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hammer0761's review
emotional
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
hhushaw's review against another edition
4.0
An honest review thanks to NetGalley. I like Jenny Frame and have loved the last two novels that I read from her. This was a good book, but it took me a while to get into it. If you have read the first book in the royal romance series, you will love seeing George and Bea again. THis is a nice romance to read on a rainy day. Enjoy.
rainbowbookworm's review against another edition
2.0
Exactly what I expect from this genre, but a little repetitive.
theaudioauditor's review against another edition
3.0
Audio book review.
An okay but mostly forgettable cliché romance with, dare I say, too many lesbians? Definitely getting The L Word vibes from this, which I like, it helps me picture the characters more easily. Although, I'm a bit annoyed with the narrator for choosing to voice half of each couple super girly, and the other half very butch. One character's name is George (short for Georgina), but because of how the narrator performed that bit I was convinced it was a male character! Not cool. Not accurate. I think there are only a few straight relationships present in the whole book, and they are such background characters! I wasn't feeling the chemistry with these characters, and I definitely think there are better romances out there. Good secondary characters, though, and for me those are important!
An okay but mostly forgettable cliché romance with, dare I say, too many lesbians? Definitely getting The L Word vibes from this, which I like, it helps me picture the characters more easily. Although, I'm a bit annoyed with the narrator for choosing to voice half of each couple super girly, and the other half very butch. One character's name is George (short for Georgina), but because of how the narrator performed that bit I was convinced it was a male character! Not cool. Not accurate. I think there are only a few straight relationships present in the whole book, and they are such background characters! I wasn't feeling the chemistry with these characters, and I definitely think there are better romances out there. Good secondary characters, though, and for me those are important!
mjsam's review against another edition
3.0
ARC provided by NetGalley in return for an honest review.
This is an ok read, and it's an improvement on the first book in the series. However, I still had issues with it. First of all, the underlying premise is ridiculous. Are the readers really supposed to believe that royal families don't vet the romantic partners of the royals? Doubtful that any prince or princess in this day and age could date an arms dealer.
Also had issues with the characters, Roza's brother and father were both wooden, and Rosa herself was a whiny pain In the ass for a great part of the book. The chip on her shoulder was so big I'm surprised she could walk upright.
George and Bea (and other minor characters from their story) also make appearances and the romance between Lennox and Rosa is better towards the end of the book.
I didn't hate this, but I'd didn't love it either, not Frame's best, but it's still an ok read.
This is an ok read, and it's an improvement on the first book in the series. However, I still had issues with it. First of all, the underlying premise is ridiculous. Are the readers really supposed to believe that royal families don't vet the romantic partners of the royals? Doubtful that any prince or princess in this day and age could date an arms dealer.
Also had issues with the characters, Roza's brother and father were both wooden, and Rosa herself was a whiny pain In the ass for a great part of the book. The chip on her shoulder was so big I'm surprised she could walk upright.
George and Bea (and other minor characters from their story) also make appearances and the romance between Lennox and Rosa is better towards the end of the book.
I didn't hate this, but I'd didn't love it either, not Frame's best, but it's still an ok read.
theamandashelby's review against another edition
5.0
Jenny Frame is one of my favorite authors. I have read everything she has written and I haven’t been disappointed. I loved a Royal Romance. I listen to it on audiobook quite often. (read this in ebook form, but purchased the audiobook too) I would pick it up first if you are thinking of reading this one. I enjoy her butch/femme relationships. I also enjoy the “fairytale” romance. I enjoy her books so much I am willing to overlook one of my pet peeves in books: girls with dude names. Drives me nuts, most of the time, but since she is a favorite I will let it slide. I hope she keeps writing books with this royal family. I am willing to follow George and Bea for several books.
nonbinaryknight's review against another edition
4.0
3.5/5
Normally I adore Jenny Frame’s books and the character’s she writes. The summary of this book was initially what drew me in, and I wanted so much to love it like I’ve loved her other books. However, I just couldn’t.
The story itself was mainly good, solid writing with enough time spacing everything out that it didn’t feel rushed. I had two big issues with this book.
One is Lex’s character. I love her as a person and can even understand her motivations and hesitancy with how she’s been described. My biggest problem with her character is actually tied into my second problem with this book. (Pretty big spoiler ahead, venture carefully) I don’t think it was necessary to have Gussy and the King die. Maybe just the King or just Gussy but not both of them. It just felt a bit forced and like it was only added to make Lex, once again, go back on her word to support Roza. I could understand most of the previous times where Lex was hesitant and even resistant to the relationship because of her addiction issues. This time however, she left Roza after already telling herself that she wanted to stay by Roza’s side no matter what the King and Gussy thought. This part honestly felt unnecessary. It also didn’t feel satisfactorily developed at the ending, but I honestly think Frame could have fixed that issue by drawing the book out a little longer to allow for more development and conversations to ensue after Roza becomes the Queen.
Outside of my two biggest issues, I loved this book. I loved the relationship that developed between the two of them as they worked together, and I loved Roza trying to help Lex with her issues. The relationship between the two was slightly annoying at first but it developed into something that felt good. I also liked the side characters quite a bit. Major Ravn is my personal favorite. Also, as someone who doesn’t have personal experience, I liked the way Jenny Frame handled Lex’s addiction.
In summary, this isn’t my favorite work of Frame’s but if you’re looking for something to occupy your time and you enjoy Frame’s writing, I’d recommend it.
Normally I adore Jenny Frame’s books and the character’s she writes. The summary of this book was initially what drew me in, and I wanted so much to love it like I’ve loved her other books. However, I just couldn’t.
The story itself was mainly good, solid writing with enough time spacing everything out that it didn’t feel rushed. I had two big issues with this book.
One is Lex’s character. I love her as a person and can even understand her motivations and hesitancy with how she’s been described. My biggest problem with her character is actually tied into my second problem with this book. (Pretty big spoiler ahead, venture carefully)
Outside of my two biggest issues, I loved this book. I loved the relationship that developed between the two of them as they worked together, and I loved Roza trying to help Lex with her issues. The relationship between the two was slightly annoying at first but it developed into something that felt good. I also liked the side characters quite a bit. Major Ravn is my personal favorite. Also, as someone who doesn’t have personal experience, I liked the way Jenny Frame handled Lex’s addiction.
In summary, this isn’t my favorite work of Frame’s but if you’re looking for something to occupy your time and you enjoy Frame’s writing, I’d recommend it.
munleigh's review against another edition
3.0
I liked A Royal Romance (the first of the series) but I was able to enjoy Royal Rebel a lot more.
The character development was done quite well and I enjoyed the journey that the author took us through with both main characters, Lex and Rosa.
If there was one thing negative to say about the book, it would be that the conflict and resolution was too quick for my taste.
Review also posted here: https://wordpress.com/post/thekeytomyhappiness.wordpress.com/3076
The character development was done quite well and I enjoyed the journey that the author took us through with both main characters, Lex and Rosa.
If there was one thing negative to say about the book, it would be that the conflict and resolution was too quick for my taste.
Review also posted here: https://wordpress.com/post/thekeytomyhappiness.wordpress.com/3076
lucyp21's review
3.0
I didn't read the first book of the series but it didn't affect my enjoyment of this book, despite the protagonists from the first book playing quite a major part in this book.
I found Rosa and Lennox both together and apart as quite interesting characters, each with their own strengths and baggage that they have to deal with before they can be together. I thought the romance was sweet, though I wish there had been more of a build up in the first half of the book, and I liked how everything resolved itself at the end. I really liked the supporting characters of Ravn, George and Bea as well as Rosa's brother and father. The plot twist was surprising, I hadn't been expecting it at all, and I liked the effect it had on the romance plot as well.
This was a cute, fun romance novel which was fairly easy to read and quick to finish. 3.5 stars because I really wish the romance had been developed a little more and the book was slow to get going.
*I received a free copy from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review*
I found Rosa and Lennox both together and apart as quite interesting characters, each with their own strengths and baggage that they have to deal with before they can be together. I thought the romance was sweet, though I wish there had been more of a build up in the first half of the book, and I liked how everything resolved itself at the end. I really liked the supporting characters of Ravn, George and Bea as well as Rosa's brother and father. The plot twist was surprising, I hadn't been expecting it at all, and I liked the effect it had on the romance plot as well.
This was a cute, fun romance novel which was fairly easy to read and quick to finish. 3.5 stars because I really wish the romance had been developed a little more and the book was slow to get going.
*I received a free copy from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review*