Royal Player: A Noble Hero/Virgin Romantic Comedy

The Rourkes #5

by Kylie Gilmore

Polly
I’m a modern twenty-three-year-old princess bound by rules more suited to medieval times. My father’s declining health means I will soon be queen, but, as a woman, I will not be allowed to rule alone. I can only claim my birthright by marrying the man chosen for me—a business tycoon useful to our kingdom.

My parents are unbending. If I do not comply, my younger cousin will take my place simply because he’s a man.

I’m the one who must bend, or walk away and lose everything—my family, my birthright, my island home.

I never met a man tempting enough to risk a kingdom…and then I meet him.

Oscar
I’m the good looking one. If you need to pick me out of the middle of the Rourke clan, that’s how you do it. Does it bother me that nothing is expected of the fourth-born son other than to flash my devastatingly handsome smile for the press? Maybe.

Would I like to be needed even just by one person who sees me as the key to something important? Yes.

And then I meet her.

Only lightning struck for the wrong woman. She’s on Villroy for a short time before she must return home and marry the man her parents have chosen. If she doesn’t, she loses her birthright.

If I truly care for Polly, I’ll walk away. But do I have the strength to resist the most perfect woman I’ve ever met?  

The Rourkes Series
Royal Catch (Book 1)
Royal Hottie (Book 2)
Royal Darling (Book 3)
Royal Charmer (Book 4)
Royal Player (Book 5)
Royal Shark (Book 6)

Genres: Romance, Contemporary

200 pages, Kindle Edition

First published July 19, 2019

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KYLIE’S BOOKS

HAPPY ENDINGS IN CLOVER PARK
The Kissing Part (Book 1)
The Sexy Part (Book 2)

UNLEASHED ROMANCE
Fetching (Book 1)
Dashing (Book 2)
Sporting (Book 3)
Toying (Book 4)
Blazing (Book 5)
Chasing (Book 6)
Daring (Book 7)
Leading (Book 8)
Racing (Book 9)
Loving (Book 10)

THE ROURKES
Royal Catch (Book 1)
Royal Hottie (Book 2)
Royal Darling (Book 3)
Royal Charmer (Book 4)
Royal Player (Book 5)
Royal Shark (Book 6)
Rogue Prince (Book 7)
Rogue Gentleman (Book 8)
Rogue Rascal (Book 9)
Rogue Angel (Book 10)
Rogue Devil (Book 11)
Rogue Beast (Book 12)

HAPPY ENDINGS BOOK CLUB
Hidden Hollywood (Book 1)
Inviting Trouble (Book 2)
So Revealing (Book 3)
Formal Arrangement (Book 4)
Bad Boy Done Wrong (Book 5)
Mess With Me (Book 6)
Resisting Fate (Book 7)
Chance of Romance (Book 8)
Wicked Flirt (Book 9)
An Inconvenient Plan (Book 10) 
A Happy Endings Wedding (Book 11)

CLOVER PARK SERIES
The Opposite of Wild (Book 1)
Daisy Does It All (Book 2)
Bad Taste in Men (Book 3)
Kissing Santa (Book 4)
Restless Harmony (Book 5)
Not My Romeo (Book 6)
Rev Me Up (Book 7)
An Ambitious Engagement (Book 8)
Clutch Player (Book 9)
A Tempting Friendship (Book 10)
Clover Park Bride: Nico and Lily’s Wedding
A Valentine’s Day Gift (Book 11)
Maggie Meets Her Match (Book 12)

CLOVER PARK CHARMERS
Almost Over It (Book 1)
Almost Married (Book 2)
Almost Fate (Book 3)
Almost in Love (Book 4)
Almost Romance (Book 5)
Almost Hitched (Book 6)

Reviews

[Isha Coleman · Rating 5 out of 5]

I underestimated my emotional connection to this series. The Rourke men are dropping like flies and taking my heart along for the ride. Kylie Gilmore blends her sense of humor with heartwarming romance and an abundance of charm to keep readers coming back for more. There's been enough sitting on the sidelines, now it's Polly's turn to shine. Forget tradition, Polly has a spirit that needs to be in the spotlight. Weighed down by responsibilities, it will take an overlooked Prince to show her that the road less traveled, could be a perfect fit for love. The Princess that started it all is about to claim heart's everywhere. Smart, funny, sexy and sweet. Royal Player is a winner in my eyes.

[Romanticamente Fantasy · Rating 4 out of 5]

Fede L. - per RFS
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Gabriel è diventato re, Phillip ha trovato il suo posto in giro nel mondo, Lucas è finalmente diventato Amministratore delegato e Adrian ha idee vincenti per il rilancio dell’economia del regno. In tutto questo, Oscar, il quartogenito, non vedendo un ruolo per sé, si sente tagliato fuori ed è per questo che appoggia da subito l’idea di Adrian dell’apertura di un casinò esclusivo sull’isola, di cui ovviamente sarebbe socio, così da sentirsi parte di un progetto per il suo regno.
Quando, all’improvviso, arriva Polly, il cui vero nome è Mary Louise Lion, principessa delle isole di Beaumont, regno assai retrogrado. Vi ricordate quando Anna si presentò sull’isola di Villroy nei panni di Polly e conquistò accidentalmente il cuore di Gabriel? Ora abbiamo la possibilità di conoscerne la versione originale, talmente somigliante da sembrare una sorella, più che una lontana cugina. Secondo Oscar, però, la principessa ha una luminosità interna che manca ad Anna, oltre ad avere il portamento e l’attitudine di una regina.
Scappata in America per sfuggire a un matrimonio con il magnate del turismo Peter (20 anni più grande di lei, pelato e bolso), sceltole dai genitori, Polly si mette in contatto con Anna, ma combina un pasticcio dopo l’altro, tanto da essere arrestata per scambio d’identità. Sarà Gabriel a intervenire e a far sì che la pena si riduca alla libertà vigilata. È proprio alla scadenza di questa che Polly si reca a Villroy, per assistere al parto della cugina, ora regina del regno. Sono i suoi ultimi attimi di libertà; difatti, per entrare in possesso del titolo di regina che le spetta e a causa delle usanze obsolete della sua isola, deve sposarsi e arrivare illibata al giorno del matrimonio; sarà il medico di corte a dover confermare la sua verginità. Si è rassegnata a sposare Peter dopo che quest’ultimo, forte di un prestito fatto ai suoi genitori al momento non in grado di saldarlo, minaccia di requisire il resort per il quale ha fornito i soldi e dichiarare pubblicamente la casa reale insolvente. A tutto questo si va ad aggiungere la malattia del padre, che vuole abdicare perché il morbo di Parkinson lo rende sempre più stanco.
Quando Polly arriva al castello, Oscar ha un colpo di fulmine decisamente ricambiato, ma, date le circostanze, lei riesce, almeno nell’immediato, a nasconderlo bene.
È sicuramente un’attrazione inopportuna: Oliver finalmente ha trovato come ritagliarsi un ruolo a Villroy, mentre Polly vuole assolutamente rivendicare il suo ruolo di regina a Beamount, nonostante ciò che, ahimè, la cosa comporta. Eppure il feeling tra i due è tale che, ben presto, devono soccombere all’inevitabile. Oliver, senza nemmeno rendersene conto, diventa il cavaliere dalla lucente armatura, che fa di tutto per proteggere la fanciulla e, per toglierla dai guai, decide di vendere il vigneto in suo possesso in Italia. Comprato ai tempi con i suoi primi guadagni da calciatore professionista, è, praticamente, l’ultimo legame tangibile che gli è rimasto col padre, allora fiero della carriera del figlio, prematuramente cessata a causa di un infortunio. Secondo il defunto re, quel vigneto sarebbe dovuto diventare “il regno” di Oscar.
A Polly si prospetta una libertà insperata: Marge, la sua chaperon, è bloccata a letto da un’influenza sin dall’arrivo a Villroy e la ragazza decide di approfittarne il più possibile, portando con sé a Montecarlo una giovane cameriera, pagandola per fare finta di essere la sua chaperon sostituiva. Il viaggio è stato pensato dai fratelli per consultarsi con il direttore del casinò, Charles, un essere assai più viscido di quanto credevano i principi e che cercherà di ricattare Polly, mettendola in una posizione ancor più scomoda di quella in cui già si trova. Oscar, vedendola in difficoltà interviene in sua difesa; è da questo momento che i giovani iniziano ad avvicinarsi, anche se inizialmente cercano di mantenere intatta la virtù della fanciulla, malgrado gli incontri focosi che iniziano ad avvenire clandestinamente.
Trovo che gli uomini dei Rourke siano bravissimi a complicarsi la vita, creandosi problemi dove non ce ne sarebbero di così insormontabili; Oscar, quanto meno, rispetto ai suoi fratelli è un po’ meno borioso e saccente, anzi, è proprio un pezzo di pane dal cuore d’oro, ma con la sua convinzione di dover fare la sua parte a Villroy rischia di mandare tutto all’aria.
Vi confesso una cosa, un tempo finito di leggere un libro, nei sogni mi trovavo proiettata nella storia, ovviamente rielaborandola modo mio o immaginandone l’evolversi dopo la parola fine; era tanto che non mi capitava più, ma con questo quinto episodio dei Rourke, invece, sono stata catapultata tra principi e regine, e, quand’è così, il libro lo amo ancor di più.
Non posso che consigliare di continuare a leggere le avventure sentimentali di questa casata dal cuore vichingo; né gli uomini né le donne vi deluderanno, magari ogni tanto vi faranno innervosire, ma poi gli si perdona tutto.

[Quinn Fforde · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have really been enjoying this series, but I wanted to know what happened to Polly. She was instrumental to the plot of the first book, but she didn't have her own story yet.
Polly has a big personality and can be impulsive, and this has caused her some trouble in the past. She doesn't fit into the role her country has set for royal women. She has matured in the past year, and she is ready to demonstrate that. She sums up the book's conflict at the end of chapter one: "I'm still going to attempt the impossible -- gaining the throne on my own terms while keeping my family and my kingdom safe. Who better to tackle the impossible than the person who's been labeled impossible?" Watching her do that was awesome.
Oscar has the opposite problem. He has nothing to do since an injury forced him out of professional soccer. His siblings are finding their roles in life, and he is at loose ends. Polly shows up and bowls him over, and then a new idea comes about that could give Oscar the purpose he is looking for. The problem is that he seems to be in love with the one woman he can't have. She confides her problems to him, and he is compelled to be her hero. He is very sweet about it, and I loved the way he respected Polly's wishes for her future.
I thought Polly and Oscar had great chemistry and complemented each other very well. I thought I knew where the plot was going, and that would have been nice but not great. Then stuff got serious, and Polly and Oscar got to show their true colors. The last half of the book was terrific.
I enjoyed seeing the previous characters again, especially Alice because I love her. And we get to meet Anna and Gabriel's baby in this one, too! On to Adrian!

[Pam · Rating 4 out of 5]

Polly & Oscar were a dream! Polly is the royal that was hiding in America & basically brought Anna & Gabriel together in Book 1. She’s from a restrictive, proper monarchy but it’s just not her. She’s outspoken, colorful & happy go lucky. I fell in love with her character from the beginning. She’s supposed to go home & submit to a six week courtship before marrying a businessman that her parents feel will be a proper alliance. Her time with Anna & Gabriel awaiting The birth of the baby is her last break before settling into her parents plans. Then she met Oscar ......

Oscar is the fourth in line to the crown. The press calls him the good looking one. He’s had several relationships but hasn’t found the one. He knows nothing is expected of him but he wants a way to leave his mark on the island. He was on his way to a European football (soccer) career but tore out his knee & had to retire. He lost his heart to Polly the minute she walked through the door. He tried to stay away, knowing the arrangement she was in but couldn’t. Once he found out the kind of guy her intended was, all bets were off. He was determined to show her they belonged together.

I really enjoyed seeing these two personalities clash & find a way to come together. Oscar is used to being the only royal in a relationship & having others cave into him where Polly is determined to be there for her country. They come together under the idea of the casino but fall apart when disaster befalls Polly’s country. They both need to learn compromise & how to lean on the other. This was truly an enjoyable story to read.

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Cette série Royale fait vraiment partie de ces livres rapides mais tellement addictifs. Je suis une fois de plus tombé sous le charme d’un des frères Rourke. Cette fois, c’est Oscar et sa générosité qui ont réussi à conquérir mon coeur de lectrice.

Dans ce cinquième tome, on retrouve Oscar, le quatrième frère Rourke mais également Polly. Oscar m’a plu dès les premières lignes. Il est droit, respectueux, gentil mais surtout il est généreux et à toutes les qualités d’un bon roi. Quant à la princesse Polly, pour vous situer, elle avait échangé sa place avec Anna dans le premier tome. C’est donc grâce à elle et ces idées farfelues qu’Anna et Gabriel se sont rencontrés. On a eu des nouvelles d’elles par la suite mais dans ce cinquième tome, c’est elle l’héroïne. Cette jeune femme est d’une force impressionnante. J’ai adoré sa persévérance. Polly et Oscar vont avoir ce qu’on appelle « le coup de foudre » au premier regard. Mais bien des obstacles se dressent sur leurs chemins. Pour pouvoir s’aimer, ils vont devoir faire des sacrifices. Mais le jeu en vaudra la chandelle. Une fois de plus, l’amour est rapide et l’attirance très forte mais c’est le style de cette série. Bien évidemment, cela ne plaira pas à tout le monde mais personnellement à part un début un peu long, le reste de l’histoire a été très addictif. Impossible de lâcher ce livre avant de connaître le dénouement.

L’auteure arrive à chaque fois à me charmer avec son personnage masculin et à me toucher avec son personnage féminin. Je me suis une fois de plus vite attaché à ces deux-êtres tout comme je me suis attachée au reste du clan Rourke. Cette famille royale m’a accueilli dès le premier tome à Villeroy dans leur magnifique château et depuis c’est avec beaucoup de tristesse que je les quitte à la fin de chaque lecture. Quel plaisir de retrouver les anciens personnages et d’avoir de leurs nouvelles. Tous ces personnages ont un rôle important dans toutes ces histoires. Il faut le savoir car il vous faudra lires tous les livres dans l’ordre pour pouvoir suivre les évènements sur la longueur.

Un livre touchant. Une histoire forte et addictive. Des personnages charmants et combatifs. Une famille royale au top. Une excellente lecture que je ne peux que vous conseiller. Ne vous arrêtez pas aux premières pages mais persévérez car après, c’est addictif et on en redemande.

[Eileen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Polly and Oscar’s royal story was a fun and wonderful adventure in Royal Player by Kylie Gilmore, book five in The Rourkes series. Imagine you have been groomed your entire life to be the queen except you must marry a man who would be useful to the kingdom in order for that to happen. That’s the life Polly is bound by. Not only that, but the man her parents chose is twenty years older, cares only about making money for himself and not as loyal as he professes. Given a reprieve to attend the birth of the Villroy royal baby, Polly has a chance to figure out what to do about her future. Then she meets the one man possibly worth walking away and losing her family, her birthright, her island home. Oscar is the fourth-born son and other than being the good looking one has little to offer or expected of him. Then he meets her. Lightning strikes, electricity sizzles, and their magnetic attraction brings them together and they fall in love at first sight or is it first touch; despite being the wrong time and wrong place. Oscar works hard to find a way to usurp the man Polly is supposed to marry and find a way to be the perfect man to be her king. When a hurricane hits her island Oscar finds the opportunity to prove his worth and love for Polly.

Ms. Gilmore wrote a wonderfully very humorous, sexy, and moving tale filled with sexual chemistry, hysterical situations, and endearing characters that is not to be missed. I loved how she found a way to provide Polly and Oscar a love and future together that neither ever expected. I highly recommend Royal Player to other readers and look forward to reading the next book in this series.

I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book.

[Monica · Rating 5 out of 5]

Incredible addition to this fantastic series! I can't get enough of the Rourke's!

Princess 'POLLY' MARY LOUISE LYON of Beaumont has been prepared since birth to marry a man, of her parent's choosing, that would be suitable to lead their small country into the future. But for her parents it doesn't necessarily mean into the 21st century. Their somewhat primitive standards are held firmly in place and Polly must abide by them if she intends to lead when her father retires. What she needs right now is to get away and visit her best friend and distant cousin Queen Anna of Villroy. What she doesn't expect is the instant attraction to one of the king's brothers.

Being the 4th in line to the throne means Prince Oscar doesn't know what his future holds until one day he and his brother Adrian develop a plan to add a casino to the strategy to improve their country's economy. When the queen's cousin arrives for the birth of her baby their is an instant attraction Oscar feels for Polly and it only intensifies when he realizes what she is willing to do for her country.

Oscar must now figure out how to protect her from being forced into a marriage of alliance from a manipulative blackmailer while still helping his family to support his own country's needs. Strong and independent Polly must prove to her parents she deserves to rule her way or lose her country forever. When a catastrophic storm hits her island everything will change. And someone will have to sacrifice everything for love.

I received an ARC and voluntarily offer this review.

[Sharon · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow, Kylie is killing it with this royal series! 5 diamond crowns for this one!
Meet Oscar, 4th brother in the Rourke family. He was a star football player till an injury ended his career early. It was the one thing he and his father who has since passed shared. Now wondering what his role is on Villroy, when he meets Queen Anna's cousin, Princess Polly, he's quite taken with her. He has heard her story, and suddenly feels protective of her. He wants her to be happy.
When he joins his brother Adrian, in a quest to add a casino to their island, Polly joins in on the adventure, and they head off to Monte Carlo to visit with an investor, who in turn, knows of Polly's future husband, and in turn tries to blackmail her. Oscar to the rescue, it seems that's his new role, always rescuing Polly!
Can these two face their feelings for one another, yet let her keep her birthright of becoming Queen of Beaumont?
This story had me not able to put this book down, if you haven't started this series by Kylie, you need to catch up! This one will have you swooning even more and searching for your own prince charming, if you haven't already found him! Grab this asap!

[Michelle · Rating 4 out of 5]

Oscar is 4th born in the Rourke family... He gets to lead his life any way he wants, as nothing is expected of him. NOTHING!! This makes him feel pretty useless to his kingdom. He wants to leave his mark on Villroy, to be important and useful to SOMEONE.

Polly is the contemporary princess of another kingdom (caught up in old time traditions) who was hiding out in America. Since her fathers health is worsening, she is summoned back to her kingdom to take her place as Queen, BUT only if she marries the man chosen through an alliance to be her King. If not, she loses her birthright to her male cousin, her family and her Ancestral home.

Polly stops in Villroy to be there for the Queen who will be giving birth shortly.

When she and Oscar meet, there is an instant attraction. Oscar does not want to risk Polly's place as Queen in her Kingdom. He fights his desire for her.
Polly, for the first time, struggles with doing what she truly wants, and what is right for her status as Princess.

Will the two find a way to be together without risking Polly's birthright, family and home?

Another great addition to the Rourkes series

[JLS · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love Oscar!!! Oh my word the boy can be my Prince any day!! This is the fifth book in the Rourkes series. It's a great series with each book being a stand alone. (Though I highly recommend reading them all in order).
Oscar is the fourth born son of the monarchy. He had no real place. His career in soccer was cut short due to an injury and he's at a loss of what to do now.
Polly is a princess soon to be Queen in an impossible situation. She's being blackmailed to marry a man she doesn't like, let alone love. So she buys some time by visiting her friend Queen Anna of Villroy. She's there for the birth of Anna's baby but as she meets her friend's in laws, she's quite taken with one Prince in particular.
Oscar is stunned by Polly and her beauty. Speechless! But then as he and his brothers start planning a casino, he's struck my her spirit, her brains and her drive.
Falling for each other would be disastrous. She's soon to be Queen and marrying another and he's finally found purpose and his legacy in his own country.
When disaster strikes her kingdom, will it tear them apart or bring them together?
I received this ARC in exchange for my honest review.

[Dawn Herrera · Rating 5 out of 5]

Royal Player was another fantastic story by the talented Kylie Gilmore, this was a fun and exciting story. This is a story of family, a bit of blackmail and definitely some love. The characters are just lovable. Polly “Princess Mary Louise Lyon.” Is such a delightful character I absolutely adored her, Prince Oscar is just a great character and I couldn’t help but really love him. When these two first meet you can just feel the chemistry and that is just the start of one enjoyable story. This is book 5 in The Rourkes series and was definitely as exciting and entertaining as the first in this series, but For me Polly and Oscar were probably my favorites. The storyline was really well developed and I was unable to put down. If you love royalty this is the book for you. I absolutely loved this book and highly recommend it. A must read in my opinion. I voluntarily reviewed an advance reader copy of this book.

[Maria Cecília · Rating 5 out of 5]

I´ve been curious about Polly since the first book in this series (Royal Catch). She seemed adventurous and rebel although very loving to be such great friend with Anna. Also Oscar is the most intriguing of the Rourkes princes, as he seemed too observative and "on his own world" in the few times he appeared on the other books. In this story we finally get to know both of them much better. And Kylie has this incredible talent of describing really veracious characters, with multiple layers and credible inner conflicts. This is another book that we can´t put down and we follow and feel their longings, doubts, passion, and loyalty right with them. If you like romance, love at first sight, family (and kingdom) issues with spices of blackmail and mob, passion versus duty and happily ever after, this is definitely a book for you! Another great story of this amazing author.

[Dee Shelvey · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is not the first time that we are meeting the two main characters of this story. Polly has come to the Isalnd to support her cousin as she is going through a happy but scary time. Polly is enjoying her time away from her kingdom. She is doing all the wrong things, but being bad has never felt so good. There is family drama awaiting her upon her arrvial backaa to her kingdom.

Oscar a middle of the pack prince is wanting to leave his mark on his family project. But no one is taking him seriously. Oscar and his brother have come up with an idea on how to make the family busniess even better. But after Polly leave he has descions to make that will affect the outcome for his family project but also the outcome of his life. He even has a cahnce to be a knight in shining armour.

These two are a hoot a minute. You never know what Polly is going to do or how Oscar will react!

[Annette · Rating 5 out of 5]

I adore the Rourke series by Kylie Gilmore! Royal Player is the story of Oscar Rourke, the 4th in line to the throne of Villroy is looking to be involved in the family spa business and is a player. Princess Polly a distance cousin to Queen Anna comes to Villroy to be with Anna during the delivery of her baby. Polly comes to Villroy from a strict island with old rule for women and cannot be Queen unless she marries and doesn’t want to marry the man her parents have picked out. They are attracted to each other but Oscar knows about her upbringing and is trying to be respectful of Polly. Oscar and Polly’s story is exciting, entertaining and romantic. A throughly enjoyable read that you will have a difficult time putting down. I received this book as an arc for an honest review of it.

[Mayas · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was definitely an "If Only" book.

If only I had a man to give me those instant feelings.

If only I had a man to put my needs above his.

If only I had a man to pay attention to my actions and know when things aren't right.

If only I had someone who would give there all for me to have my freedom.

If only Oscar was not every woman's wet dream and book boyfriend.


Darn Polly was one intelligent, head strong, lucky Princess..... If only I was Polly.

This was my far my favorite of the series. Oscar was observant, kind, loving, and a true stand up guy. Unselfish but selfish. Giving 100% and not caring of the outcome. Determined to claim HIS place from being in the middle.

[SusanL · Rating 5 out of 5]

Two smart, strong, beautiful people. Big hearts, big attraction, forbidden love. Oscar wants to keep Polly safe from having to marry a man her parents have chosen for her. If she doesn't she won't become queen. Polly wants Oscar and to become queen.
Honestly, I thought I knew where this story line was going and I was very happy that I was wrong. Wonderful book, very enjoyable! Loved that these two cared so deeply for each other. Oscar was willing to give so much so Polly could take her rightful place, hoping, but expecting noting in return. Definitely 5 stars!

[Candace Mantyk · Rating 5 out of 5]

Polly is back!!!! 5th in the Rourkes Series, Royal Player is Polly's story. After fleeing to the U.S. to avoid marriage to an older businessman chosen by her parents, Polly is finally ready to go back to her kingdom and get married in order to take her place as Queen.
Once Oscar gets to know Polly, he realizes that she'll never be happy married to her betrothed. He is determined to get Polly to see that she should stay with him and marry for love, not tradition.
I'm so glad that we finally get to read Polly's story! I've been waiting for this one and it does not disappoint!

[Francesca · Rating 4 out of 5]

E come sempre questi reali sono dei veri maschioni. In questo libro incontriamo Adrian che è il quartogenito dela famiglia reale Rourke, lui non ha un ruolo attivo nel regno ma desidera da sempre lasciare la sua impronta, ma questo cambia quando incontra la futura regina Polly che con il suo carattere spumeggiante scopriamo che è un vero peperino e farà di tutto per salvare il suo regno. I due ragazzi cercano di resistere all'attrazione ma l'amore ha altri piani per loro. Un libro fluido e leggero, una lettura adatta a un pomeriggio di relax. 4.5 stelle

[Sara B · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love this series . The chemistry between Oscar and Polly is amazing. I love that even though Polly is set up in an bad situation being blackmailed into marriage .. she is still feisty and has strong will. Oscar is sort of a playboy but he is sweet and love struck when he see’s her . I really loved how he stepped up and helped her to over come her trouble. I also liked how she didn’t back down to her soon to be ex or parents . This is a great read. Actually the whole series is great!

[Anne Blyth · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another fabulous Rourke bites the dust. Oscar meets Polly and the bolt of lightening is real. The Prince finds himself falling for a Princess with a few problems that need solving. There is as always with Kylie Gilmore books, a lot of humour along with the drama and action. I have really fallen for this group of Royals and even though I have been reading them out of order I am thoroughly hooked.
I can't wait to read another book, three down, three to go. Recommended.

[Brittany · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is definitely an insta love/lust story. It wasn't my favorite of the Rourkes, but I have enjoyed all these books. I do like that Oscar tried to make sure she would be able be queen no matter what. I do like them together and him giving up everything, for love, was sweet. I do wish she would have gone to her family in the first place, then she wouldn't have been in the predicament she was in and he could have kept what he sold.

[Joyce Martinez · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow just Wow!I thought Lucas was amazing but Oscar takes the crown. His ability to see 5he wonderful ness in Polly was ultimate book boyfriend material. It looks like he gave up so much for her but he gave from his heart what they both need to soar. Polly is one of those heroines who you strive to be. Both male and female characters in all those books are definitely royalty. Let’s see what Adrian brings to the kingdom.

[Margaret · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really enjoyed Polly and Oscar's love story. Polly is strong, independent and resourceful but she is part of a very restrictive monarchy, she needs to shine and Oscar allows her to do just that. He can't resist his attraction to her but he lets her soar on her own. There is lots to like in this book and it is always great to see what the other Rourkes are doing on Villroy.

[Cali Jewel · Rating 5 out of 5]

Adored this reluctant couple and all the awesome charters that I have become very attached to in this heartwarming and laugh out loud fun romantic series. Loved getting to know the real Polly and her charming and irresistible Rourke brother. Love this series and breathlessly looking forward to the next one to fall.

[Sue-Ellen Quin · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you have already read anything by Kylie Gilmore then you won't need me to tell you this is another of her finest. I loved getting to see who Polly really is, and finding how beautifully suited she was to Oscar. Royal Player is a fantastic read and the only negative I have is that now I've finished I have to wait for book 6.

[Esther T · Rating 4 out of 5]

I’ve been waiting to read Princess Mary Louise Lyon of Beaumont Island’s (Polly) story since she was introduced in Anna’s and Gabriel’s story Royal Catch. I love everything about this book from when 4th born Prince Oscar Rourke first laid eyes on Polly it was love at first sight to the drama, dilemma, blackmail, disaster to marriage.

[Cindie Wenger · Rating 3 out of 5]

Wow, just wow! I really enjoyed this series so far. Polly and ask her have kept the Royals going. She lives such a sheltered life and is such a strong caring giving person. Oscar has always been known as the player but he has certainly changed for Polly. I felt the end of this book was Abrupt and predictable. Anxious to get to the next book

[Kristy · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved, loved, loved Polly and Oscar! Man, did they ever try to fight it! But in the end, they couldn’t fight forever. Oscar’s sacrifice was amazingly wonderful. And Polly’s fighting spirit was inspiring. These two are going to rule together well.

[Kim Schubert · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love this series!!! Kylie Gilmore creates a wonderful fantasy world of royals. Polly and Oscar’s story adds to this amazing group. Old world tradition meets modern love story. Get it today!!!

[Spunky N Sassy · Rating 4 out of 5]

Spunky N Sassy Rating: 4.0

~~~~~~~~~~Lindsey's ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review~~~~~~~~~~

I was hooked on this book from the beginning and I couldn’t put it down. I love Kylie’s books. I can’t wait for the next book.