The Crown Prince's Bride
Royal Duology #2
by Donna Alward
Publisher ~ St. Martin's Press Swerve
Genres ~ Contemporary Romance, Fairytale
A Crown Prince gets a second chance at love with the woman who’s always been there - in the next book in the prince duology from Donna Alward!
The Crown Prince of Marazur is suffering from a broken heart. After losing his wife and future queen, he knows he’ll never find love again with a partner as wonderful as her. He’s thrown himself into his duties and is trying to be a better father to his two children, but he’s lonely. Even though falling in love seems impossible, so does spending the rest of his life alone.
Stephani has been Raoul’s assistant for years. Smart, loyal, and discreet, Stephani is fantastic at her job. Except for the fact that she’s been in love with her boss since her first week of employment, not that she would ever act on it. Besides, Raoul is first in line to the throne and she’s his assistant. If Raoul ever marries again, it’ll be with someone who can be a future queen. Not someone like Stephani.
When Raoul’s date for a state dinner is unable to attend, he invites Stephani. She’s well-versed on the issues and castle protocol, and Raoul’s always been comfortable with her. But when Stephani arrives, Raoul hardly recognizes her. Is this stunning woman the same one who’s run his office for years?
The Crown Prince’s Bride is the ultimate fairy tale for readers looking for Cinderella to get her prince—and be able to keep him past midnight.
Once again Author Donna Alward writes a book that wrung my heart with intense feelings. This second book to the Royal Duology is filled with raw emotions within Stephani and Raoul as well as between them. It felt real and makes one wonder if they themselves were perhaps doing the same in their life.
Though a fairytale it is heartwarming in how it shows the reader that a person can be in love and still be strong enough to walk away honoring their personal power.
Stephani is perfect. Some may think too perfect but I would disagree with them. She is thoughtful, caring and capable of taking care of her personal wellbeing when the timing was right. This part of her shines at the end of the book and is a great example for woman on how to suffer loss and find strength.
Prince Raoul's character came across as forceful enough to rule a country, compassionate and loving for his family but broken from the loss of his wife. The author's portrayal of his heartbreak and fears feels real and true to his situation.
I give this 4 STARS for its emotional impact.
Received an advance reader copy in exchange for a fair review.
Donna lives on Canada’s east coast with her family which includes a husband, a couple of kids, a senior dog and two crazy cats. When she’s not writing she enjoys reading (of course!), knitting, gardening, cooking…and is a Masterpiece Theater addict.
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