Royally Yours (Royally, #4) by Emma Chase Series: Royally #4
on October 30, 2018
Pages: 318
Format: ARC
Genres: Romance, Young Adult
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New York Times bestselling author Emma Chase returns with a sweet and sexy standalone in the Royally Series.
Princess Lenora Celeste Beatrice Arabella Pembrook had an unusual childhood. She was raised to be a Queen—the first Queen of Wessco.
It’s a big deal.
When she’s crowned at just nineteen, the beautiful young monarch is prepared to rule. She’s charming, clever, confident and cunning.
What she isn’t… is married.
It’s her advising council’s first priority. It’s what Parliament is demanding, and what her people want.
Lenora has no desire to tie herself to a man—particularly one who only wants her for her crown. But compromises must be made and royals must do their duty.
Even Queens. Especially them.
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Years ago, Edward Langdon Richard Dorian Rourke, walked away from his title and country. Now he’s an adventurer—climbing mountains, exploring jungles, going wherever he wants, when he wants—until family devotion brings him home.
And a sacred promise keeps him there.
To Edward, the haughty, guarded little Queen is intriguing, infuriating…and utterly captivating. Wanting her just might drive him mad—or become his greatest adventure.
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Within the cold, stone walls of the royal palace—mistrust threatens, wills clash, and an undeniable, passionate love will change the future of the monarchy forever.
Every dynasty has a beginning. Every legend starts with a story.
This is theirs.
Royally Yours radiates a classic romance charm that first drew me to the genre. The story is wonderfully tender, passionate, and whimsical, with a nice balance between fairy tale and realism. In other words, Emma Chase has another hit on her hands.
Heavy is the head that wears the crown. Fortunately, Queen Lenora was raised to have a spine of steel. She is an independent young woman—decisive, fearless, and stubborn. Being a queen is a lonely job, and very few people get to witness her huge heart. Lonely or not, she isn’t keen to be forced into marriage.
Edward is known for his wanderlust, and a settling down into a marriage of convenience isn’t exactly at the top of his priority list either. Nonetheless, they try to make the best out of an extremely awkward situation. I did not see that coming! I expected lots of bickering, tantrums, and overall pettiness. Imagine two adults dealing with adversity like, well, adults. It was refreshing to not have a massive clash of personalities. The conflicts that arise are plot driven and they are so expertly used that I was completely engaged throughout the story.
Perhaps Lenora is a bit too quick to trust Edward, and his view of Lenora as an obligation switches rather rapidly to one of genuine interest. It’s quite plausible, however, given the way the plot is structured. I enjoyed their openness, warmth, and “love lessons”. There’s a sense of mutual respect between the two of them. I absolutely adored Edward and how protective and supportive he is of Lenora. There’s no machismo. He’s secure enough to be perfectly content to stand in Lenora’s shadow and let her shine.
Bathed in love and compassion from beginning to end, Royally Yours is simply delightful.
Recommended for fans of:
Royalty
Marriages of convenience
Flighty siblings
* I received an early version of this book to voluntarily read. It does not affect my opinion or the content of my review. *
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About Emma Chase
New York Times bestselling author Emma Chase writes contemporary romance novels known for their clever banter, emotional, and sexy, swoonworthy moments. Her books have been translated into over twenty languages around the world.
Emma lives in New Jersey with her amazing husband, two spirited children, and two adorable, but badly behaved, dogs. She has a long standing love/hate relationship with caffeine.
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