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A Merry Royal Layover
From the USA Today Bestselling CHRISTMAS ACTUALLY anthology!
When a veterinarian traveling to a remote European village to volunteer at an animal shelter during the Christmas holidays gets an unexpected first-class upgrade, she meets a charming stranger in the airport lounge who may or may not be the country's crown prince.
This sweet holiday royal romcom novella has Love Actually vibes, a baby sloth-loving Prince Charming, a snowy Christmas Eve at London's Heathrow Airport and more!
When a veterinarian traveling to a remote European village to volunteer at an animal shelter during the Christmas holidays gets an unexpected first-class upgrade, she meets a charming stranger in the airport lounge who may or may not be the country's crown prince.
This sweet holiday royal romcom novella has Love Actually vibes, a baby sloth-loving Prince Charming, a snowy Christmas Eve at London's Heathrow Airport and more!
68 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 20, 2021
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291 people want to read
About the author
Teri Wilson
207 books1,636 followersNew York Times bestselling author Teri Wilson writes heartwarming contemporary romance with a touch of whimsy. Four of Teri's books have been adapted into Hallmark Channel Original Movies, including UNLEASHING MR. DARCY (plus its sequel MARRYING MR. DARCY), ROYAL-ISH, based on her book ONCE UPON A ROYAL SUMMER, THE ART OF US and NORTHERN LIGHTS OF CHRISTMAS, based on her book SLEIGH BELL SWEETHEARTS. She is also a recipient of the prestigious RITA Award for excellence in romantic fiction and a 2022 inductee into the San Antonio Women's Hall of Fame.
When she’s not writing, Teri enjoys visiting schools and health care facilities with her Cavalier King Charles spaniel Charm, a registered therapy dog and reading education assistance dog. Teri also loves pretty dresses, cupcakes, going to the ballet and following the British royal family. Visit her at www.teriwilson.net or on Instagram @teriwilsonauthor.
When she’s not writing, Teri enjoys visiting schools and health care facilities with her Cavalier King Charles spaniel Charm, a registered therapy dog and reading education assistance dog. Teri also loves pretty dresses, cupcakes, going to the ballet and following the British royal family. Visit her at www.teriwilson.net or on Instagram @teriwilsonauthor.
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November 5, 2021
Short, cute, and sweet Christmas romance about a girl who is stuck at Heathrow Airport (in London) waiting because of a flight delay due to bad weather. While she waits in the airport first-class lounge, she thinks the guy seated next to her could be the dashing and handsome Prince Tristan of Caldavia…
This was a festive, cheerful, and romantic short-story with many references to the movie “Love Actually”. A lovely read for Christmas.
This was a festive, cheerful, and romantic short-story with many references to the movie “Love Actually”. A lovely read for Christmas.
December 21, 2021
A very short sweet holiday airport romance novella.
Clean, safe and recommended.
Clean, safe and recommended.
November 1, 2021
Such a sweet novella that brings out the romantic side of the reader - especially those who can quote every words of Love Actually!
November 15, 2022
Dog-lover Cindy is on her way to Caldavia for a 6-day volunteer job at an animal shelter, the perfect way to spend her holiday, in her opinion. But Christmas Eve seems to be ruined when her flight is canceled. Thankfully, her dad was able to snag a pass to the 1st class lounge, so her night won't be all discomfort. There she meets a guy with an uncanny resemblance to the crown prince of Caldavia, whom Cindy and her sister have crushed on, and they instantly connect over a movie that's played in the lounge: Love Actually, which Cindy thinks is too unrealistic and is sure that romance like that doesn't happen "in real life." Tristan, however, is determined to convince her otherwise.
This story was short, clean, and fluffy. Sometimes you just want a lighthearted read before bed, and this provided that. I'm not sure if the author is a Christian, but I appreciated the Christian aspects of the story. Cindy talks about the true meaning of Christmas and about love, joy, peace, and miracles, and she and Tristan watch a nativity. The writing had several errors (some spelling, grammatical, and punctuation errors). The pacing was okay. I'm glad the author didn't take things too fast. Cindy was kind of funny, and Tristan was sweet and likable enough. I did find Tristan to be a little lacking in character, though, but I feel like that is excusable because it's such a short book and there definitely wasn't enough time for character development. Overall, this was a nice, sweet read.
This story was short, clean, and fluffy. Sometimes you just want a lighthearted read before bed, and this provided that. I'm not sure if the author is a Christian, but I appreciated the Christian aspects of the story. Cindy talks about the true meaning of Christmas and about love, joy, peace, and miracles, and she and Tristan watch a nativity. The writing had several errors (some spelling, grammatical, and punctuation errors). The pacing was okay. I'm glad the author didn't take things too fast. Cindy was kind of funny, and Tristan was sweet and likable enough. I did find Tristan to be a little lacking in character, though, but I feel like that is excusable because it's such a short book and there definitely wasn't enough time for character development. Overall, this was a nice, sweet read.
October 31, 2021
A very short & sweet story featuring Cindy, a veterinarian going on holiday to a European village as she gets stuck in the airport on Christmas Eve and meets the prince, Prince Tristan.
This was cute, but being only 43 pages, I wanted so much more! The Love Actually movie tie in was adorable though and I hope in the future we get to see Cindy and Tristan again!
This was cute, but being only 43 pages, I wanted so much more! The Love Actually movie tie in was adorable though and I hope in the future we get to see Cindy and Tristan again!
December 1, 2025
A cute short story, only six chapters. An American veterinarian is stranded at an airport in Britain and finds a surprising chance at love with a Prince. Perfect for fans of the movie Love Actually or anyone looking for a cute Christmas romcom.
November 27, 2021
Super quick and cute rom-com short story about, well, all things Love Actually. I enjoy Teri's romantic and witty writing style, and this story is perfect to finish in a short time, which is what's often needed during the hustle and bustle of the holiday.
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December 26, 2021This was pure escapist fun - a cute and quick read, perfect for royal lovers and fans of Love, Actually.
November 4, 2021
Thank you to the author for giving me a taste of Love Actually in "real" life. You either love the movie or not, there doesn't seem to be any in-between. A couple meeting and bonding over the movie and having moments of the story come to life was a terrific plot.
December 2, 2021
A short, sweet, fluffy holiday romance about a veterinarian stuck in Heathrow Airport on Christmas Eve. This would be perfect for anyone who has watched & loves Love Actually (I have never seen it so I probably didn’t enjoy the story as much as I could’ve).
January 9, 2023
Sweet.
New to me author.
Sweet quick read.
I enjoyed this story, very sweet and fun. Although I kind of want to know what happened after New Years?!!!
New to me author.
Sweet quick read.
I enjoyed this story, very sweet and fun. Although I kind of want to know what happened after New Years?!!!
October 29, 2021
Delightful and charming
This was my first Teri Wilson story and what a delight! In this novella rom-com, a vet traveling to Europe over Christmas meets a handsome maybe prince and happy feelings spark. If you're a fan of Love, Actually, you'll adore this sweet story that borrows heavily from the film, but in such cute ways. It's a fast romantic read that'll have you wishing for your own happily ever after. 🎄☃️❤
This was my first Teri Wilson story and what a delight! In this novella rom-com, a vet traveling to Europe over Christmas meets a handsome maybe prince and happy feelings spark. If you're a fan of Love, Actually, you'll adore this sweet story that borrows heavily from the film, but in such cute ways. It's a fast romantic read that'll have you wishing for your own happily ever after. 🎄☃️❤
January 12, 2023
A very adorable sweet Christmas novella featuring Love Actually + a prince!
Last year in July I read Once Upon a Royal Summer (theme parks + royalty) and absolutely loved it. So while I was browsing to find some Christmas novellas/books I stumbled upon this novella. About Christmas + royalty + Love Actually? How could I resist!
In this one we meet a girl named Cindy. She lives in the US and is now flying towards Caldavia. A little kingdom in Europe. She has an internship/volunteer job there for Christmas to watch the puppers and keep an eye on the shelter. Sounds good right? Well now add that it is Christmas and that a big snow storm keeps her right in Heathrow. Yep. She is stuck. Thanks to her sweet dad she is not bored though as he made sure she has a good place to wait it out. And then there is a prince look-a-like. Is he really prince Tristan from Caldavia (yes, the country she is also heading to)? Or is it just a very good look-a-like. I just absolutely what happens next. See the two bond over Love Actually. Eat yummy foods and drink tons of hot choco. Comment on the movie. I was just so rooting for these two to kiss and get together, there was much chemistry between them and I loved it so much!
And things get better! Yes! There are Christmas presents. Love Actually/Christmas songs, including an impromptu flashmob with trumpets and the like. Snow, so much snow. Nativity Play. And a sweet swoony kiss. Yes, I am going to tell you know, there is a sweet kiss. And it was perfect. I just loved all the references to Love Actually, to Hugh Grant, loved seeing people bond in the snow storm and being stuck in the airport. Sometimes it sucks, but these peeps made the best of it and it was just wonderful. Definitely something perfect for this season!
And then it is time to go to Caldavia. Meet the dogs… and there is more and I was just swooning so hard. I mean a cute kingdom, cute dogs, snow snow and more snow, lights, and well, that ending. Perfect. Cherry on top of a very festive cake!
There was also some sadness as we learn why Cindy is a bit hesitant about Christmas, about celebrating it. I just wanted to hug her so so much.
All in all, I loved this book and had oodles of fun reading it. It was so charming and sweet. Perfect for the season~ I would love this one to be a full novel, or get to see more of the kingdom + romance~
Review first posted at https://twirlingbookprincess.com/
Last year in July I read Once Upon a Royal Summer (theme parks + royalty) and absolutely loved it. So while I was browsing to find some Christmas novellas/books I stumbled upon this novella. About Christmas + royalty + Love Actually? How could I resist!
In this one we meet a girl named Cindy. She lives in the US and is now flying towards Caldavia. A little kingdom in Europe. She has an internship/volunteer job there for Christmas to watch the puppers and keep an eye on the shelter. Sounds good right? Well now add that it is Christmas and that a big snow storm keeps her right in Heathrow. Yep. She is stuck. Thanks to her sweet dad she is not bored though as he made sure she has a good place to wait it out. And then there is a prince look-a-like. Is he really prince Tristan from Caldavia (yes, the country she is also heading to)? Or is it just a very good look-a-like. I just absolutely what happens next. See the two bond over Love Actually. Eat yummy foods and drink tons of hot choco. Comment on the movie. I was just so rooting for these two to kiss and get together, there was much chemistry between them and I loved it so much!
And things get better! Yes! There are Christmas presents. Love Actually/Christmas songs, including an impromptu flashmob with trumpets and the like. Snow, so much snow. Nativity Play. And a sweet swoony kiss. Yes, I am going to tell you know, there is a sweet kiss. And it was perfect. I just loved all the references to Love Actually, to Hugh Grant, loved seeing people bond in the snow storm and being stuck in the airport. Sometimes it sucks, but these peeps made the best of it and it was just wonderful. Definitely something perfect for this season!
And then it is time to go to Caldavia. Meet the dogs… and there is more and I was just swooning so hard. I mean a cute kingdom, cute dogs, snow snow and more snow, lights, and well, that ending. Perfect. Cherry on top of a very festive cake!
There was also some sadness as we learn why Cindy is a bit hesitant about Christmas, about celebrating it. I just wanted to hug her so so much.
All in all, I loved this book and had oodles of fun reading it. It was so charming and sweet. Perfect for the season~ I would love this one to be a full novel, or get to see more of the kingdom + romance~
Review first posted at https://twirlingbookprincess.com/
November 17, 2021
This cute novella is only about 50 pages and honestly I really wanted to be longer. It was really good and I need to know what happens to these characters after this story.
There are tons of Love, Actually references in this book so if you aren’t a fan of that movie you probably won’t enjoy this novella.
There are tons of Love, Actually references in this book so if you aren’t a fan of that movie you probably won’t enjoy this novella.
January 9, 2022
A Very cute Christmas story set in Heathrow airport. A Texas girl and a real Prince who bond over a rom-com movie. A quicky, easy read with a sweet hea.
May 13, 2021
Very short and felt rushed.
November 28, 2021
"The jetlag is getting to me. I refuse to believe that I’m about to sit down next to Prince Tristan of Caldavia and watch a holiday romcom. Not when I’m wearing flannel pajama pants decorated with cartoon French bulldogs with reindeer antlers on their embarrassing little heads."
This light and fun romance was a great read. This novella is short and sweet, but nevertheless the author captivates the reader with her charming characters and aesthetic. The majority of this short story takes place in an airport terminal in London between an American veterinarian and a handsome man who looks suspiciously like a European prince. This story had all the sweetness and charm of an ideal Christmas romance. So glad I picked this up!
If you enjoy Love Actually, then you will enjoy the references sprinkled throughout this story. Even though I haven't seen the whole movie, I could follow along with the references and appreciated the brief explanations of references when mentioned in relation to the plot in the book.
This light and fun romance was a great read. This novella is short and sweet, but nevertheless the author captivates the reader with her charming characters and aesthetic. The majority of this short story takes place in an airport terminal in London between an American veterinarian and a handsome man who looks suspiciously like a European prince. This story had all the sweetness and charm of an ideal Christmas romance. So glad I picked this up!
If you enjoy Love Actually, then you will enjoy the references sprinkled throughout this story. Even though I haven't seen the whole movie, I could follow along with the references and appreciated the brief explanations of references when mentioned in relation to the plot in the book.
January 3, 2022
If a book has a royal romance and Christmas in it, count me in. The only thing that would have made this novella better was more of the actual romance. It's like a prelude to the romance.
That being said, I thought A Merry Royal Layover was such a sweet story. Our main character finds herself stuck in an airport on Christmas because of a snowstorm. Thanks to her dad's frequent flyer perks, she snags a spot in a first-class lounge. There she runs into Maybe Prince Tristan, the bachelor prince of the little country she's traveling to.
The main character is a vet. There's a sexy bachelor prince. And they're watching a holiday romcom. All my favorites! If you're looking for one last holiday romance to hold you over until next year, this is it!
Favorite quote: "He's just living in the moment with a cheeky grin on his face - the human equivalent of a Golden Retriever, my very favorite breed."
That being said, I thought A Merry Royal Layover was such a sweet story. Our main character finds herself stuck in an airport on Christmas because of a snowstorm. Thanks to her dad's frequent flyer perks, she snags a spot in a first-class lounge. There she runs into Maybe Prince Tristan, the bachelor prince of the little country she's traveling to.
The main character is a vet. There's a sexy bachelor prince. And they're watching a holiday romcom. All my favorites! If you're looking for one last holiday romance to hold you over until next year, this is it!
Favorite quote: "He's just living in the moment with a cheeky grin on his face - the human equivalent of a Golden Retriever, my very favorite breed."
December 14, 2021
Wanted a short story for the holidays and this was perfect!
We follow a veterinarian traveling to a remote European village to volunteer at an animal shelter. She gets an unexpected first-class upgrade and she meets a charming stranger at the airport lounge. He may or may not be the country's crown prince.
This was so sweet. I loved watching these two get cozy and chat. I could for sure see the Love Actually vibes. I love that movie and this was a cute nod to the film.
I honestly want more. A sequel to see her and him get married and she becomes a princess! A princess who saves animals. How adorable!
More, please! And I for sure recommend this if you need a cute, romcom novella! I'll give this 5 stars. There needs to be more though!
We follow a veterinarian traveling to a remote European village to volunteer at an animal shelter. She gets an unexpected first-class upgrade and she meets a charming stranger at the airport lounge. He may or may not be the country's crown prince.
This was so sweet. I loved watching these two get cozy and chat. I could for sure see the Love Actually vibes. I love that movie and this was a cute nod to the film.
I honestly want more. A sequel to see her and him get married and she becomes a princess! A princess who saves animals. How adorable!
More, please! And I for sure recommend this if you need a cute, romcom novella! I'll give this 5 stars. There needs to be more though!
December 12, 2021
A wonderful, short, romantic holiday story! Cindy is going to Caldavia as a volunteer veterinarian over the holiday. She is stuck in London Heathrow airport during a snow storm. She ends up sitting in the lounge with Tristan the Prince of Caldavia. She's not completely sure it's him and is afraid to spoil things by asking. While there they watch Love Actually. The weather clears and they part for different flights. Liked the ending, but really would've liked a bit more with an epilogue showing them next Christmas.
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October 26, 2021When a veterinarian traveling to a remote European village to volunteer at an animal shelter during the Christmas holidays gets an unexpected first-class upgrade, she meets a charming stranger in the airport lounge who may or may not be the country's crown prince.
This sweet holiday royal romcom novella has Love Actually vibes, a baby sloth-loving Prince Charming, a snowy Christmas Eve at London's Heathrow Airport and more!
This sweet holiday royal romcom novella has Love Actually vibes, a baby sloth-loving Prince Charming, a snowy Christmas Eve at London's Heathrow Airport and more!
November 25, 2021
4 cute stars
"Christmas isn't about romance - it's about peace and joy, meaning and miracles. It's about love for all mankind
This was such a cute, sweet and quick Christmas romance.
A great layover romance that make you wish you were stuck in an airport too.
Definitely wanna try more from this author.
"Christmas isn't about romance - it's about peace and joy, meaning and miracles. It's about love for all mankind
This was such a cute, sweet and quick Christmas romance.
A great layover romance that make you wish you were stuck in an airport too.
Definitely wanna try more from this author.
December 1, 2021
Completely Unbelievable
The author lost me when her narrative about travel talked about the h arriving in London on Christmas Eve by the time it was already Christmas on Houston. Since CST is 6 hours behind GMT, the entire short novella became unbelievable. It seems like the author had no interest in checking her facts.
The author lost me when her narrative about travel talked about the h arriving in London on Christmas Eve by the time it was already Christmas on Houston. Since CST is 6 hours behind GMT, the entire short novella became unbelievable. It seems like the author had no interest in checking her facts.
December 7, 2021
Oh sweet memories of "Love Actually"
This could have not been written any better. Every little detail was, dare I say, almost perfect. All the little details from the movie, makes me bring up the timeless classic. Oh how I enjoy this and Love Actually. I can see why this author has Hallmark movies under her belt. Bravo
This could have not been written any better. Every little detail was, dare I say, almost perfect. All the little details from the movie, makes me bring up the timeless classic. Oh how I enjoy this and Love Actually. I can see why this author has Hallmark movies under her belt. Bravo
December 24, 2021
A very sweet book
I enjoyed this book it referenced a movie that I've seen so it even made it more relatable. The female character in the story Refers to herself within the movie And the mail in the story seems elusive and you don't know but suspect who he is. It's a very quick read just perfect for those moments between wrapping presents
I enjoyed this book it referenced a movie that I've seen so it even made it more relatable. The female character in the story Refers to herself within the movie And the mail in the story seems elusive and you don't know but suspect who he is. It's a very quick read just perfect for those moments between wrapping presents
June 1, 2023
A cute holiday-themed short story romance that mimics the movie, "Love, Actually" as two weary travelers heading to the same place end up spending Christmas Eve in a first class lounge.
Told from the perspective of this American veterinarian, she ends up sitting beside a handsome man, who may be the prince of the country she's heading to. They watch the above named movie and discuss the realities of something like that happening.
Does it? Will it? Could he really be who he looks like? Is love possible, or is it a fantasy of spending several hours snowed in at the airport?
Told from the perspective of this American veterinarian, she ends up sitting beside a handsome man, who may be the prince of the country she's heading to. They watch the above named movie and discuss the realities of something like that happening.
Does it? Will it? Could he really be who he looks like? Is love possible, or is it a fantasy of spending several hours snowed in at the airport?
December 16, 2024
A sweet, just-kisses holiday bon-bon. I liked the premise of the heroine getting stranded at the airport and having a meet-cute with royalty - but the whole thing hinges heavily on if the reader is a fan of the movie Love, Actually. If you are, you'll probably like this story. It was all a little too cutesy-wootsy for my tastes.
November 23, 2021
Sweet treat this Christmas
This is a short but sweet book which I totally recommend to all readers who enjoy great romantic quick reads. A hope of a happy ever after possible but fun had by all.
This is a short but sweet book which I totally recommend to all readers who enjoy great romantic quick reads. A hope of a happy ever after possible but fun had by all.
February 2, 2022
really enjoyed!
I really enjoyed this short story by Teri Wilson. I loved both Cindy and Tristan. I loved how they met and how it evolved even in such a short time. I loved the animal aspect and only wished there had been even more i loved it a lot!
I really enjoyed this short story by Teri Wilson. I loved both Cindy and Tristan. I loved how they met and how it evolved even in such a short time. I loved the animal aspect and only wished there had been even more i loved it a lot!
November 12, 2022
Super cute holiday read! I'm a huge fan of the movie Love Actually, And just Really enjoyed reading All of the little Quotes and comparisons the characters made From the movie. Would love to read a continuation Of this sweet story.
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