this story very much.
I also liked that this was a unique take and situation regarding a royal family. The characters were relatable, loveable and flawed. The adults acted like adults most of the time and the romance was beautifully set. The smexy times were more emotion than raunchy and written well.
Overall, I did enjoy this story very much.
August 17, 2017
Ollie really needs to work on his skills, "...His eyes dart away from my face, scanning the crowd. He swallows. Hard. More than once. “You look fine. Good . Fine,” he mumbles before taking a long swig of his champagne." Ollie is quite the helpful guy, "...He pulls my naked, soapy body against him. “Helping you shower,” he growls as his eyes take me in. All of me." I liked this book, I fell in love with Ollie and his personality.
September 4, 2017
Perfect, just perfect. Exactly what I needed when I was so busy with work and I needed to get my mind off things!
I loved it from the first page to the last one and I still wanted more!
The characters are wonderful, the story really lovely and it has been all brought together thanks to Tiffany's fantastic story telling!
I laughed, I chocked up a little and finally melted into a puddle!
I loved it and highly recommend it! It pushes all the right buttons, and I could not put it down!
I loved it from the first page to the last one and I still wanted more!
The characters are wonderful, the story really lovely and it has been all brought together thanks to Tiffany's fantastic story telling!
I laughed, I chocked up a little and finally melted into a puddle!
I loved it and highly recommend it! It pushes all the right buttons, and I could not put it down!
November 11, 2017
I thought I would love this book it sounds great! It just wasn’t my cup oh tea
November 3, 2020
¿Cómo me siento respecto a esta lectura?
Durante la mayor parte del libro me la pase estresada. Tanto la historia como los personajes me parecieron nefastos y eso no llegar a cambiar hasta aproximadamente la mitad del libro.
A continuación voy a expresar mis emociones conforme a la lectura y debo decir que contendrá spoliers.
Royal Attraction es una historia que se lee muy rápido y fácil. A pesar de que en la mayoría del libro me la pase muy molesta logre terminarlo y al menos ese es un buen punto.
Alex es una chica que por circunstancias de la vida se muda a vivir con la familia real de Inglaterra, en concreto al palacio real y a partir de ahí su vida seguirá y se desarrollara como un miembro más de la familia, pero sin dejar de ignorar que no pertenece a ella y que es como una invitada (aunque esto no se menciona como tal en el libro).
¿Por qué Alex es un personaje estresante? Para hablar de ello creo que debemos decir que tiene un padre de mierda, un imbécil que se olvido de su hija y se enfoco mucho más en los reflectores y oportunidad de vivir con la familia real y ser consejero del Rey o un cargo por el estilo. No vamos a justificar que su esposa haya muerto y se enfoco en tratar de llenar el vacío con regalos o dándole a su hija una vida de cuento de hadas. El hombre es una mierda realmente y a pesar de que me molesta encuentro en él el punto bueno de mostrar a un personaje tan real que cambia al entrar en estos círculos de poder, aunque debo decir que se deja mucho de lado al personaje. Este personaje lleva a moldear el tipo de personalidad y problemas con los que cuenta su hija.
3 puntos que hacen mi mala experiencia con el libro
1.-La mayoría de historias con personajes adolescentes me molestan ya que muchas de sus acciones me parecen absurdas y si bien soy consiente de la diferencia de cultura y como ello tiene que ver mucho en mi forma de ver las cosas, existe un punto en donde todo se vuelve estresante y lamentablemente con este libro sucede.
2.- De niña no crecí con historia de princesas esperando a su príncipe o al menos nunca lo vi de esa forma; la única princesa Disney que recuerdo es Blanca Nieves, de ahí en fuera siempre fue Barbie a la cuál siempre vi como alguien que vive aventuras y sí, siempre encontraba a un tipo lindo, pero yo nunca lo veía como algo importante, siempre era más sobre buscar la aventura. Es por eso que este libro al buscar una historia de cuento de hadas me resulta demasiado idealizado, demasiado fantasioso y algo sin importancia.
3.- Durante toda mi vida hasta aproximadamente los 18 años, nunca había sido bombardeada con información de alguna familia "real". No viví con la influencia que se menciona en el libro y por lo tanto la idealización de estos personajes hasta casi alabarlos me molesta.
¿Cómo influye todo ello? Bueno nuestra protagonista tiene esos tres problemas. Este libro presenta una especie de triangulo amoroso desarrollado en la adolescencia de la protagonista y el cual ha afectado a su vida adulta hasta el punto de hacerla abandonar el país.
El libro nos presenta uno o dos capítulos en la actualidad y uno que salta hacía el pasado. En su adolescencia vemos a una chica acostumbrada ya a esta vida de la "realeza" la cual a pesar de todo tiene un temor hacia la prensa, ya que si bien ha vivido con ellos aproximadamente 10 años, ella no se suponía debía vivir así. Su vida como hija de un embajador estadounidense era hasta cierto punto normal, pero cuando su madre muere sufre este terrible acoso (que no se ve, solo es mencionado por encima) que le marca y seguirá con ella durante mucho tiempo. Creo que aquí es importante decir que es entendible ya que fue algo duro para ella siendo tan pequeña y sufrir de ello cuando ni siquiera se suponía que tendría esa vida, ella a diferencia de los tres hijos de la familia real no fue preparada toda su vida para ello.
Alex como adolescente es molesta ya que a pesar de vivir y saber como es la forma de vida de familia real, idealiza las cosas en extremo. Romantiza la idea de Aiden, por ser el primero en la línea de sucesión al trono, y lo ve como el chico que cumplirá todas sus fantasías y la salvara de todas las molestias simplemente por cumplir con los requisitos de ser un "Príncipe azul". Es estresante llegar a ver como es que lo ama solo por ello y como se le hace bien que al parecer perfecto es alguien que ella merece.
Me molesta mucho la idealización de perfección y adoración que muestra ella y no me parece sana. En su yo adolescente muestra la falta de madures y me atrevo a decir que mentalmente no se encuentra bien, ya que la muerte de su madre la afecto y el ´proceso de convertirse en un miembro de la familia real fue algo malo para ello. ¿Recuerdan a los dramas adolescentes en series y como los padres prácticamente no existen? Eso sucede en este libro y es sorprendente como su padre que dice amarla tanto no se puede ni siquiera dar cuenta que su hija sufre dislexia y que necesita acudir a un medico para tratar sus problemas de salud mental.
Cuando la vemos en su yo adulta estos problemas siguen reflejados. Su pánico a la prensa (no le quito lo dañinos que pueden ser al acosar a las personas famosas y los extremos alarmantes a los que llegan para conseguir alguna "noticia"), sus inseguridades, su falta de amor propio, entre otros. No me gusta que en todo el libro su salud mental no es cuestionada y ni siquiera se toca. Creo que eso es lo peor que tiene el libro.
En cuanto a los protagonistas hombres. Tenemos a Aiden y a Oliver.
Aiden es el heredero al trono a quien se le carga todo y quien se espera sea perfecto en todos los sentidos. En toda su adolescencia hizo todo lo que se le pidió y espero de él, es por ello que a pesar de tener sentimientos por Alex decide dejarlos de lado cuando comprende que para ella no es fácil estar bajo los reflectores. Aun así se vuelve molesto ya que a pesar de ello en ocasiones sigue alentando los sentimientos por ella cuando sabe que no los corresponderá. Es cuando vemos a Alex de 22 años cuando por fin parece comprender ello, pero eso sucede hasta aproximadamente la mitad del libro. Se entiende su forma de ser y realmente las cosas malas que le veo es alentar unos sentimientos que no corresponderá, esta increíble rivalidad que tiene con su hermano por Alex y como es que piensa que todos los demás son felices y quien solo sufre es él.
Oliver por su parte es casi el típico playboy con la excepción de que pertenece a la realeza. Y digo casi ya que a pesar de ser este hombre rodeado de sexo, fiestas, etc; no cae en ser el típico protagonista que va a tratar fatal a la protagonista por casi todo el libro, de hecho parecen tener una buena relación y no existe mal trato. Han sido amigos durante muchos años y siempre parece que la apoyaba y la comprendía, le daba un respiro para todo el estrés que representaba tener que seguir protocolos y aparentar todo el tiempo. El problema con él radica en lo molesto que llega a ser cuando ve que su hermano alienta los sentimientos de Alex para él, ya que Oliver se sabe que Aiden es el hombre a quien Alex quiere durante su adolescencia. Se vuelve entre una especie de posesividad y celos. No dudo que realmente tenga sentimientos por ella, pero si te llegas a preguntar si ellos fueron apresurados por tener "algo" que podría haber sido de Aiden.
Quiero mencionar unas pocas cosas sobre la protagonista y la historia para concluir.
1. Al principio se da a entender que todo el estrés de volver a Inglaterra y a la familia lo superara bebiendo y emborrachándose, se me hace muy malo y una razón más por la cual debe acudir por ayuda ya que eso podría recaer en alcoholismo.
2. No sabe tomar responsabilidades sobre sus actos. Tanto en su yo adolescente como su yo adulta.
Huye de sus problemas y espera que se resuelvan por si solos. Además de que en ocasiones le hecha la culpa a los demás para ella poder sentirse bien.
3. No me gusta la relación ya que pienso que ella no tiene estabilidad en su salud mental.
4. En relación con la anterior, creo que el libro comete el error en mostrar que una relación de pareja automáticamente te resolverá tus problemas de inseguridad, pánico, y todas las demás que ya mencione anteriormente. No da indicios de la necesidad de buscar ayuda.
5. Me gusta que en algunos momentos se ve una critica hacía estas familiar reales y todo lo malo que pueden tener, hacía el acoso que tiene los medios de comunicación y también hacia las personas "normales" cuando idolatran a estas personas.
6. Algo más sobre la protagonista es que por momentos se contradice ya que menciona lo malo que un integrante de la familia lo puede pasar al esperarse algo de ellos y todos los protocolos que debe seguir, pero después los culpa por ello o simplemente se le olvida y solo se victimiza ella.
Así que en conclusión, Royal Attraction no es un libro que yo disfrutara. Me la pase muy estresado durante mucho tiempo y ninguno de los personajes llego a gustarme o agradarme. La historia me gusto por las pocas cosas reales que puede tener al mostrar pequeñas criticas, pero el como se manejo el romance, el triangulo amoroso, el que no se de importancia a la salud mental, el no crecimiento de los personajes y el final, creo que el libro es bastante MEH.
A día de hoy esa es mi opinión, tal vez se me pasaron algunas cosas, tal vez juzgue mal, vi cosas mal, no lo sé. Si lo leo en un futuro espero y encontrar y darme cuenta de ciertas cosas que pude haber pasado por algo o en las que estoy mal.
Durante la mayor parte del libro me la pase estresada. Tanto la historia como los personajes me parecieron nefastos y eso no llegar a cambiar hasta aproximadamente la mitad del libro.
A continuación voy a expresar mis emociones conforme a la lectura y debo decir que contendrá spoliers.
Royal Attraction es una historia que se lee muy rápido y fácil. A pesar de que en la mayoría del libro me la pase muy molesta logre terminarlo y al menos ese es un buen punto.
Alex es una chica que por circunstancias de la vida se muda a vivir con la familia real de Inglaterra, en concreto al palacio real y a partir de ahí su vida seguirá y se desarrollara como un miembro más de la familia, pero sin dejar de ignorar que no pertenece a ella y que es como una invitada (aunque esto no se menciona como tal en el libro).
¿Por qué Alex es un personaje estresante? Para hablar de ello creo que debemos decir que tiene un padre de mierda, un imbécil que se olvido de su hija y se enfoco mucho más en los reflectores y oportunidad de vivir con la familia real y ser consejero del Rey o un cargo por el estilo. No vamos a justificar que su esposa haya muerto y se enfoco en tratar de llenar el vacío con regalos o dándole a su hija una vida de cuento de hadas. El hombre es una mierda realmente y a pesar de que me molesta encuentro en él el punto bueno de mostrar a un personaje tan real que cambia al entrar en estos círculos de poder, aunque debo decir que se deja mucho de lado al personaje. Este personaje lleva a moldear el tipo de personalidad y problemas con los que cuenta su hija.
3 puntos que hacen mi mala experiencia con el libro
1.-La mayoría de historias con personajes adolescentes me molestan ya que muchas de sus acciones me parecen absurdas y si bien soy consiente de la diferencia de cultura y como ello tiene que ver mucho en mi forma de ver las cosas, existe un punto en donde todo se vuelve estresante y lamentablemente con este libro sucede.
2.- De niña no crecí con historia de princesas esperando a su príncipe o al menos nunca lo vi de esa forma; la única princesa Disney que recuerdo es Blanca Nieves, de ahí en fuera siempre fue Barbie a la cuál siempre vi como alguien que vive aventuras y sí, siempre encontraba a un tipo lindo, pero yo nunca lo veía como algo importante, siempre era más sobre buscar la aventura. Es por eso que este libro al buscar una historia de cuento de hadas me resulta demasiado idealizado, demasiado fantasioso y algo sin importancia.
3.- Durante toda mi vida hasta aproximadamente los 18 años, nunca había sido bombardeada con información de alguna familia "real". No viví con la influencia que se menciona en el libro y por lo tanto la idealización de estos personajes hasta casi alabarlos me molesta.
¿Cómo influye todo ello? Bueno nuestra protagonista tiene esos tres problemas. Este libro presenta una especie de triangulo amoroso desarrollado en la adolescencia de la protagonista y el cual ha afectado a su vida adulta hasta el punto de hacerla abandonar el país.
El libro nos presenta uno o dos capítulos en la actualidad y uno que salta hacía el pasado. En su adolescencia vemos a una chica acostumbrada ya a esta vida de la "realeza" la cual a pesar de todo tiene un temor hacia la prensa, ya que si bien ha vivido con ellos aproximadamente 10 años, ella no se suponía debía vivir así. Su vida como hija de un embajador estadounidense era hasta cierto punto normal, pero cuando su madre muere sufre este terrible acoso (que no se ve, solo es mencionado por encima) que le marca y seguirá con ella durante mucho tiempo. Creo que aquí es importante decir que es entendible ya que fue algo duro para ella siendo tan pequeña y sufrir de ello cuando ni siquiera se suponía que tendría esa vida, ella a diferencia de los tres hijos de la familia real no fue preparada toda su vida para ello.
Alex como adolescente es molesta ya que a pesar de vivir y saber como es la forma de vida de familia real, idealiza las cosas en extremo. Romantiza la idea de Aiden, por ser el primero en la línea de sucesión al trono, y lo ve como el chico que cumplirá todas sus fantasías y la salvara de todas las molestias simplemente por cumplir con los requisitos de ser un "Príncipe azul". Es estresante llegar a ver como es que lo ama solo por ello y como se le hace bien que al parecer perfecto es alguien que ella merece.
Me molesta mucho la idealización de perfección y adoración que muestra ella y no me parece sana. En su yo adolescente muestra la falta de madures y me atrevo a decir que mentalmente no se encuentra bien, ya que la muerte de su madre la afecto y el ´proceso de convertirse en un miembro de la familia real fue algo malo para ello. ¿Recuerdan a los dramas adolescentes en series y como los padres prácticamente no existen? Eso sucede en este libro y es sorprendente como su padre que dice amarla tanto no se puede ni siquiera dar cuenta que su hija sufre dislexia y que necesita acudir a un medico para tratar sus problemas de salud mental.
Cuando la vemos en su yo adulta estos problemas siguen reflejados. Su pánico a la prensa (no le quito lo dañinos que pueden ser al acosar a las personas famosas y los extremos alarmantes a los que llegan para conseguir alguna "noticia"), sus inseguridades, su falta de amor propio, entre otros. No me gusta que en todo el libro su salud mental no es cuestionada y ni siquiera se toca. Creo que eso es lo peor que tiene el libro.
En cuanto a los protagonistas hombres. Tenemos a Aiden y a Oliver.
Aiden es el heredero al trono a quien se le carga todo y quien se espera sea perfecto en todos los sentidos. En toda su adolescencia hizo todo lo que se le pidió y espero de él, es por ello que a pesar de tener sentimientos por Alex decide dejarlos de lado cuando comprende que para ella no es fácil estar bajo los reflectores. Aun así se vuelve molesto ya que a pesar de ello en ocasiones sigue alentando los sentimientos por ella cuando sabe que no los corresponderá. Es cuando vemos a Alex de 22 años cuando por fin parece comprender ello, pero eso sucede hasta aproximadamente la mitad del libro. Se entiende su forma de ser y realmente las cosas malas que le veo es alentar unos sentimientos que no corresponderá, esta increíble rivalidad que tiene con su hermano por Alex y como es que piensa que todos los demás son felices y quien solo sufre es él.
Oliver por su parte es casi el típico playboy con la excepción de que pertenece a la realeza. Y digo casi ya que a pesar de ser este hombre rodeado de sexo, fiestas, etc; no cae en ser el típico protagonista que va a tratar fatal a la protagonista por casi todo el libro, de hecho parecen tener una buena relación y no existe mal trato. Han sido amigos durante muchos años y siempre parece que la apoyaba y la comprendía, le daba un respiro para todo el estrés que representaba tener que seguir protocolos y aparentar todo el tiempo. El problema con él radica en lo molesto que llega a ser cuando ve que su hermano alienta los sentimientos de Alex para él, ya que Oliver se sabe que Aiden es el hombre a quien Alex quiere durante su adolescencia. Se vuelve entre una especie de posesividad y celos. No dudo que realmente tenga sentimientos por ella, pero si te llegas a preguntar si ellos fueron apresurados por tener "algo" que podría haber sido de Aiden.
Quiero mencionar unas pocas cosas sobre la protagonista y la historia para concluir.
1. Al principio se da a entender que todo el estrés de volver a Inglaterra y a la familia lo superara bebiendo y emborrachándose, se me hace muy malo y una razón más por la cual debe acudir por ayuda ya que eso podría recaer en alcoholismo.
2. No sabe tomar responsabilidades sobre sus actos. Tanto en su yo adolescente como su yo adulta.
Huye de sus problemas y espera que se resuelvan por si solos. Además de que en ocasiones le hecha la culpa a los demás para ella poder sentirse bien.
3. No me gusta la relación ya que pienso que ella no tiene estabilidad en su salud mental.
4. En relación con la anterior, creo que el libro comete el error en mostrar que una relación de pareja automáticamente te resolverá tus problemas de inseguridad, pánico, y todas las demás que ya mencione anteriormente. No da indicios de la necesidad de buscar ayuda.
5. Me gusta que en algunos momentos se ve una critica hacía estas familiar reales y todo lo malo que pueden tener, hacía el acoso que tiene los medios de comunicación y también hacia las personas "normales" cuando idolatran a estas personas.
6. Algo más sobre la protagonista es que por momentos se contradice ya que menciona lo malo que un integrante de la familia lo puede pasar al esperarse algo de ellos y todos los protocolos que debe seguir, pero después los culpa por ello o simplemente se le olvida y solo se victimiza ella.
Así que en conclusión, Royal Attraction no es un libro que yo disfrutara. Me la pase muy estresado durante mucho tiempo y ninguno de los personajes llego a gustarme o agradarme. La historia me gusto por las pocas cosas reales que puede tener al mostrar pequeñas criticas, pero el como se manejo el romance, el triangulo amoroso, el que no se de importancia a la salud mental, el no crecimiento de los personajes y el final, creo que el libro es bastante MEH.
A día de hoy esa es mi opinión, tal vez se me pasaron algunas cosas, tal vez juzgue mal, vi cosas mal, no lo sé. Si lo leo en un futuro espero y encontrar y darme cuenta de ciertas cosas que pude haber pasado por algo o en las que estoy mal.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
September 24, 2017
Royal Attraction, Tiffany Truitt
Review from Jeannie Zelos book reviews
Genre:Romance
I'd just finished a pretty tight thriller so wanted something light to read. this seemed perfect but actually it was a little too light and fluffy.
The main issue I had with this story was I just didn't feel the romance, didn't feel any great connection between the couple.
I need there to be lots of in depth romance, but what I got was a few fluffy moments, lots of introspection and looking back.
For much of the time too all the characters acted like they were young teens, not early twenties. It just didn't make for a story I loved.
There were some fun parts, the potential for conflict was there, it could have been so much better. ( For me, I have no doubt others will love it as it is. Che sera and all that...)
It never really felt "real" to me, I didn't get the sense that it was a story that was actually happening, didn't get the "lost in the story" feeling that happens to me with a good book.
There were things I felt jarred, Alexandra has been brought up with the boys since she was a toddler so why do they make such an issue over her speaking "American", she wouldn't would she? Brought up in UK, hearing UK speech patterns she'd naturally follow them. So she wouldn't use American phrases, and when she used British slang it would sound just the same as when the boys do.
It's also brought up frequently how Aiden will one day be King of England - and he won't unless something seriously changes, as it currently he'll be King of UK.
Some of the phraseology was just plain weird.Right back in the start we get "the aroma of gravy and mead wafting through the air. Sunday brunch in all it's glory". Mead?? Mead for heavens sake. Gravy and roast beef, gravy and red wine even but Mead went out centuries ago, only available now as a specialty brew....then there's the way Ollie and Liam keep calling her "Lass" Why? Its more a Scots expression, and felt wrong.
If you're going to set your book in a certain country then you need to make most things match what's expected, and things like these just felt so out of place.
Stars: Three, a story I wanted to like, but just couldn't rate higher despite the promise it held.
ARC supplied for review purposes by Netgalley and Publishers
Review from Jeannie Zelos book reviews
Genre:Romance
I'd just finished a pretty tight thriller so wanted something light to read. this seemed perfect but actually it was a little too light and fluffy.
The main issue I had with this story was I just didn't feel the romance, didn't feel any great connection between the couple.
I need there to be lots of in depth romance, but what I got was a few fluffy moments, lots of introspection and looking back.
For much of the time too all the characters acted like they were young teens, not early twenties. It just didn't make for a story I loved.
There were some fun parts, the potential for conflict was there, it could have been so much better. ( For me, I have no doubt others will love it as it is. Che sera and all that...)
It never really felt "real" to me, I didn't get the sense that it was a story that was actually happening, didn't get the "lost in the story" feeling that happens to me with a good book.
There were things I felt jarred, Alexandra has been brought up with the boys since she was a toddler so why do they make such an issue over her speaking "American", she wouldn't would she? Brought up in UK, hearing UK speech patterns she'd naturally follow them. So she wouldn't use American phrases, and when she used British slang it would sound just the same as when the boys do.
It's also brought up frequently how Aiden will one day be King of England - and he won't unless something seriously changes, as it currently he'll be King of UK.
Some of the phraseology was just plain weird.Right back in the start we get "the aroma of gravy and mead wafting through the air. Sunday brunch in all it's glory". Mead?? Mead for heavens sake. Gravy and roast beef, gravy and red wine even but Mead went out centuries ago, only available now as a specialty brew....then there's the way Ollie and Liam keep calling her "Lass" Why? Its more a Scots expression, and felt wrong.
If you're going to set your book in a certain country then you need to make most things match what's expected, and things like these just felt so out of place.
Stars: Three, a story I wanted to like, but just couldn't rate higher despite the promise it held.
ARC supplied for review purposes by Netgalley and Publishers
June 17, 2020
I really liked reading.
Trips to the past mixed with the present gave way to confusion but also made the relationship with princes intriguing.
At first it was difficult for me to empathize with Alexandra for her cowardice, but the more I knew her I managed to understand her reasons for having the impulse to flee when she did not feel capable of facing the situation.
Then we saw how little by little she grew and faced her fears and took responsibility for her actions.
I also liked the teaching she gives about unconditional family love, which she is always ready to support even if bad decisions are made.
Trips to the past mixed with the present gave way to confusion but also made the relationship with princes intriguing.
At first it was difficult for me to empathize with Alexandra for her cowardice, but the more I knew her I managed to understand her reasons for having the impulse to flee when she did not feel capable of facing the situation.
Then we saw how little by little she grew and faced her fears and took responsibility for her actions.
I also liked the teaching she gives about unconditional family love, which she is always ready to support even if bad decisions are made.
September 16, 2017
Damn book made me cry!
*ARC received from Entangled Publishing, LLC via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.*
Once again, I'm reminded that I'm an only child and I still long for an older brother.
SPOILER FREE REVIEW
"I'll pretend that seeing you here doesn't drive me wild. I'll ignore all the things my body wants to do to yours. I'll forget the fact that you leaving without a good-bye wrecked me."
I swear I picked up this book because it has modern princes, and it's set in a palace, the palace.
The story was really fascinating. They're three British royal brothers and an American girl who grew up together. They even have their own hangout place outside the palace just to feel normal once in a while. But truly the story points back to Aly who doesn't believe in herself. She thinks all she does is break things, she never does the right things, and she wants to be perfect for the perfect image that the press wants from her. But its's not just Aly who has problems, all four of them do. They're forced to give up a part of their soul for the crown and pretend to be people who they're not. That's always the main problem when one has responsibilities on their shoulder and a role to play. There was a lot of conflict and issues all throughout but the resolution for this book was more than what I could have expected.
England, looking down at me, begging me to help mend his son's relationship when I was the one to shatter it.
Each of the main characters are well created with certain personalities that make them different from each other yet they have some points in common. My favorite character is Oliver (Ollie) Dudley, and not just because he's smoking hot and utterly sexy but he does things for a purpose. He may seem reckless but they are actually well calculated actions. Compared to Aly who's almost like a little whimp and all she knows is how to run away.
A lot of things have changed, but some never will.
I love how this book is written in one person's point of view but it is divided between the past and the present. Also it is labeled at what age, month, and day it happened and there are also the early morning events where it's labeled are 'barely' it makes me laugh sometimes. Shifting from past to present are one of the types of writing style I adore because then it'd be very thrilling when they meet and tie in the end. The writing is also light and easy to read, though sometimes I look up a couple of words. It does uses a lot of British slang that I do not know the meaning off but that doesn't bother me at all.
"Life is incredibly, mercilessly short. There are so many things that come for us that we won't be able to fight. Save your fear for them. But all those pesky other things, the things that nearly destroy us but don't, we always manage to get back up. Always. Our fear is wasted on them."
I would recommend this to those who enjoy reading about princes, or book set in a royal palace and if one is curious about what goes on behind closed doors. If you want your heart to be crumpled a bit, and perhaps a little sweet fun then this is for you. It does have a bit of sexual activities here and there but nothing major since this is a romance and not an erotica.
Be human. Be honest. Be you.
Best advice ever.
*ARC received from Entangled Publishing, LLC via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.*
Once again, I'm reminded that I'm an only child and I still long for an older brother.
SPOILER FREE REVIEW
"I'll pretend that seeing you here doesn't drive me wild. I'll ignore all the things my body wants to do to yours. I'll forget the fact that you leaving without a good-bye wrecked me."
I swear I picked up this book because it has modern princes, and it's set in a palace, the palace.
The story was really fascinating. They're three British royal brothers and an American girl who grew up together. They even have their own hangout place outside the palace just to feel normal once in a while. But truly the story points back to Aly who doesn't believe in herself. She thinks all she does is break things, she never does the right things, and she wants to be perfect for the perfect image that the press wants from her. But its's not just Aly who has problems, all four of them do. They're forced to give up a part of their soul for the crown and pretend to be people who they're not. That's always the main problem when one has responsibilities on their shoulder and a role to play. There was a lot of conflict and issues all throughout but the resolution for this book was more than what I could have expected.
England, looking down at me, begging me to help mend his son's relationship when I was the one to shatter it.
Each of the main characters are well created with certain personalities that make them different from each other yet they have some points in common. My favorite character is Oliver (Ollie) Dudley, and not just because he's smoking hot and utterly sexy but he does things for a purpose. He may seem reckless but they are actually well calculated actions. Compared to Aly who's almost like a little whimp and all she knows is how to run away.
A lot of things have changed, but some never will.
I love how this book is written in one person's point of view but it is divided between the past and the present. Also it is labeled at what age, month, and day it happened and there are also the early morning events where it's labeled are 'barely' it makes me laugh sometimes. Shifting from past to present are one of the types of writing style I adore because then it'd be very thrilling when they meet and tie in the end. The writing is also light and easy to read, though sometimes I look up a couple of words. It does uses a lot of British slang that I do not know the meaning off but that doesn't bother me at all.
"Life is incredibly, mercilessly short. There are so many things that come for us that we won't be able to fight. Save your fear for them. But all those pesky other things, the things that nearly destroy us but don't, we always manage to get back up. Always. Our fear is wasted on them."
I would recommend this to those who enjoy reading about princes, or book set in a royal palace and if one is curious about what goes on behind closed doors. If you want your heart to be crumpled a bit, and perhaps a little sweet fun then this is for you. It does have a bit of sexual activities here and there but nothing major since this is a romance and not an erotica.
Be human. Be honest. Be you.
Best advice ever.
September 22, 2017
Alexandra 'Aly' Ryans escaped to the U.S the moment she believed she ruined her friendships with the three princes she grew up with. But with a royal wedding coming up and everyone expecting her to be there, Aly is returning home to England. However, mingling with royalty means being in the spotlight; something Aly hates and when they discover some things about her past, will it cause her to run again or will she finally stay and face the music so she and Oliver Dudley can finally have their shot at happy ever after?
This is the first story I've read by Ms. Truitt and I've got to say that I loved this book, despite the fact that I thought the hero was an immature brat that needed to grow up and I wished that Aly would have ended up with Aiden instead, even though I knew Oliver was the hero in this book. The way this story started had me empathizing with the heroine, as going home gives her a mix of trepidation and exhilaration in seeing her friends and family. Will things be the same or different? However, it was from the moment that the hero and heroine came face-to-face for the first time in this story that had me feeling sorry for Aly, as it still seems Oliver is still an immature jerk that doesn't know a thing about responsibility and would rather have fun by pulling pranks.
As for the dialogue, it was intense due to the main characters back stories, because Aly was caught between two men in the past in Aiden and Oliver. However, there were certainly some really good light-hearted moments where the main and secondary characters reminisce about the past and tease the heroine when it comes to Aly and her use of british slang. Furthermore, the heroine is resilient and courageous in being able to face the past and hopefully make things right. I also liked the tight bonds she shares with the three princes and how they pretty much welcome her back with open arms, because they've missed her. Seriously, there's so much to like about the secondary characters in two of the princes - Freddie and Aiden; their bodyguard Liam and the prince's governess, Mrs. Wright. While the hero, he's an immature brat at times, but his desire for attention and being in the spotlight is for personal reasons; reasons that are good and a way to help his family. I also liked how determined he was to get the heroine to fight for their relationship, even though there's so much she dislikes about his life, especially how he's always hounded by the media and how he never has any expectations.
Overall, Ms. Truitt has delivered a fascinating and delightful read in this book where the chemistry between this couple was strong; the romance explosive and illustrates just how right these two are for each other; and the ending had me wondering whether Aly would ever be able to forgive herself for her past and fight for her happy ever after with Oliver. Yet, in saying that, I liked her courage and how far she was willing to go to be with the hero, even if it meant facing her fears. However, it was the epilogue that wrapped this story up nicely and had me wanting to laugh because of the surprise the hero has for the heroine and her reaction to the moment, as she's unprepared for what he wants her to do. I would recommend Royal Attraction by Tiffany Truitt, if you enjoy the friends to lovers trope or books by authors Stacy Kestwick, Willow Winters, Staci Hart and Erin Watt.
September 11, 2017
Alexandra Ryans grew up with the British royal family. As the daughter of an American ambassador, one of the King of England’s most trusted advisors, Aly’s life was, from a young age, intertwined with that of the princes. In her teens, Aly harbored a not-so-secret crush on Aiden, the oldest prince, first in line for the throne. But it was the youngest prince, Oliver, who became her best friend. It was Oliver who was always there for her. And it was Oliver who snuck into her heart without her even noticing.
Now, years after fleeing England to avoid a scandal (and embroiled in a scandal of her own back home), Aly is back in town for a royal wedding. She’s avoided both Ollie and Aiden for three years, but now she’ll need to face her feelings -- and her fears -- head on.
Last summer, I read and absolutely adored Tiffany Truitt’s Seven Ways to Lose Your Heart. It was the perfect combination of sexy and swoony and heartbreaking and is still one of my favorite new adult books. I talked about that book so much that I even annoyed myself, so when I saw a new ROYAL ROMANCE by Tiffany Truitt, I knew that I had to request it. I might have had like eight other ARCs that I had to read first, but I finally got to it and it was good! I might have liked SWtLYH a tad bit more, but a good road trip/music-based book will always win my heart. (Pardon my pun.)
As the book begins, we have no idea what happened between Aly and the royal family. All we know is that she’s been summoned home for her childhood friend’s wedding and she is just dreading going back. The night in question comes back in bits and pieces through flashbacks from Aly’s point of view. An argument here. A kiss there. A couple princes acting swoony. It’s pretty easy to piece together the general gist of what happened, but it’s not until the end of the book that we get all of the details.
I, for one, could not decide who I liked more: responsible, selfless Aiden or wild, heartbroken Ollie. Both of them have their own reasons for acting the way they do and for the various decisions they’ve made over the years. Although I normally despise love triangles, Tiffany Truitt gave us two strong contenders in Aiden and Oliver.
Overall, I really enjoyed this book. Tiffany Truitt successfully messed with my heart again and I’m not even mad. The only real criticism I have is that both guys were so great that I wasn’t even sure who I was supposed to be rooting for. I hope the other brothers end up with their own books.
I received a free ARC of Royal Attraction from the publisher (via Netgalley) in exchange for my honest review.
September 18, 2017
Is it that hard to choose between the Heir and the Spare? . . . .
To say I judged this book purely by the title alone is completely true. I love all things royal, be it contemporary or historical, I'm a complete Anglophile and history nerd. So I immediately jumped at the chance to read and review this book to which I can say I am glad I did.
Being the daughter of the U.S. ambassador to England meant Alexandra Ryan's life was already atypical. But when the death of her mother and friendship of the king of England garners her and her father a home within the palace; Now Aly's life will be anything but normal. So in what should have been a fairy tale growing up with the three young Dudley princes as her best friends, turns drastically into a nightmare when more than one Dudley vies for her affection and beings trouble amongst the close knit group. Aly rashly decides to run back to the United States to save what little relationships they still had, but when called back to England out of family obligations, it's clear her heart isn't dead to past feelings and drama quickly ensue when a prince or two comes to her.
Overall, good read that became infuriating at times only because why couldn't the characters just have a row at it and get it all out there! Then again the angst of will it happen or who will she end up with is half the fun. Honestly, I'd have taken all three princes, perhaps Fredrick the most partially due to him being the nerd of the group and the other two would just be a bit above me. My favorite part of this novel was the multiple characters, I felt that each character was exposed enough for me to get to know them, love them, or hate them (*cough, Henry). Buuut I want more I'd love each brother to get a single novel if possible, especially with the whole family and royal change up at the end there. (Read the book and you'll see) So if you like royals like Will and Kate or are interested in Prince Harry envisioning what life would be like living among them, this book will help sate that dream curiosity.
To say I judged this book purely by the title alone is completely true. I love all things royal, be it contemporary or historical, I'm a complete Anglophile and history nerd. So I immediately jumped at the chance to read and review this book to which I can say I am glad I did.
Being the daughter of the U.S. ambassador to England meant Alexandra Ryan's life was already atypical. But when the death of her mother and friendship of the king of England garners her and her father a home within the palace; Now Aly's life will be anything but normal. So in what should have been a fairy tale growing up with the three young Dudley princes as her best friends, turns drastically into a nightmare when more than one Dudley vies for her affection and beings trouble amongst the close knit group. Aly rashly decides to run back to the United States to save what little relationships they still had, but when called back to England out of family obligations, it's clear her heart isn't dead to past feelings and drama quickly ensue when a prince or two comes to her.
Overall, good read that became infuriating at times only because why couldn't the characters just have a row at it and get it all out there! Then again the angst of will it happen or who will she end up with is half the fun. Honestly, I'd have taken all three princes, perhaps Fredrick the most partially due to him being the nerd of the group and the other two would just be a bit above me. My favorite part of this novel was the multiple characters, I felt that each character was exposed enough for me to get to know them, love them, or hate them (*cough, Henry). Buuut I want more I'd love each brother to get a single novel if possible, especially with the whole family and royal change up at the end there. (Read the book and you'll see) So if you like royals like Will and Kate or are interested in Prince Harry envisioning what life would be like living among them, this book will help sate that dream curiosity.
September 27, 2017
Alexandra/Aly is the daughter of the former American Ambassador to England. After the death of the King’s mother and Aly’s mom. Aly and her dad moved into the royal palace. Aly had grown up with the three royal sons. They had been her best friends, her partners in crime and constant companions. Aidan is the first in line to the throne and Freddie is the second. Ollie was the youngest and jokester and wild one of the three brothers. Aly hates the spotlight. But Aly is an athlete and excels at soccer/futball. Then three years ago Aly found she had feelings for Aidan and Ollie and that caused problems between the brothers so Aly ran off to America. The press dug up a lot of stuff some true and some untrue but Aly didn’t want to tarnish the Royal Family. But it also showed Aly she did actually love one of the brothers. Aly had made some poor choices while she was gone. Her reputation is now tarnished and she is no good for the brothers. Aly had failed out of college, had an affair with a professor that she didn’t know was married. Ollie had been Aly’s best friend. Freddie is getting married so Aly must return to England. Aly plans on going to the wedding, spend some time with her dad and leave again. Ollie didn’t mind giving the press something to talk about. Ollie has felt lost in the three years Aly has been gone. Even as a friend - a best friend Ollie wants Aly back. Aly was the only woman Ollie had ever loved.
I really enjoyed this book. I liked the plot as well as the pace a lot. I did choke up at times while reading this. I like the flashback shown so we understand why Aly left. I don't usually like going between the past and the present but it worked fine in this book. It also showed how feelings had grown and I loved that. I liked how the author made Ollie the love interest instead of Aidan the next in line to be king. I didn’t want to put this down. I loved ollie’s love and loyalty to Aly. I also really liked that there were some twists. I just loved Aly and Ollie together. I loved the characters and the twists in the book and I recommend.
I really enjoyed this book. I liked the plot as well as the pace a lot. I did choke up at times while reading this. I like the flashback shown so we understand why Aly left. I don't usually like going between the past and the present but it worked fine in this book. It also showed how feelings had grown and I loved that. I liked how the author made Ollie the love interest instead of Aidan the next in line to be king. I didn’t want to put this down. I loved ollie’s love and loyalty to Aly. I also really liked that there were some twists. I just loved Aly and Ollie together. I loved the characters and the twists in the book and I recommend.
September 17, 2017
Royal Attraction would be my first read by Tiffany Truitt and plan on it not being my last hope this isn't the last of the Dudleys brothers . The story line drew me in with the little flash back chapters on some major points I became hooked wanting to know what happened . Some characters I liked and others I wasn't shore how to felt . Alexandra and Oliver have known one another their hole lives but one thing happens to have the heroine run away leaving behind her broken heart , in the little flashbacks I wanted to shack Alexandra and have her open her eyes and with Oliver he needed to make his feelings known but understandable why he was hesitant . Alexandra is a great heroine she's returning home after 3 years to attend a wedding and she comes face to masked faced (wink) with the boy now man she ran away from . Oliver is known to be the bad boy of the Dudley boys and when we get to see him for who he is and how selfless he can be it was incredible . The couple are written well together with their love of sports , witty banter , and intense attraction that can't be stopped . Can't wait to read more by this author
copy provided for honest review
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hero = 9 heroine = 9 secondary characters = 9
Chemistry = 10 steam = 5 romance = 8 humor = 5
darkness level = 2 enjoyment = 8 angst = 3
action = 3 mystery = 5 story line = 10 Story ending = 9
character development = 10 pacing = 9 Plot = 8
cover = 10 stars = 4 author = 8
would I recommend this book = yes
would I re read this book = yes
would I read future books by this author = yes
copy provided for honest review
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hero = 9 heroine = 9 secondary characters = 9
Chemistry = 10 steam = 5 romance = 8 humor = 5
darkness level = 2 enjoyment = 8 angst = 3
action = 3 mystery = 5 story line = 10 Story ending = 9
character development = 10 pacing = 9 Plot = 8
cover = 10 stars = 4 author = 8
would I recommend this book = yes
would I re read this book = yes
would I read future books by this author = yes
September 18, 2017
Royal Attraction starts out with Alexandra Ryans at the airport getting drunk as she has to go home to England to attend a royal wedding, especially since she basically ran away in the first place, and hasn't been home in 3 years. Not to mention, since she ran, she's made some mistakes that she can't get over. Her father is the U.S. Ambassador to England, so she grew up with the three royal princes. The third in line, Oliver Dudley is her best friend, however, before she left, there was a bit more. Now he looks happy with all of the partying, women, and the fame, but what she doesn't know is that there's one thing he wants the most but cannot have, and that's Aly herself. Will he be able to convince her to stay once she gets there? This is the first book that I've read by Tiffany Truitt, and her talented writing style blew me away, as I couldn't get enough of this book. My emotions were all over the place, because the angst levels & glimpses of the past had me ready to kick some royal behind. I LOVED Aly so much, as she was a girl after my own heart, and I did love Ollie, although I wanted to choke once or twice. This story had me fully captivated cover to cover, and the colorful cast of secondaries kept me laughing hard, especially the hijinks of all of them together. I CANNOT WAIT to read more by Ms. Truitt, and want to beg her to please give us more of the Dudley boys! HIGHLY HIGHLY HIGHLY RECOMMEND!
September 9, 2017
What happens when your heart belongs to two men? Alexandra could answer that for you, you run away, you get out of town, you ignore any chance of any feelings developing. Ryans, as she is called by Oliver, the youngest prince, thought her heart should belong to the oldest prince. She needed someone who was stable, who would challenge her to be better, and push her. She spent most of her childhood with Oliver, two peas in a pod. Who knew teenage years would complicate so much?
I love the dynamic that is brought to us. We have a woman scared to face the men of her heart. A man in line for the throne that is trying to do everything the right way. A jester. We are shared in the events that took place 5 years prior while living in the present. We get to know the little details that created this triangle of emotions. We get to see the easy flow that Alexandra and Oliver have between them, we see the relationship between the brothers, and how fiercely they love each other and Alexandra.
It was a really good read. The banter between the brothers and them picking on Alexandra for being American kept the story flowing. When Alexandra finally surrenders her heart and lets go of the past it was a nice coming together for them.
I love the dynamic that is brought to us. We have a woman scared to face the men of her heart. A man in line for the throne that is trying to do everything the right way. A jester. We are shared in the events that took place 5 years prior while living in the present. We get to know the little details that created this triangle of emotions. We get to see the easy flow that Alexandra and Oliver have between them, we see the relationship between the brothers, and how fiercely they love each other and Alexandra.
It was a really good read. The banter between the brothers and them picking on Alexandra for being American kept the story flowing. When Alexandra finally surrenders her heart and lets go of the past it was a nice coming together for them.
September 10, 2017
This is such an adorable and funny story! Alexandria Ryan is the daughter of the American Ambassador to England and she grew up with the kings sons Aiden, Frederick and Oliver. When Aiden her teenage crush catches her with his brother Ollie he stops speaking to her so she goes to college in America but she flunks out of that after having an affair with her married professor. When Alex is summoned home for the wedding of Freddie and Sophie she really dreads it but for the two weeks she's there she figures she can fake it till she makes it. The problem is that the reasons she left are still there and they still stick together like a family but Alex is afraid she will bring them down and cause the family to fight. Being back for the wedding causes the boys and Alex to get into all kinds of trouble and also causes Alex to confront her feelings. I loved how selfless Alex was when it came to the princes and how she would do anything to make them happy even going out of her comfort zone.
Reviewed on behalf of Once upon an Alpha
Reviewed on behalf of Once upon an Alpha
September 14, 2017
I had high hopes for this book and went into it expecting it to wow me but I’ll be honest it didn’t. It was kind of okay in the beginning and I thought it would get better as the story developed and improved. However I couldn’t get into it as it lacked the interesting story hook that usually gets me into a book.
The characters were likeable but the story itself in my honest opinion let it down. I do think this book is going to be a hit or miss with readers. Some may love this book for how its written and others won’t. I just was not one of those people who liked or loved it.
However I will say this whilst I could not engage with the plot or the story, it was not badly written, it just was not for me. I would say give it a go and see whether it suits you or not.
3 stars
September 18, 2017
This is the first time I have read any of this authors work, and it will certainly not be the last. Aly grew up with the Dudley boys, and Oliver always had a special place in her heart. Oliver is somebody who is pretty wild and does not care if the tabloids report his antics. When Aly returns after 3 years away, Oliver feels that his life is once again complete. These two are perfect together, but can secrets destroy their relationship? No spoilers; this is a must read, you will not be disappointed!
This is a well written storyline which flows seamlessly, and is also heartbreaking, humorous, emotional, sweet, and romantic. I recommend this authors work for all romance readers.
I voluntarily reviewed an advanced copy of this book!
This is a well written storyline which flows seamlessly, and is also heartbreaking, humorous, emotional, sweet, and romantic. I recommend this authors work for all romance readers.
I voluntarily reviewed an advanced copy of this book!
September 20, 2017
Usually I'm a big fan of plots about modern fairy tales. All the magic - not so true - about someone of royalty who falls in love with a commoner, and despite all the mishaps, love always triumphs.
In this case here, although the plot is something of the sort, the story didn't make me feel thrilled.
I'm not sure if it was the behavior of the female main character. Although in the end it is given a strong and plausible reason for her habitual behavior.
The Royal family was even interesting, but the romance of the main couple didn't convince me.
2,5 stars
ARC provided by NetGalley in exchange of an honest review
In this case here, although the plot is something of the sort, the story didn't make me feel thrilled.
I'm not sure if it was the behavior of the female main character. Although in the end it is given a strong and plausible reason for her habitual behavior.
The Royal family was even interesting, but the romance of the main couple didn't convince me.
2,5 stars
ARC provided by NetGalley in exchange of an honest review
August 18, 2017
Mehhhh...that's how I felt about this story at the beginning and it didn't really dissipate through the book. I mean, it has good parts, I really enjoyed Ollie and the dynamic of the royal family was fun but something about Alexandra that never clicked with me but I pushed through til the end. She does get marginally more tolerable as the end nears but for the most part it's a cute royal romance where the characters have history.
This was a complimentary advanced reader copy from the author/publisher in exchange for a honest review via Netgalley.
This was a complimentary advanced reader copy from the author/publisher in exchange for a honest review via Netgalley.
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