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A Princess in Theory: Reluctant Royals
Reader Score
75%
75% of readers
recommend this book
Critic Reviews
Great
Based on 4 reviews on
From acclaimed author Alyssa Cole comes the tale of a city Cinderella and her Prince Charming in disguise . . .
Between grad school and multiple jobs, Naledi Smith doesn't have time for fairy tales...or patience for the constant e-mails claiming she's betrothed to an African prince. Sure. Right. Delete! As a former foster kid, she's learned that the only things she can depend on are herself and the scientific method, and a silly e-mail won't convince her otherwise.
Prince Thabiso is the sole heir to the throne of Thesolo, shouldering the hopes of his parents and his people. At the top of their list? His marriage. Ever dutiful, he tracks down his missing betrothed. When Naledi mistakes the prince for a pauper, Thabiso can't resist the chance to experience life--and love--without the burden of his crown.
The chemistry between them is instant and irresistible, and flirty friendship quickly evolves into passionate nights. But when the truth is revealed, can a princess in theory become a princess ever after?
Selected as one of the New York Times 100 Notable Books of 2018!
Book Details
- Publisher: Avon Books
- Publish Date: Feb 27th, 2018
- Pages: 384
- Language: English
- Edition: undefined - undefined
- Dimensions: 6.60in - 4.00in - 1.10in - 0.40lb
- EAN: 9780062685544
- Categories: • Romance - Contemporary• Romance - Multicultural & Interracial• Romance - Romantic Comedy
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About the Author
Alyssa Cole is an award-winning, New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of thrillers and romance (historical, contemporary, and sci-fi). Her books have received critical acclaim from Library Journal, BuzzFeed, Kirkus, Booklist, Jezebel, Vulture, Book Riot, Entertainment Weekly, and various other outlets. When she's not working, she can usually be found watching anime or wrangling her many pets.
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What people are saying
Author of Bump in the Night, Budding Romance, Hammer & Tongs, and Trouble & Strife, writing high-heat happy endings. #HEA #Romance She/her Bi🏳️🌈🥄
@ambellefleur All the Reluctant Royals by Alyssa Cole have at least mutual grabbing https://t.co/YmxwIlgkFp
not white • @grittynhl’s wife • writes stuff • she/her • demi & 💗💜💙 • tweets are my own, etc.
@stdennard *cracks knuckles* well if you insist! - the brown sisters series by talia hibbert - twice shy & just like magic by sarah hogle - the reluctant royals series by alyssa cole, but especially a duke by default - book lovers by emily henry - the bergman brothers series by chloe liese
Book maker, accessibility busybody, ebook developer, ebookcraft planner, mom, #eprdctn old-timer. She/her. Settler. Email: laura (at) bradytypesetting (dot) com
@noteon One Last Stop by Casey McQuiston. Or A Princess in Theory by Alyssa Cole. Both are slightly unexpected and excellent.
Critics’ reviews
Praise for this book
"Alyssa Cole is the newly coronated queen of contemporary royal romance! A Princess in Theory is delicious fun... a smart, funny heroine; a sweetly sexy prince; swoon-worthy romance; and an epic happily-ever-after. Long live the queen!" -- Meg Cabot, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Princess Diaries
"A delightful and sexy take on love between a suave African prince and a nerdy epidemiology student." -- Kirkus Reviews (starred review)
"Attention-grabbing from page one, this first book in the Reluctant Royals series will absolutely warm your heart. A Princess in Theory is a delightful love story that introduces a princess -- with attitude! -- who readers will enjoy rooting for. Naledi is skeptical about modern royalty, but her ambition and tough demeanor shine. Cultural differences aside, this is a simple and heartfelt story to be savored." -- RT Book Reviews (4 1/2 stars- TOP PICK)
"a funny, fast-moving, smart-alecky romance... A PRINCESS IN THEORY is pure fun. It will have you laughing, cringing and hooked from the start!" -- Romance Junkies
"the best new romance I've read in a while..." -- New York Times Book Review
"This is a fun, fanciful romance perfect for readers dreaming of royal weddings." -- BookPage
"In Cole's world, royalty and romance go hand in hand with compassion, open-heartedness, and intelligence, as well as a clear-eyed sense of real-world politics. A Princess in Theory is a fairy tale, yes, but one consistently grounded in reality, which makes the happily-ever-after all the more satisfying." -- Entertainment Weekly
"This book was a lot of fun, sexy, with a compelling story. I really enjoyed the romance as it developed between Ledi and Thabioso, both interesting characters together and as individuals. Lots of erotic tension and a deeply satisfying ending. Definitely dive into this one." -- Roxane Gay
What people are saying
Author of Bump in the Night, Budding Romance, Hammer & Tongs, and Trouble & Strife, writing high-heat happy endings. #HEA #Romance She/her Bi🏳️🌈🥄
@ambellefleur All the Reluctant Royals by Alyssa Cole have at least mutual grabbing https://t.co/YmxwIlgkFp
not white • @grittynhl’s wife • writes stuff • she/her • demi & 💗💜💙 • tweets are my own, etc.
@stdennard *cracks knuckles* well if you insist! - the brown sisters series by talia hibbert - twice shy & just like magic by sarah hogle - the reluctant royals series by alyssa cole, but especially a duke by default - book lovers by emily henry - the bergman brothers series by chloe liese