A review by unawake0442
The Backup Princess by Kate O'Keeffe

funny hopeful lighthearted fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

3.5

Thank you to NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for my unbiased opinions!

The Backup Princess is a super cute and light romance that does what it needs to do. Very Princess Diaries. Yes, the romance moves unbelievably fast and it’s incredibly unrealistic. It errs on the side of cliché. I did not care one bit though. Maddie and Alex are both fun, and I enjoyed the dual perspectives. I also really loved that, aside from the early moments, Maddie is seen as very capable and not bumbling through things.

Kate O’Keeffe is a seasoned writer, and it absolutely shows. The writing and plot were tight and focused. I also felt she did very well balancing multiple side characters who felt fleshed out without overstaying their welcome. It seems O’Keeffe is going the Bridgerton route with a series that explores different characters with each book, so I’m excited to read more. Alex’s sister Amelia was an absolute standout.

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