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claudiamacpherson's review
emotional
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Following her father’s sudden death, Beatrice is thrust onto the throne. But even though she is the queen of America, she still feels powerless. Sam is furious that her sister is once again putting off her breakup from Teddy, and Nina is trying to live a normal life post-royal breakup.
Honestly, after reading <i>Majesty</i>, <i>American Royals</i> felt a little pointless, because the sequel switched up all the characters and pairings pretty much right off the bat. I’ll admit, though, I did prefer most of the changes.First of all, I am SO glad that Beatrice ended up with Teddy; they are my favorite characters and are clearly meant for each other. Similarly, Sam fit a lot better with Marshall than with Teddy, and I actually thought her realization about the superficiality of her feelings for Teddy was both realistic and mature (for her, at least). Nina/Ethan was the only pairing I really wasn’t sold on, partly because Nina deserves better and partly because Ethan and Daphne give me serious Chuck-and-Blair (<Ii>Gossip Girl</i>) vibes. While the relationships all felt very rushed, some things took wayyyy too long; I was waiting the whole book for Beatrice to finally fire Robert and postpone the wedding. I’m kind of surprised that there won’t be another book in this series, because there definitely felt like there were a lot of loose ends left.
Happy ending meter (no specific spoilers, just the general vibe of the ending):Happy, for the most part...but I’m kind of surprised that there won’t be another book in this series, because there definitely felt like there were a lot of loose ends left.
Honestly, after reading <i>Majesty</i>, <i>American Royals</i> felt a little pointless, because the sequel switched up all the characters and pairings pretty much right off the bat. I’ll admit, though, I did prefer most of the changes.
Happy ending meter (no specific spoilers, just the general vibe of the ending):
Content Warnings
Moderate: Bullying, Death of parent, Gaslighting, Misogyny, and Sexism
Minor: Racism
annabeavo's review against another edition
emotional
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Grief and Racism
bookedbymadeline's review against another edition
emotional
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Grief and Misogyny
Moderate: Racism and Toxic relationship
Minor: Sexual content
jojo_'s review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Bullying
Minor: Racism and Misogyny
taymariereads's review against another edition
inspiring
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
Content Warnings
Moderate: Racism
Minor: Grief
caidyn's review
emotional
lighthearted
tense
fast-paced
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Another great addition to this series! It was quick and fun, but also a bit tense since McGee LOVES to keep us in suspense about what's going to happen. This starts up a few months after the end of the last book. Beatrice is queen and is set to marrying Teddy. Sam is still unhappy about that, but is learning to cope. Nina is dealing with her breakup with Jeff. Daphne is, well, Daphne. I think the only reason I didn't rate this book higher is that I felt like the character growth all hinged on romances and men. Didn't love that aspect of it. I'm glad to see them changing, but I wish it was for some other reason. Also, I hope there's a third book to see the outcome of all these things!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Racism
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