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Running from Royalty
She said no to a Prince - can she say no to a King?Kathleen Kiski, a successful businesswoman in Toronto, Canada, is shocked to see her old boyfriend, Teddy Dubrienne, leading the news feed – catapulted onto the world stage when his entire family perishes in a suspicious explosion. Teddy isn't just any man—he's the third in line to the Ansulenian Throne. He was a Prince when they dated five years ago, offering her a chance to marry and be a Princess—she said no. Now he's about to become King. Theo never planned to ascend to the throne, and not only has to deal with the devastating loss but also his mother's last request—to have Kathleen present at the funeral. In the depths of his sorrow, having Kat around would be the best medicine for his shattered heart and soul… but others are watching. Now Theo has to decide what's best for his kingdom, not necessarily for himself.Kat doesn't see herself as worthy, not five years ago to be a Princess and definitely not now to be Queen. Except it may be just this reluctance that's needed to help a kingdom heal …
304 pages, Paperback
Published February 22, 2021
About the author
Sheryl Nantus
58 books369 followersSheryl Nantus is an award-winning romance writer published by Entangled, St. Martin's, and Harlequin's Carina Press.
When she's not writing about hunky heroes, she is sipping tea, playing board games and writing haiku.
A total fangirl at heart, she met her husband through an online fanfiction community and currently lives in Pennsylvania.
When she's not writing about hunky heroes, she is sipping tea, playing board games and writing haiku.
A total fangirl at heart, she met her husband through an online fanfiction community and currently lives in Pennsylvania.
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March 22, 2021
4.5 stars
I’m not traditionally a reader of royal romances. I will go as far as to say I don’t like reading royal romances. That’s not to say I don’t follow real-life royals in the news. What had me reading Running from Royalty was its author, Sheryl Nantus. I am a huge fan of a couple of Sheryl’s paranormal and contemporary romance with suspense elements series. I wanted to see how she was with just a straight-up contemporary romance. What I got and what I wasn’t prepared for was a story where my heart broke and went out to a hero I didn’t even know. Almost immediately, Sheryl shows you through Teddy Dubrienne aka Prince Theo of Ansulenia’s eyes, the worst day of his life. She then allows you to get to know him through his flashbacks and that of his heroine, Kat Kiski.
The love story of Teddy and Kat began more than five years ago, when they met in Canada, while both attended college. At the time, Kat had no idea Teddy was a prince. As things progressed, she learned his true identity. When talk of their future came up, they reached an impasse, forcing an end to their relationship.
Fast forward five years, Teddy, who was third in line for the throne suddenly finds himself on the cusp of being crowned King after the death of his entire family. Teddy and Kat haven’t spoken to each other since they broke up, but that changes when Kat and her best friend Lily fly to Ansulenia to attend the funeral and coronation. While Teddy is shocked that Kat was still on the invite list, he’s glad that she shows up to support him in his time of need. In doing so, the two realize that they still have deep feelings for each other, but unfortunately nothing has changed with the way they see their futures.
Sheryl has written a really nice story. The main characters of Teddy, Kat, Lily, and Josef, Teddy’s bodyguard/assistant, are all great. They definitely each added to the story. I wasn’t expecting Sheryl to bring out so many emotions from me. There were several times where I found myself crying. The only thing I didn’t like or care for was the way the story ended. Kat and Teddy have a happy ending. It just wasn’t the ending I think their story or readers deserved.
~ FAVORITE QUOTES ~
“Never underestimate what you can learn from a book, any book.”
“Just listen to your heart and you’ll be fine.”
**Received a copy of the book courtesy of the author and I voluntarily reviewed it.**
I’m not traditionally a reader of royal romances. I will go as far as to say I don’t like reading royal romances. That’s not to say I don’t follow real-life royals in the news. What had me reading Running from Royalty was its author, Sheryl Nantus. I am a huge fan of a couple of Sheryl’s paranormal and contemporary romance with suspense elements series. I wanted to see how she was with just a straight-up contemporary romance. What I got and what I wasn’t prepared for was a story where my heart broke and went out to a hero I didn’t even know. Almost immediately, Sheryl shows you through Teddy Dubrienne aka Prince Theo of Ansulenia’s eyes, the worst day of his life. She then allows you to get to know him through his flashbacks and that of his heroine, Kat Kiski.
The love story of Teddy and Kat began more than five years ago, when they met in Canada, while both attended college. At the time, Kat had no idea Teddy was a prince. As things progressed, she learned his true identity. When talk of their future came up, they reached an impasse, forcing an end to their relationship.
Fast forward five years, Teddy, who was third in line for the throne suddenly finds himself on the cusp of being crowned King after the death of his entire family. Teddy and Kat haven’t spoken to each other since they broke up, but that changes when Kat and her best friend Lily fly to Ansulenia to attend the funeral and coronation. While Teddy is shocked that Kat was still on the invite list, he’s glad that she shows up to support him in his time of need. In doing so, the two realize that they still have deep feelings for each other, but unfortunately nothing has changed with the way they see their futures.
Sheryl has written a really nice story. The main characters of Teddy, Kat, Lily, and Josef, Teddy’s bodyguard/assistant, are all great. They definitely each added to the story. I wasn’t expecting Sheryl to bring out so many emotions from me. There were several times where I found myself crying. The only thing I didn’t like or care for was the way the story ended. Kat and Teddy have a happy ending. It just wasn’t the ending I think their story or readers deserved.
~ FAVORITE QUOTES ~
“Never underestimate what you can learn from a book, any book.”
“Just listen to your heart and you’ll be fine.”
**Received a copy of the book courtesy of the author and I voluntarily reviewed it.**
March 20, 2021
Royalty is in the news a lot these days, so Running from Royalty from Sheryl Nantus feels very fresh, current and relatable. This is a story of a woman who once turned down a prince. After a tragic beginning to the story, that prince is now king of a small European country. Heroine Kick travels to Teddy's home to help him through the worst time of his life. Immediately, they are both overwhelmed by emotions that never went away. Their connection has always run deep and Teddy has always seen Kick as the one who got away. Sheryl Nantus does a great job showing what it must be like to live in a palace, surrounded by servants, media and other royals. I really loved the way the author portrayed Teddy's raw feelings and the way Kick supported him. This is clearly a couple who are forced to make difficult decisions, while learning how to love again. Will heroine Kick be able to set aside her life and business to join Teddy on the throne? Read this entertaining book and see!
CW: grief, loss of family members.
CW: grief, loss of family members.
July 1, 2021
A cute story about an American that fell in love with a college classmate who turned out to be the heir to the throne of a small country. They broke up because she didn't want to give up her "normal" life but always missed him. A funeral led them to see each other again after five years and it seems that romance is still in the air. Enjoyable story with some sad undertones.
November 10, 2021
If this sad-yet-cute-and-cuddly romantic adventure between Kathleen Kiski and Teddy 'Theo' Dubrienne can captivate my emotions and imagination, that's quite a feat, as I'm not the usual romance novel reader. However - I admit I'm fascinated by royal life, and author Sheryl Nantus has proven time and again to be a strong, capable writer.
Finding out that her old college sweetheart has been suddenly (and tragically) raised to the throne in the little country of Ansulenia is a shock for Kathleen, but that's nothing compared to the emotional roller coaster ride she's about to experience when she leaves Canada to help comfort the new, grieving king.
I know, I know, you're wondering if there's a Happily Ever After ending. Is there still love between them? Will Ansulenia get the queen they need? Nope, I'm not going to tell you how it plays out, because a good adventure-romance story needs to unfold in its own way. And you need to see it happen!
Finding out that her old college sweetheart has been suddenly (and tragically) raised to the throne in the little country of Ansulenia is a shock for Kathleen, but that's nothing compared to the emotional roller coaster ride she's about to experience when she leaves Canada to help comfort the new, grieving king.
I know, I know, you're wondering if there's a Happily Ever After ending. Is there still love between them? Will Ansulenia get the queen they need? Nope, I'm not going to tell you how it plays out, because a good adventure-romance story needs to unfold in its own way. And you need to see it happen!
April 18, 2021
This was a sweet story of taking a second chance on love . Kathleen fell in love with Teddy, the business student. Finding out he is a prince made saying yes to his proposal the obvious choice for both. This time circumstances have changed for both of them. The simplest of things means the right decision for both.
November 1, 2023
I started reading Running From Royalty and couldn't put it down. I loved that it's a feel good book. The character development was great and I never lost interest in the story line. Great read. I highly recommend.
October 1, 2024
Awesome Read
A very romantic read - love that the prince fell in love with a commoner who is a true princess in heart. Made my long day a little bit brighter and giving hope that dreams do really come true.
A very romantic read - love that the prince fell in love with a commoner who is a true princess in heart. Made my long day a little bit brighter and giving hope that dreams do really come true.
February 23, 2023
New author for me, but I have been missing out!
Great read, a story that grabs you and holds on three chapters in I too the time to go ahead and get the follow up book! Can’t wait to read it and many more by this great author.
Great read, a story that grabs you and holds on three chapters in I too the time to go ahead and get the follow up book! Can’t wait to read it and many more by this great author.
Did Not Finish
June 28, 2025Running from royalty? I'm running from this book. I've actually been trying to read this for a couple of years now and I'm calling time. The MMC is likeable enough but the FMC feels so cold and remote. And once I got to the part where the BFF was making jokes about mental illness, I was done. DNF at 28%. Hard pass.
October 25, 2021
Didn't even make the car ride go by any faster than this normal fluff crap normally does. Just #dumb
January 10, 2023
smth is just missing. cute tho 3.5 stars.
December 2, 2023
Wee bit of sad take on a royal romance but I loved it.
December 4, 2023
Super cute story. Listened to the audio book, the narrators were a bit slow, but pleasant to listen to.
Read
March 12, 2024I was with it for the first half. Then it's like the author realized she was close to the end and had to get them together. Needless to say I didn't like the last like 5 chapters.
March 22, 2024
Taking pause 10% in. Just not holding my interest and don't love audio narrators.
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