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At thirty thousand feet, assassins invade the first class cabin and put a knife to my throat. Then one of the passengers hurls them aside like they're nothing. The gorgeous, gruff giant who saves me is Garrett Buchanan, a former Marine. When we uncover a conspiracy to murder me, he becomes the only one I can trust. To stay alive, we must go on the run together.He's nothing like the men back home. He's as big and rugged as the Texas landscape. He might call me "Your Highness" but those blue eyes burn the clothes right off my body. I have to swap my dress and tiara for jeans and a plaid shirt and he shows me an America full of horses and sunsets and kisses in the rain. But the conspiracy goes further than we dreamed. To save my country, I must return home and take the throne long before I'm ready. And to protect me, Garrett must put on a suit and become a palace guard, forbidden to touch me, let alone kiss me.I know we can't be together. I know princesses don't get to fall in love. So what do I do? Because I've completely fallen for this man.Standalone romantic suspense with guaranteed HEA and no cliffhanger
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Published January 28, 2018
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February 5, 2018
Garrett is on his way home. On the airplane he sees a beautiful woman, but he doesn’t approach her. But when someone wants to kill that beautiful woman, he saves her. It’s very risky, but he’s determined to keep her alive. The woman introduces herself as Kristina, the princess of Lakovia. Lakovia is a small country in Europe. Krstina’s life is in danger and someone keeps trying to kill her. From that moment, Garrett will stay with Kristina and keep her safe.
Kristina and Garrett are incredible characters. Garrett is damaged, strong, closed off and protective. Garrett was an amazing soldier, until one tragic accident. It still haunts him and it changed his life completely. He was lost and lonely when Kristina came into his life. Kristina will change his life and she will make him happy again. Garrett will protect Kristina with his life.
Kristina is sweet, loving, caring, genuine, innocent and strong. She’s a great princess and will be Queen of Lakovia one day. Kristina trusts Garrett and she wants him with her. She loves him just like he is. Garrett and Kristina’s relationship was kind of forbidden, but nothing or no one could stop them from being together. Their attraction was too strong.
I loved Saving the Princess. It was suspenseful, action packed and a little emotional. There were many twists and turns. Things happen when I don’t expect them. Kristina was in danger all the time, but Garrett was always there. I was constantly wondering who wanted Kristina dead. I wasn’t completely right in the end and I loved that. What I didn’t always feel, was the connection between Garrett and Kristina.
-- My honest review is based on an advanced reader copy of this book. --
Kristina and Garrett are incredible characters. Garrett is damaged, strong, closed off and protective. Garrett was an amazing soldier, until one tragic accident. It still haunts him and it changed his life completely. He was lost and lonely when Kristina came into his life. Kristina will change his life and she will make him happy again. Garrett will protect Kristina with his life.
Kristina is sweet, loving, caring, genuine, innocent and strong. She’s a great princess and will be Queen of Lakovia one day. Kristina trusts Garrett and she wants him with her. She loves him just like he is. Garrett and Kristina’s relationship was kind of forbidden, but nothing or no one could stop them from being together. Their attraction was too strong.
I loved Saving the Princess. It was suspenseful, action packed and a little emotional. There were many twists and turns. Things happen when I don’t expect them. Kristina was in danger all the time, but Garrett was always there. I was constantly wondering who wanted Kristina dead. I wasn’t completely right in the end and I loved that. What I didn’t always feel, was the connection between Garrett and Kristina.
-- My honest review is based on an advanced reader copy of this book. --
March 23, 2025
Princess x bodyguard on CRACKKKKKK. When I’m telling you the action doesn’t stop man the action doesn’t stopppp. They were out here fighting for their lives in every chapter 😂 Give me an ex cowboy marine bodyguard any day.
The thing I love about this author is, she is not afraid to put her character through hell. I love the amount of action she puts into her books because i am neverrrr bored. It started off right into the action as the princess needs him to protect her and quickly turns nto a political war where she’s fighting to save her country. It’s packed full on content. I’m not saying it’s groundbreaking plot twists but it’s FUN. I had the time of my life every chapter and their tension was soooo good. It’s 100% insta lust but i don’t gaf! I WANT them to be obsessed with each other. He would protect her till the ends of the earth. When I need a romantic suspense I’m always coming to Helena because she writes it exactly how I fukin like it, dangerous with a hot man who’s willing to die for her!!!! Don’t let these covers deceive you!!!
The thing I love about this author is, she is not afraid to put her character through hell. I love the amount of action she puts into her books because i am neverrrr bored. It started off right into the action as the princess needs him to protect her and quickly turns nto a political war where she’s fighting to save her country. It’s packed full on content. I’m not saying it’s groundbreaking plot twists but it’s FUN. I had the time of my life every chapter and their tension was soooo good. It’s 100% insta lust but i don’t gaf! I WANT them to be obsessed with each other. He would protect her till the ends of the earth. When I need a romantic suspense I’m always coming to Helena because she writes it exactly how I fukin like it, dangerous with a hot man who’s willing to die for her!!!! Don’t let these covers deceive you!!!
November 14, 2018
I’m typically hesitant to read about fictional countries and royalty because my own mental map of Europe is set in reality as it is. Implausibility is what I struggle with the most in such romances that involve contemporary aristocrats who hail from yet another European country that doesn’t exist and the hard-to-believe factor shoots way up. So ‘Saving the Princess’ was a book that I waded in softly, softly, even when the world of difference between Kristina and Garrett became blindingly painful to read about, even as we’re plunged straight into the aftermath of an ill-fated flight that brings a jaded American ex-Marine into the path of an innocent princess.
I did think this imbalance between them needed some addressing however, at least for them to be considered equals before I could buy into them as a pairing. Helena Newbury’s enthusiasm in highlighting the rough-hewn vs. the royal, the naive innocent vs. the cynical, the protector and the victim—essentially polar opposites—also had the unwitting effect of creating a huge and nearly insurmountable gap in terms of experience between Garrett and Kristina.
Instead, there were paragraphs dedicated to their initial and relentless attraction and how much Garrett and Kristina wanted to get hot and heavy with each other (too many long descriptions of bulging biceps, smooth skin, how they wanted to rip each other’s clothes off), which detracted from the growing emotional connection that could have been more clearly brought out. So there was instant lust, but also unbending loyalty from the start and not a small amount of wanting body parts wanting to merge and wobble, but there was also a fairytale element in here as Garrett and Kristina were repeatedly put in situations where she simply needed constant rescuing.
The surprising thing however, was that it didn’t just end there. Where most books end after a building conflict, Newbury pushes it a step further with a whodunnit-mystery, adding impossibility for both Garrett and Kristina to be together after they left US soil to face yet more insurgents in her home country. As absorbing as some scenes were, ultimately, I still had a problem with the believability factor: some events and circumstances were too coincidental and too easy at times to pave the way forward for both Kristina and Garrett. By the end, I finished the book with an eyebrow still cocked in reluctant scepticism instead of waving a ‘kerchief saying ‘long live the princess (and Garrett)’.
I did think this imbalance between them needed some addressing however, at least for them to be considered equals before I could buy into them as a pairing. Helena Newbury’s enthusiasm in highlighting the rough-hewn vs. the royal, the naive innocent vs. the cynical, the protector and the victim—essentially polar opposites—also had the unwitting effect of creating a huge and nearly insurmountable gap in terms of experience between Garrett and Kristina.
Instead, there were paragraphs dedicated to their initial and relentless attraction and how much Garrett and Kristina wanted to get hot and heavy with each other (too many long descriptions of bulging biceps, smooth skin, how they wanted to rip each other’s clothes off), which detracted from the growing emotional connection that could have been more clearly brought out. So there was instant lust, but also unbending loyalty from the start and not a small amount of wanting body parts wanting to merge and wobble, but there was also a fairytale element in here as Garrett and Kristina were repeatedly put in situations where she simply needed constant rescuing.
The surprising thing however, was that it didn’t just end there. Where most books end after a building conflict, Newbury pushes it a step further with a whodunnit-mystery, adding impossibility for both Garrett and Kristina to be together after they left US soil to face yet more insurgents in her home country. As absorbing as some scenes were, ultimately, I still had a problem with the believability factor: some events and circumstances were too coincidental and too easy at times to pave the way forward for both Kristina and Garrett. By the end, I finished the book with an eyebrow still cocked in reluctant scepticism instead of waving a ‘kerchief saying ‘long live the princess (and Garrett)’.
November 3, 2018
A retired Marine saves the life of a European princess from those who look to overthrow her country.
A completely improbably romance, but I went with it and was entertained. 3 stars
A completely improbably romance, but I went with it and was entertained. 3 stars
February 20, 2018
Saving The Princess is a fast-paced romantic thriller. Garrett, discharged from the Marines and felling a bit lost over what to do with his life, is on his way home to try to figure things out and re-connect with his dad. Kristina is a princess from a small European country also on her way home from a diplomatic visit to the US. The two meet on a plane where Kristina is attacked by assassins and rescued by Garrett. This begins an adventure where the two of them will need to continually fight for their lives.
Kristina and Garrett both suffer from PTSD and recognize in each other a kindred spirit. There is instant attraction between the two and the narrative moves the story along very quickly. I liked the dynamic between the two of them and the book was very action packed, but there seemed to be almost too much going on for them to really get to know one another. It was difficult for me to suspend my disbelief with some of the obstacles that were thrown their way.
As always, Ms. Newbury gives us palpable sexual tension between the leads and engaging side characters that you want to get to know better. Although I didn’t enjoy this book as much as some others that Ms. Newbury has written, it was still a decent read.
I was gifted an ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.
Kristina and Garrett both suffer from PTSD and recognize in each other a kindred spirit. There is instant attraction between the two and the narrative moves the story along very quickly. I liked the dynamic between the two of them and the book was very action packed, but there seemed to be almost too much going on for them to really get to know one another. It was difficult for me to suspend my disbelief with some of the obstacles that were thrown their way.
As always, Ms. Newbury gives us palpable sexual tension between the leads and engaging side characters that you want to get to know better. Although I didn’t enjoy this book as much as some others that Ms. Newbury has written, it was still a decent read.
I was gifted an ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.
February 6, 2018
This story had the makings of a great book but there were a few points that were just too far-fetched and as a result, ruined it for me.
A normal flight turns into a nightmare for ex-marine Garrett when he interrupts the attempted murder of Kristina, a passenger in first class. Garrett springs into action and along with Princess Kristina's bodyguards, they go on the run trying to avoid the repeated attempts on Kristina's life.
My first issue with HN's characters is the males reaction to the female lead in every book. In this case, how is it possible that our MC's have just fought off the bad guys and after Kristina is sucked out a hole in the side of a plane and Garrett puts on a parachute and jumps out after her, that somehow, Garrett's underpants department is at full attention?! No matter how awful the situation is, he's always 'ready to go' *rolls eyes*. Now, I know that Kristina is royalty but who puts on a gown when they're quite literally running for their life and as for her and Garretts first sex scene together. She's so prim and proper (she makes Garrett call her 'your highness'!) so I don't believe that she'd ever lose her virginity the way she did - not very becoming of a Princess!!
Now, this story may have a happy ending but you'll have to suspend belief in order to get there.
A normal flight turns into a nightmare for ex-marine Garrett when he interrupts the attempted murder of Kristina, a passenger in first class. Garrett springs into action and along with Princess Kristina's bodyguards, they go on the run trying to avoid the repeated attempts on Kristina's life.
My first issue with HN's characters is the males reaction to the female lead in every book. In this case, how is it possible that our MC's have just fought off the bad guys and after Kristina is sucked out a hole in the side of a plane and Garrett puts on a parachute and jumps out after her, that somehow, Garrett's underpants department is at full attention?! No matter how awful the situation is, he's always 'ready to go' *rolls eyes*. Now, I know that Kristina is royalty but who puts on a gown when they're quite literally running for their life and as for her and Garretts first sex scene together. She's so prim and proper (she makes Garrett call her 'your highness'!) so I don't believe that she'd ever lose her virginity the way she did - not very becoming of a Princess!!
Now, this story may have a happy ending but you'll have to suspend belief in order to get there.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
February 5, 2018
📚I am honestly and voluntarily reviewing an advanced reader's copy of this 📱📚
I enjoyed the overall book. Garrett and Kristina are well written, interesting characters, and their love story, although a bit unconventional, was passionate. Great chemistry between them, interesting twists and turns. At times, the story bogged down for me after chapters that were well paced. So be prepared....it's a long one, but worth the read.
I enjoyed the overall book. Garrett and Kristina are well written, interesting characters, and their love story, although a bit unconventional, was passionate. Great chemistry between them, interesting twists and turns. At times, the story bogged down for me after chapters that were well paced. So be prepared....it's a long one, but worth the read.
March 28, 2018
I love Helena Newbury's books. I haven't read a bad one yet, and Saving the Princess was no exception. The story starts with Kristina, princess of Lakovia, a small European country, almost getting sucked out of an aeroplane. The action never really lets up from there. Garrett, a giant Texan and former Marine, becomes her de-facto bodyguard after he saves her from splattering her pretty self all over the ground in California, and along with three of her staff, they start on a crazy journey to root out a traitor in their midst and get the princess home, all while outrunning a highly trained band of assassins.
It's the kind of book where you have to suspend disbelief a little, with a number of made-up countries and a heavy dose of insta-love, but the writing's superb and the characters have definite chemistry. In a way, it reminded me of the TV show Designated Survivor, where every time they recover from one disaster, something even worse happens. High-octane from start to end.
I would offer one suggestion, though - skip the prologue. It's basically lifted from a later chapter in the book, and I found it acted as somewhat of a spoiler.
It's the kind of book where you have to suspend disbelief a little, with a number of made-up countries and a heavy dose of insta-love, but the writing's superb and the characters have definite chemistry. In a way, it reminded me of the TV show Designated Survivor, where every time they recover from one disaster, something even worse happens. High-octane from start to end.
I would offer one suggestion, though - skip the prologue. It's basically lifted from a later chapter in the book, and I found it acted as somewhat of a spoiler.
March 14, 2022
stunning and unexpected
Whew. This story! It was absolutely unexpected, in the best way possible. The road to Garrett and Kristina’s HEA was filled with so much danger, with some absolutely stunning curves. I loved every moment of this ride, and am sad that I’ve now read this authors entire backlist.
Whew. This story! It was absolutely unexpected, in the best way possible. The road to Garrett and Kristina’s HEA was filled with so much danger, with some absolutely stunning curves. I loved every moment of this ride, and am sad that I’ve now read this authors entire backlist.
February 1, 2018
4.5 stars
Saving the Princess was a breakneck fast-paced romantic suspense that made me feel out of breath, and my brain hurt from trying to figure out who the traitor was!
Saving the Princess was a breakneck fast-paced romantic suspense that made me feel out of breath, and my brain hurt from trying to figure out who the traitor was!
February 7, 2018
I quit reading halfway through because the details were just so unbelievable. It was worse than watching an action movie with Bruce Willis! I get that it's fiction, and I love the idea of the princess and the commoner, but I got tired of the "big dumb brute" comments, and the perfect princess. It was too trite to work for me. But the deal breaker was the princess stripping off her barely-there nightgown because she was on fire but her skin was unharmed, and then immediately after she was at the hospital, and the fact that she was naked was completely forgotten. There are many such situations, and I just couldn't read anymore.
March 3, 2018
I liked it, kinda. I definitely liked Garrett and Kristina. It was all just too, too much. Over the top in every way and never ending. Maybe at half the length, I could have better absorbed so much pomposity.
February 17, 2018
This book came into my hands (well my kindle) at a time in my life when I most needed an escape from the world. I would never like to take for granted an Author's work and regardless for being my escape this book was extraordinarily romantic and perfectly written.
Who didn't like reading fairytales growing up. Meeting a handsome prince and riding into the sunset?. Well this book was not that sort of fairytale. Instead Helena has given us an exhilarating, and explosive, rollercoaster ride, where the Princess falls in love with the rough but sexy as hell ex-marine gentle giant, and they find themselves fighting not only their mutual attraction but for their lives.
Garrett, a former marine, never imagined that he was going to find himself falling for a royal princess, but the moment he sets his eyes in Kristina he just can't seem to avert his sight. When he sees the princess in trouble, his battle instincts kick in and he is not going to stop until she can be safe once again. Falling out of a plane however is childs-play compared to the turbulent and alien emotions he is internally fighting when he is next to Kristina. He will stop at nothing to protect her and the more he is in her company the more he realises she is nothing like what he was expecting her to be.
Kristina is strong and beautiful. As a royal princess she has learnt the importance of responsibilities and the duty that comes with being a public figure. Her country has seen devastation, war and despair, and she has experienced first hand hatred from her enemies. Her country has risen and things seem to be back in order, but an attempt on her life whilst on a plane at thirty-thousand feet say otherwise.
Garrett and Kristina embark in the biggest fight for survival. Travelling across America, together they must find a way to outrun the enemy and bring Kristina back to the safety of her land. But when the enemy is within the chances are minimal. The more time they spend in each other company the hardest it gets to fight their feelings. Garrett only sees himself as a brute, useful for one purpose, but Kristina sees beyond his rugged exterior and she wants him badly. But when she has to choose between love and duty Garrett also has to decide between loving Kristina or protecting her royal highness.
I have had the pleasure of reading all of Helena's books and each have been so special, but I fell madly in love with both Garrett and Kristina. She is badass, smart and no-nonsense girl and Garrett is strong, handsome and has a heart that matches his big exterior, they are just a pair made in heaven and this was their perfect fairytale.
Thank You Helena for allowing me to read and review another masterpiece.
5 MAGICAL STARS. Isa for Jo&Isalovebooks Blog.
Who didn't like reading fairytales growing up. Meeting a handsome prince and riding into the sunset?. Well this book was not that sort of fairytale. Instead Helena has given us an exhilarating, and explosive, rollercoaster ride, where the Princess falls in love with the rough but sexy as hell ex-marine gentle giant, and they find themselves fighting not only their mutual attraction but for their lives.
Garrett, a former marine, never imagined that he was going to find himself falling for a royal princess, but the moment he sets his eyes in Kristina he just can't seem to avert his sight. When he sees the princess in trouble, his battle instincts kick in and he is not going to stop until she can be safe once again. Falling out of a plane however is childs-play compared to the turbulent and alien emotions he is internally fighting when he is next to Kristina. He will stop at nothing to protect her and the more he is in her company the more he realises she is nothing like what he was expecting her to be.
Kristina is strong and beautiful. As a royal princess she has learnt the importance of responsibilities and the duty that comes with being a public figure. Her country has seen devastation, war and despair, and she has experienced first hand hatred from her enemies. Her country has risen and things seem to be back in order, but an attempt on her life whilst on a plane at thirty-thousand feet say otherwise.
Garrett and Kristina embark in the biggest fight for survival. Travelling across America, together they must find a way to outrun the enemy and bring Kristina back to the safety of her land. But when the enemy is within the chances are minimal. The more time they spend in each other company the hardest it gets to fight their feelings. Garrett only sees himself as a brute, useful for one purpose, but Kristina sees beyond his rugged exterior and she wants him badly. But when she has to choose between love and duty Garrett also has to decide between loving Kristina or protecting her royal highness.
I have had the pleasure of reading all of Helena's books and each have been so special, but I fell madly in love with both Garrett and Kristina. She is badass, smart and no-nonsense girl and Garrett is strong, handsome and has a heart that matches his big exterior, they are just a pair made in heaven and this was their perfect fairytale.
Thank You Helena for allowing me to read and review another masterpiece.
5 MAGICAL STARS. Isa for Jo&Isalovebooks Blog.
January 31, 2018
This author has an endless imagination to craft great adventures full of action and hot romance. This one is no exception, and it still manages to awe with the scope of the excitement.
Thrilling rescues, daring races, mind-blowing shocks, and an epic romance that pits two crossed lovers against assassins and deadly politics.
I adored the characters. The rough soldier with a good heart and a troubled past, and the refined and brave princess from a war-torn country. It has a fairy-tale quality to it that enriches the fiery chemistry and the wild, non-stop dangers raining down on this ill-fated couple.
I loved the way Garrett and Kristina meet. Enchanting, pure, then into full-throttle action. That's how the story goes. A beautiful act of falling in love, punctuated by ardent lust, amidst bursts of bloody persecutions, traumatic experiences, ruthless killers and sacrifices everywhere.
From Texas to a palace in Europe, they fight against forbidden desire and love only to fight harder for their lives. It was thrilling to experience from page one till the last breathtaking sentence.
I don't have any complaints about this novel except for the fact that the hero happens to have a condom at hand every time he needs one, even after so many hair-ruffling events almost killing him :-D
It was staggering, the sheer amount of dangers and hurdles thrown at them! The pressure of duty and guilt though, could not surpass how deep their feelings for each other went. So passionate!
The frantic pace, double POV in quick chapters and the chain of never-ending perils just make this romance one hell of a ride. It's amazing, hot, surprising and pure dynamite :-) I like this author's style.
Thrilling rescues, daring races, mind-blowing shocks, and an epic romance that pits two crossed lovers against assassins and deadly politics.
I adored the characters. The rough soldier with a good heart and a troubled past, and the refined and brave princess from a war-torn country. It has a fairy-tale quality to it that enriches the fiery chemistry and the wild, non-stop dangers raining down on this ill-fated couple.
I loved the way Garrett and Kristina meet. Enchanting, pure, then into full-throttle action. That's how the story goes. A beautiful act of falling in love, punctuated by ardent lust, amidst bursts of bloody persecutions, traumatic experiences, ruthless killers and sacrifices everywhere.
From Texas to a palace in Europe, they fight against forbidden desire and love only to fight harder for their lives. It was thrilling to experience from page one till the last breathtaking sentence.
I don't have any complaints about this novel except for the fact that the hero happens to have a condom at hand every time he needs one, even after so many hair-ruffling events almost killing him :-D
It was staggering, the sheer amount of dangers and hurdles thrown at them! The pressure of duty and guilt though, could not surpass how deep their feelings for each other went. So passionate!
The frantic pace, double POV in quick chapters and the chain of never-ending perils just make this romance one hell of a ride. It's amazing, hot, surprising and pure dynamite :-) I like this author's style.
January 10, 2025
Garrett is a former US Marine who went through the Iraq war and came back feeling more like a zombie than anything else. Nothing prepared him for what he saw and was part of down there, causing him to be discharged from the core, after the biggest betrayal of them all, as well as suffering from the worst flashbacks that literally paralyze him on a regular basis, leaving him in a constant state of anger and worthlessness.
Things are about to change.
At 30,000 feet in the air aboard a commercial flight, Garrett needs to go to the bathroom and finds himself in first class where, before him, sleeping, is the most beautiful woman he has ever seen. He approaches her and is physically restrained, temporarily, by two guards who look at him with the evil eye stating that he has no place being in the presence of the Princess.
Turning back to get to his seat,he hears a woman cry and his instincts take over. He must protect at all cost. Entering first class again, he sees two men attacking the beautiful woman and immediately springs into action, causing the would be assassins to lose their grip and one of them is captured while the other escapes in mid air after literally blowing up one of the plane's door.
This masterfully written book by an author that I just discovered, is one of the best thrillers that I have had the pleasure of reading, this year. The plot is beautifully written and has all the elements that scream success. Love, Hate, Action, Treachery, Protocol, Beauty, the tactful approach of difficult but oh so real delicate subjects that plague so many and Political underhanded manovers that we read so much about.
I highly recommend this book and would award it 10 Stars if I could but am limited to a maximum of 5.
Things are about to change.
At 30,000 feet in the air aboard a commercial flight, Garrett needs to go to the bathroom and finds himself in first class where, before him, sleeping, is the most beautiful woman he has ever seen. He approaches her and is physically restrained, temporarily, by two guards who look at him with the evil eye stating that he has no place being in the presence of the Princess.
Turning back to get to his seat,he hears a woman cry and his instincts take over. He must protect at all cost. Entering first class again, he sees two men attacking the beautiful woman and immediately springs into action, causing the would be assassins to lose their grip and one of them is captured while the other escapes in mid air after literally blowing up one of the plane's door.
This masterfully written book by an author that I just discovered, is one of the best thrillers that I have had the pleasure of reading, this year. The plot is beautifully written and has all the elements that scream success. Love, Hate, Action, Treachery, Protocol, Beauty, the tactful approach of difficult but oh so real delicate subjects that plague so many and Political underhanded manovers that we read so much about.
I highly recommend this book and would award it 10 Stars if I could but am limited to a maximum of 5.
February 5, 2018
Kristina is the beautiful princess of a small country in Europe. Garrett is a rugged former Marine who happens to be at the right place at the right time. They meet on an airplane when an attempt is made on Kristina’s life and Garrett is able to save her. The story takes us on an action packed ride of Garrett trying to keep her safe while getting Kristina back to her country. Unfortunately, the assassins are always one step ahead.
I fell in love with Garrett immediately - much like he did Kristina. He’s this big ol’ powerful man who under the surface is struggling with his confidence and is such a sweetheart. From the moment he laid eyes on Kristina, he felt a need to protect her at all costs. He tried his best to fight the attraction, but it was obvious his feelings were shared by Kristina.
Kristina couldn’t remember ever feeling as safe as she did when she was with Garrett. She was aware of their shared attraction, but she also felt his need to watch over her and fight off anyone who threatened her safety. She was brave, humble and just a great person.
I’ll admit, a couple of the action scenes had me rolling my eyes a little. However it is fiction, and I liked the characters and story so much that it was easy to overlook them. Kristen and Garrett together were just so sweet, that I couldn’t help but love the story. It’s told in dual POVs and has a happy ending.
4.5 Stars
I fell in love with Garrett immediately - much like he did Kristina. He’s this big ol’ powerful man who under the surface is struggling with his confidence and is such a sweetheart. From the moment he laid eyes on Kristina, he felt a need to protect her at all costs. He tried his best to fight the attraction, but it was obvious his feelings were shared by Kristina.
Kristina couldn’t remember ever feeling as safe as she did when she was with Garrett. She was aware of their shared attraction, but she also felt his need to watch over her and fight off anyone who threatened her safety. She was brave, humble and just a great person.
I’ll admit, a couple of the action scenes had me rolling my eyes a little. However it is fiction, and I liked the characters and story so much that it was easy to overlook them. Kristen and Garrett together were just so sweet, that I couldn’t help but love the story. It’s told in dual POVs and has a happy ending.
4.5 Stars
February 4, 2018
I received this book with the understanding that I could leave a voluntary and honest review.
In this book we meet Garrett and Kristina. Both of them are on the same flight neither knew about the other until Garrett in his confusion wonders up to the first class section. At that moment he sees his own version of a sleeping beauty. With all his experience in the Marines he knows what the men say when they call her princess. What he doesn't understand is what she is doing on this flight. Can he save them both or will they both die before they can find their HEA?
Kristina is on the run but she can't tell anyone. So when she wakes from her nightmare and finds out that it is not just a nightmare. At this point Kristina doesn't know if she will even survive this flight let alone make it to her destination. When Garrett comes out of nowhere to save her she wonders is he the man to protect her or will she get them both killed?
This is an amazing book that will have you hooked from the first word to the very end. There are many twists and turns that I really want to tell you all about. I however don't want to ruin it for any other readers. I will say I would highly recommend it to anyone and everyone.
In this book we meet Garrett and Kristina. Both of them are on the same flight neither knew about the other until Garrett in his confusion wonders up to the first class section. At that moment he sees his own version of a sleeping beauty. With all his experience in the Marines he knows what the men say when they call her princess. What he doesn't understand is what she is doing on this flight. Can he save them both or will they both die before they can find their HEA?
Kristina is on the run but she can't tell anyone. So when she wakes from her nightmare and finds out that it is not just a nightmare. At this point Kristina doesn't know if she will even survive this flight let alone make it to her destination. When Garrett comes out of nowhere to save her she wonders is he the man to protect her or will she get them both killed?
This is an amazing book that will have you hooked from the first word to the very end. There are many twists and turns that I really want to tell you all about. I however don't want to ruin it for any other readers. I will say I would highly recommend it to anyone and everyone.
February 15, 2018
Don't let the cover fool you--after a slow start this book actually kept me awake and reading late into the night. There is non stop action and a possibly doomed love between a big lug of a Texan and the princess of a little European country.
She has been visiting the United States and it all starts as she is in first class sleeping and he (looking for a restroom) spots her and is enthralled. Then the unthinkable happens and some thugs try to murder her--our hero of course stops them--but they ignite a bomb--the hole in the plane is pulling everyone and thing out--------this is when it starts really moving along! But can he ultimately save the princess? Yes, they do fall in love--but will it be a happily after after?
There are several main characters in this novel-all of them unique and well described. Which one of them is the traitor who is telling the murderers where they are--It takes ingenuity and many false guesses to find out.
If you like non stop action with a bit of romance and flawed personalities thrown in with a bit of political intrigue-you will love this book.
Saving the Princess
She has been visiting the United States and it all starts as she is in first class sleeping and he (looking for a restroom) spots her and is enthralled. Then the unthinkable happens and some thugs try to murder her--our hero of course stops them--but they ignite a bomb--the hole in the plane is pulling everyone and thing out--------this is when it starts really moving along! But can he ultimately save the princess? Yes, they do fall in love--but will it be a happily after after?
There are several main characters in this novel-all of them unique and well described. Which one of them is the traitor who is telling the murderers where they are--It takes ingenuity and many false guesses to find out.
If you like non stop action with a bit of romance and flawed personalities thrown in with a bit of political intrigue-you will love this book.
Saving the Princess
January 30, 2018
Awesome storyline - completely packed with action, adventure, political intrigue and true love. Helena Newbury knows how to engage your attention from the very first page and keep you on the edge of your seat until the very last. My eyes were glued to this book as I rushed through to see what happens, which was a huge thrill but also a bit of a shame since the story deservves to be savored. Garrett is a discharged Marine with hints of PTSD - we find him crammed into an economy seat flying from NYC to LA. Looking for the restroom, he wanders into the first class cabin where he spots the most gorgeous, innocent, classy woman he's ever seen in his life. Fast asleep, she still captures his attention until he's moved along by her uniformed security detail. When he later hears a commotion up front, nothing can stop him from trying to rescue her. As it turns out, she's princess of a tiny European monarchy, and there is an attempt to assassinate her on the plane. The plot only gets more exciting from there. Absolutely thrilling!
April 8, 2023
On her way to NY for a UN meeting, Kristina, Princess of Lakovia is attacked by men intent on assassination and she loses two of her four guards during the altercation. Flying cross-country after a job interview, former marine Garrett Buchanan’s sharp ears remember what battle sounds like and arrives in time to stop a knife wielding thug from killing Kristina.
Making it to the FBI offices, Garrett and Kristina find it hard to say goodbye after arrangements are made to get her and her party home. Garrett decides to see her off at the airport but the convoy is attacked, surprisingly by another group attempting to assassinate her and they include the knife wielding thug from earlier!
Garrett’s suspicious of how they were found after the attack and takes it upon himself to keep them safe and on their way home. The group is then attacked at a random motel and the question has to be asked. This reader wasn’t exactly disappointed though this outing wasn’t nearly as suspenseful or intriguing as I’ve come to expect from this author.
Rating: 3.5stars
Making it to the FBI offices, Garrett and Kristina find it hard to say goodbye after arrangements are made to get her and her party home. Garrett decides to see her off at the airport but the convoy is attacked, surprisingly by another group attempting to assassinate her and they include the knife wielding thug from earlier!
Garrett’s suspicious of how they were found after the attack and takes it upon himself to keep them safe and on their way home. The group is then attacked at a random motel and the question has to be asked. This reader wasn’t exactly disappointed though this outing wasn’t nearly as suspenseful or intriguing as I’ve come to expect from this author.
Rating: 3.5stars
February 2, 2018
Awesome romance between a former marine and a princess. Garrett served his country but during his years in the US Marines he was injured, traumatized and felt betrayed by the politicians. While on his way towards his home Garrett runs into Katrina who also happens to be a princess under fire. His trained instincts to protect kick in. Katrina was coming to the US to meet with other countries leaders and the UN. Unfortunately, several assassination attempts are made. The story is a powerful one at times. Not only does Garrett suffer from PTSD but so does Katrina. The story has act.ion from the beginning but it also had attraction. The connection between Garrett and Katrina as well as several other characters are strong. The characters show strength, unitity, belief in one another and devotion. I received a complementary copy of this book and chose to write a review. I look forward to reading future books by Ms. Newbury.
March 23, 2018
Kristina, long live the Queen
This is a great standalone KU library selection. It features Kristina, a princess from a small European monarcy who is flying first class from NY to LA when a scruffy, bearded giant wanders into the cabin, just in time to save her from assassins. Garret is a Marine veteran who is struggling with unemployment and PTSD flashbacks and nightmares. He's returning to LA after losing a job in NY and wanders into first class. Recognizing his mistake, he starts to leave when he notices a young woman sleeping in her pajamas. Then he sees the man with a blade at her throat, and training kicks in.
Garrett and Kristina are an odd match. What they have, however, is undying loyalty. His is to her and to keeping her safe. Hers is to her country and her people. Their love is born in the fires of vengeance, hate and betrayal. But love, and loyalty, conquer all.
This is a great standalone KU library selection. It features Kristina, a princess from a small European monarcy who is flying first class from NY to LA when a scruffy, bearded giant wanders into the cabin, just in time to save her from assassins. Garret is a Marine veteran who is struggling with unemployment and PTSD flashbacks and nightmares. He's returning to LA after losing a job in NY and wanders into first class. Recognizing his mistake, he starts to leave when he notices a young woman sleeping in her pajamas. Then he sees the man with a blade at her throat, and training kicks in.
Garrett and Kristina are an odd match. What they have, however, is undying loyalty. His is to her and to keeping her safe. Hers is to her country and her people. Their love is born in the fires of vengeance, hate and betrayal. But love, and loyalty, conquer all.
July 25, 2023
Royal Guard rivals Mount Mercy in the non-stop, fast paced, hard hitting action, suspense and intrigue department. At times, does it stretch believable boundries...sure. But, it's fiction and I for one loved getting caught up in it. There was something about Garrett Buchanan that captivated me. He's obviously a man living in great emotional pain and carrying the scars from 8t. He doesnt see himself as anything other that a dumb grunt but he's so much more. He's savvy, resourceful, fearless and cunning. Princess Kristina of Lakovia was raised with the proverbial silver spoon. She's titled, intelligent, dutiful and beautiful. The very thing that Garrett doesn't deserve and definitely not someone he could have. Yet, catching a brief glimpse of her asleep stirs an immediate longing. What ensues is a wild cross country trek with danger and assassination attempts lurking at almost every corner, coup plots, treason within palace walls and an all encompassing love story.
January 29, 2018
Two things - I love Helena's books and I read the ARC of this one so it could change a little before publication. My review is voluntary.
Garrett is an ex-marine with some problems. Kristina is a princess with worse problems. When Garrett first sees Kristina asleep in the first-class section of the plane he is on, he doesn't realize how much his life is about to change. All he knows is he is mesmerized by her and has no doubt that whoever she is, she is way above his lowly spot in life.
I am not going to spoil the story for you by telling you more about the contents of the book. Just know that it is full of heart - stopping action, tender moments, and some hot sex. There are a few things I found difficult to fathom in the ARC copy, but all-in-all the story was excellent. If you haven't read any of Helena's books you should grab them all the first chance you get.
Garrett is an ex-marine with some problems. Kristina is a princess with worse problems. When Garrett first sees Kristina asleep in the first-class section of the plane he is on, he doesn't realize how much his life is about to change. All he knows is he is mesmerized by her and has no doubt that whoever she is, she is way above his lowly spot in life.
I am not going to spoil the story for you by telling you more about the contents of the book. Just know that it is full of heart - stopping action, tender moments, and some hot sex. There are a few things I found difficult to fathom in the ARC copy, but all-in-all the story was excellent. If you haven't read any of Helena's books you should grab them all the first chance you get.
February 2, 2018
Another fantastic story from Helena. This book was enthralling, action packed and with more tension than my finger nails could cope with!
Garrett, a former Marine who just sees himself as a grunt who cannot settle due to incidents that happened in his military career.
Kristina, a princess and heir to the throne of Lakovia who herself had hidden issues from her past.
On a fight from NYC to LA is where they meet being thrown together headfirst!
From this the story develops with intense drama, tension and lots of chemistry between Garrett and Kristina.
Can two complete opposites be together, overcome what lies ahead of them and find their HEA?
This book will have you engrossed with the fast pace, twists and turns from the start to finish with this thrilling story. I wanted more. Thank you.
Garrett, a former Marine who just sees himself as a grunt who cannot settle due to incidents that happened in his military career.
Kristina, a princess and heir to the throne of Lakovia who herself had hidden issues from her past.
On a fight from NYC to LA is where they meet being thrown together headfirst!
From this the story develops with intense drama, tension and lots of chemistry between Garrett and Kristina.
Can two complete opposites be together, overcome what lies ahead of them and find their HEA?
This book will have you engrossed with the fast pace, twists and turns from the start to finish with this thrilling story. I wanted more. Thank you.
February 12, 2018
Saving the Princess is a great story about a troubled former Marine and a princess in danger. Rescuing Kristina from an attempted assassination, Garrett finds a renewed sense of purpose in his life, not to mention an overwhelming attraction to the beautiful, sweet princess. Kristina is not without nightmares of her own and Garrett makes her feel safe for the first time in a long time. If they can survive the assassins and betrayal coming at them from every angle, will this American commoner and his royal princess have a chance at happy ever after?
I think this story has more action packed into it than any other romance I've read. The writing is great. The relationship between these likable characters is sweet and romantic. I was completely caught up in their story and enjoyed it very much.
I am voluntarily reviewing an advance reader copy of this book.
I think this story has more action packed into it than any other romance I've read. The writing is great. The relationship between these likable characters is sweet and romantic. I was completely caught up in their story and enjoyed it very much.
I am voluntarily reviewing an advance reader copy of this book.
January 9, 2024
Oh. My. Gosh. This book will have you smiling, laughing, crying, and on the edge of your seat as you desperately turn the page to keep reading. You’ll have shivers down your spine, goosebumps on your arms.
When I say that you won’t be able to put this book down, I’m not kidding- when I was forced to stop reading, I kept thinking about our fearless princess and gruff hero. I also considered trying out some of the self-defense moves from the book on my husband when he reminded me at 3am that I needed to sleep or eat at some point. Turns out channeling your inner Garrett to say you aren’t gonna budge works really well when you just want peace to read one more chapter.
This is going on my permanent “re-read” list- it’s just THAT good. Put this on the top of your TBR and buckle up for a wild ride!
When I say that you won’t be able to put this book down, I’m not kidding- when I was forced to stop reading, I kept thinking about our fearless princess and gruff hero. I also considered trying out some of the self-defense moves from the book on my husband when he reminded me at 3am that I needed to sleep or eat at some point. Turns out channeling your inner Garrett to say you aren’t gonna budge works really well when you just want peace to read one more chapter.
This is going on my permanent “re-read” list- it’s just THAT good. Put this on the top of your TBR and buckle up for a wild ride!
January 30, 2018
I always love this kind of story from Helena Newbury, and this one was no different. Garrett was a broken vet, Kristina was a real princess. They met on a chance, and life threw them a loop. They came from completely different world, though both had demons to fight. In the end, true love prevail.
I like Garrett, and I warmed up with Kristina soon enough. Their characters were wholesome, flawed and perfect. Background characters were also built fully, so they’re not merely addition, but necessary to the story. The hotness level also high. I love everything in this story.
Great story, hot romance… Look no further!
I was provided a complementary copy by the author / publisher, but this in no way influenced my thoughts or opinions.
I like Garrett, and I warmed up with Kristina soon enough. Their characters were wholesome, flawed and perfect. Background characters were also built fully, so they’re not merely addition, but necessary to the story. The hotness level also high. I love everything in this story.
Great story, hot romance… Look no further!
I was provided a complementary copy by the author / publisher, but this in no way influenced my thoughts or opinions.
January 31, 2018
I read this book from two sittings and not by choice. If I had my way I would have read it in one go. One piece of advice: make sure you have time for it because you won't want to let go. It's fast paced, it's dangerous, it's thrilling but at the same time scorching hooooot. Right from the prologue it gets you and you just have to hang in there biting your nails and being on edge all the time. Are you going to love it still?!!? Oh, yesss!!!
The princess and the "grunt". I wanted to reach out and slap Garrett for putting himself down so easily. He's the best prince and hero Kristina could have found. His loyalty and love towards her doesn't know limits. It's that plain and simple. It was one hell of a ride with these two and her country and I was all for it. 5 royal stars!!!
The princess and the "grunt". I wanted to reach out and slap Garrett for putting himself down so easily. He's the best prince and hero Kristina could have found. His loyalty and love towards her doesn't know limits. It's that plain and simple. It was one hell of a ride with these two and her country and I was all for it. 5 royal stars!!!
February 3, 2018
Cat and mouse chase
I loved this, Helena didn't disappoint.
Marine saves a beautiful girl who just happens to be a princess. Attempts are made on her life and he steps up to protect her as no one can be trusted. Great story of a cat and mouse chase, it was thrilling and although on occasion a little bit hard to believe it didn't matter as it played out like a bond movie.
The characters were really good and I loved the fact that the romance was patient and chaste, it was balanced and flowed really well. Utterly captivating and entertaining.
I would recommend this if you like a bit of adventure, drama, romance, action, suspense and fun.
I loved this, Helena didn't disappoint.
Marine saves a beautiful girl who just happens to be a princess. Attempts are made on her life and he steps up to protect her as no one can be trusted. Great story of a cat and mouse chase, it was thrilling and although on occasion a little bit hard to believe it didn't matter as it played out like a bond movie.
The characters were really good and I loved the fact that the romance was patient and chaste, it was balanced and flowed really well. Utterly captivating and entertaining.
I would recommend this if you like a bit of adventure, drama, romance, action, suspense and fun.
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