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Regina Beswick never dreamed of faraway places. She’s happy with her life as a classic car mechanic and owner of a restoration shop. But an unexpected visitor and the discovery of a fairytale, drawn by her great-grandma, causes Regina to wonder if she might be destined for something more.
Tanner Burkhardt, Minister of Culture for the Grand Duchy of Hessenberg, must convince Regina Beswick never dreamed of faraway places. She’s happy with her life as a classic car mechanic and owner of a restoration shop. But an unexpected visitor and the discovery of a fairytale, drawn by her great-grandma, causes Regina to wonder if she might be destined for something more. Tanner Burkhardt, Minister of Culture for the Grand Duchy of Hessenberg, must convince the strong-willed Southerner, Miss Beswick, that she is his country’s long-lost princess. Failure could destroy his reputation and change his nation forever. As Regina and Tanner face the challenges before them, neither are prepared for love to invade their hearts and change every thing they believe about themselves.
However, when a royal opponent nearly destroys Regina’s future, she must lean into God and trust He has sovereignly brought her to her true and final destiny. When I read Once Upon a Prince, I decided that was the most beautiful cover I had ever seen. (In fact, there's a story there: when Casey shared the cover on Facebook, I pre-ordered Once Upon a Prince. In paperback.) That book hooked me on Rachel Hauck. This great writer crafts contemporaries that this historical-romance fan loves! Then came Princess Ever After, and I changed my mind: this is the most beautiful cover I have ever seen. I mean, can't you tell?
That shimmery blue is all over this blo When I read Once Upon a Prince, I decided that was the most beautiful cover I had ever seen. (In fact, there's a story there: when Casey shared the cover on Facebook, I pre-ordered Once Upon a Prince. In paperback.) That book hooked me on Rachel Hauck. This great writer crafts contemporaries that this historical-romance fan loves! Then came Princess Ever After, and I changed my mind: this is the most beautiful cover I have ever seen.
I mean, can't you tell? That shimmery blue is all over this blog.;) Rest assured, the story inside had me cracking the book open to see black and white even more often than silver and blue. This story is very well-done. A woman chasing her dream?
That woman discovering she's a long-lost princess? Excellently handled. A love story running up against secrets and political intrigue? What I Didn't Like As Much As interesting as Regina is, Tanner stole my heart halfway through when a secret from his past comes to light.
And the way he wrestled against God for the longest time kept me reading, too. Without giving away too much, I will say that Regina and Tanner allowing their relationship to spark while Regina knew Tanner's faith was tenuous gave me pause.
But the author handles it well.zips lips. Why I Recommend This Book Even those who normally stick to historicals (like me) will enjoy this tale of a kingdom bowing beneath the weight of a century-old agreement that drags a car-restorer and a driven career man together. While this book was less predictable than the first book in the series and fairly cute, it had some major issues that prevented my enjoying it.
Firstly, there was a transgender comment or “joke” that ran across two chapters and ended up being hysterically laughed about by the lead. There is nothing funny about transgenderism. It has no place in a Christian fiction book, as this genre is supposed to look different than those genres of the general market. I don’t read Christian books to get the jun While this book was less predictable than the first book in the series and fairly cute, it had some major issues that prevented my enjoying it.
Firstly, there was a transgender comment or “joke” that ran across two chapters and ended up being hysterically laughed about by the lead. There is nothing funny about transgenderism. It has no place in a Christian fiction book, as this genre is supposed to look different than those genres of the general market. I don’t read Christian books to get the junk of the world thrust in my face. Secondly, I don’t see how a dirty joke about a naked person is funny, let alone someone’s “hardest laugh ever,” but I do see how it rebels against apostle Paul’s admonition to stay away from “filthiness, foolish talk, and coarse jesting, which are not fitting” (Ephesians 5:3-5). Christian fiction isn’t supposed to mock the core values of faith in Jesus. Thirdly, I don’t think “the good Lord would indulge” anyone simply because a problem “came out of the blue and all.” That’s more like how Aladdin’s Genie worked in the Disney animated movie.
I really wanted to like this book, but it fell really flat for me. Content:. many replacement expletives and profanities. alcohol. tobacco.
a derogatory term Rating: 1 star I was not compensated for my honest review. Before I go say anything else, let me say that this cover is gorgeous!
I'm a sucker for covers with pretty dresses, and this book certainly fits the bill! But onto the actual story.
Regina Beswick has finally found what she was meant to do. She gave up her job as a CPA to follow her dream of restoring classic cars, and she couldn't be happier. So when a man shows up claiming she's the lost heir of the kingdom of Hessenberg, Regina laughs in his face. No way is she a lost princess, no matter what Before I go say anything else, let me say that this cover is gorgeous! I'm a sucker for covers with pretty dresses, and this book certainly fits the bill! But onto the actual story. Regina Beswick has finally found what she was meant to do.
She gave up her job as a CPA to follow her dream of restoring classic cars, and she couldn't be happier. So when a man shows up claiming she's the lost heir of the kingdom of Hessenberg, Regina laughs in his face. No way is she a lost princess, no matter what Great-Grandma Alice might have pretended once upon a time. Tanner Burkhardt has been seen by King Nathaniel II to find Regina and bring her back to Hessenberg.
As the entail between Brighton and Hessenberg nears its end, only the heir has the ability to establish Hessenberg as an independent nation. Tanner is proud of his home country, and he hopes Regina will accept her heritage and step into the role of princess to save his historic nation. He's prepared for Regina to be shocked, but he's not prepared for her refusal or for her to steal his heart. After a fairly disastrous first meeting, pieces of history begin to fall into place, convincing Regina of her heritage and of what could be her true destiny. With Tanner as her loyal helper, she makes the choice to become a princess, and despite some serious opposition and political mind games, she's determined to do what's best for her great-grandmother's kingdom, even if that means giving up her old self to become something more.
Whereas Once Upon a Prince reminded me of Cinderella, Princess Ever After is firmly in Rapunzel territory. A lost princess, a kingdom in need, hints and secrets coming to light to show the girl who she truly is-it's a lot like the classical fairytale. Or at least the more recent Disney version of it. Anyway, Princess Ever After manages to take what could've been a pretty rote story and create a story full of history, self-reflection, and faith in God's plan. Like its predecessor, this book focuses a lot on God's plan and the reality that the things He has destined us for are often far greater than what we could've imagined on our own.
Regina thinks she has found her calling restoring classic cars, but her true heritage lands with all the subtlety of a bomb. Tanner thinks he's content living the single life and forgetting about his past sings, but a new marriage beings his past and his twin daughters back into the picture. Both fight against the possibility of change, but they eventually both realize that they're being given the chance to do something bigger than themselves and choose to embrace it.
Regina is such a fun character. She's sassy, independent, and friendly, but also pretty stubborn. Despite a letter from a king and a attache case full of official paperwork, she refuses to believe she's the lost princess of Hessenberg; it takes an old fairytale written by her great-grandmother to convince her that Tanner is telling the truth. I loved reading about Regina's relationship with her great-grandmother Alice. They clearly loved each other very much, and although Alice never revealed her heritage outright, I loved how she slipped the truth in the stories and games she would play with Regina. It was her way of forgetting the horrors and sadness of the past while still telling Regina who she really was. I also loved the entries from Alice's journal, which provided a good look at Hessenberg and showed the sense of despair that pervaded the country with the threat of WWI.
Tanner is also fun in his own way, but he's a bit stuffier and more closed-off than Regina. It's clear why he's the way he is, and this changes as the story progresses, thanks mostly to Regina.
I loved seeing the two of them work together, and I was glad that Tanner was there for Regina to lean on as she struggled to fit into her position as princess. I was also glad Tanner's background as a lawyer helped him counter Seamus's plans to abolish the monarchy and rule Hessenberg himself.
I liked that the political drama directly stemmed from the old Hessenberg laws instead of from general political scheming, and I was glad that the laws and politics overall were explained very clearly-it really helped me follow what was going on and what was at stake. Of course, Seamus's games don't pan out and Regina becomes a princess, but the path to get there isn't exactly smooth.
Regina deals with all the chaos, though, in her own way, and I loved that she refused to be treated as a royal and insinuated herself with the people. Her dinners in the pub, eating with and talking to the people who would be her subjects, showed how down-to-Earth Regina was and also how seriously she took her position. She doesn't believe she's prepared to rule a country, but she has faith in the people of Hessenberg and she has faith in Alice, and she's willing to do whatever it takes to save her country.
The scene where she sings the old Hessenberg evening song, first to the diners in the pub and second to the rioters, really got me, as it reminded the Hessenberg people of their past and of their proud heritage and also showed that Regina was truly one of them. It won the hearts of many who heard her sing and helped Regina herself believe that she was truly meant to be their princess. Overall, Princess Ever After is a sweet, fun, and faithful read.
Once again, the main focus in on following God's plan for your life, and Regina and Tanner's paths twist and turn as they try to follow God's path. The history of Hessenberg, although fictional, feels incredibly real, and I loved seeing how the country was and what it could become again. The ending takes a slight turn towards the unrealistic, but it's a great surprise, and I loved that it brings together Regina the princess and Regina the classic car restorer. Hauck has written another amazing story that will make you smile, fill your heart with joy, and have you wishing for your own royal adventure.
This book was simply fabulous. I read the first book in the royal wedding series (Once Upon A Prince ) last year, and I thoroughly enjoyed it! Needless to say, when the opportunity to review it's sequel came up. I was thrilled.
Rachel Hauck is quickly becoming one of my favorite authors. Not quite my absolute favorite, but she's definitely working her way up.
Her stories are spectacular! What girl wouldn't want to read about a modern-day fairy tale?
It got me to thinking how I would rea Wowzers! This book was simply fabulous. I read the first book in the royal wedding series (Once Upon A Prince ) last year, and I thoroughly enjoyed it! Needless to say, when the opportunity to review it's sequel came up.
I was thrilled. Rachel Hauck is quickly becoming one of my favorite authors.
Not quite my absolute favorite, but she's definitely working her way up. Her stories are spectacular! What girl wouldn't want to read about a modern-day fairy tale? It got me to thinking how I would react were I put in Regina's place.
I assume that I would be thrilled to have someone show up at my house one day with a letter from the king of a far away land stating that I was a long lost princess, but who knows? Regina is forced to choose between her love for her heritage and country and her love for her comfortable Southern home near her family. In a perfect world, she would be able to bring her family and business along with her, but she can't uproot her dad and stepmom, and she certainly won't be able to talk her partner Al into moving to a foreign country to remodel old cars when he can do it where he's spent his entire life. She is forced to come to the realization that being a princess is more than just pretty dresses and eloquent speech, it's about being a servant. But why would she serve a country that she didn't have a single connection to a week ago? She was born and raised in America, she was an American.
Why would she travel half way around the world to save a country so small that it hardly warranted a place in her old high school history books? She figures that she might as well see what all the hub-bub is all about, so she agrees to a short trip to scope things out. One thing follows another, and next thing you know, Regina is swearing an oath to be the princess of Hessenberg, wearing pretty dresses, and falling for her chief advisor.
What was happening? Her life had gone from comfortably predictable to a zero-to-sixty whirlwind in less than a month! She realized that she can't abandon the country of the great grandmother that she loved so dearly, but she still isn't sure that she is cut out for the job.
I totally felt like I was walking through all these struggles right beside Princess Regina (and Tanner (;. You know what this book REALLY reminds me of? 'The Princess Diaries'. You know, those movies with Anne Hathaway? When Tanner told Regina of her inheritance to a kingdom, I so saw Mia Thermopalis saying, 'Shut. I've always been a sucker for fairy tales, and this one roped me in, just as I expected it would. I can't recommend this series enough!
Especially if you're a female with a soft spot for princesses (which most girls do, if we're honest with ourselves). READ IT READ IT READ IT.
“Like restoring cars is a highway to being a princess? Dad, my life is not a Disney movie.” Reggie Beswick, Princess Ever After Once I opened Rachel Hauck’s Princess After Ever, I had to keep reading until I’d wrung the last drop of sweet, romantic, quirky goodness from the story. This book is equal parts Princess Diaries, Roman Holiday, and Tammy and the Bachelor. (Anyone else remember that oldie but goodie?). And I kept picturing Tanner Burkholdt as hunky widowers Tom Winters, aka Cary Grant, “Like restoring cars is a highway to being a princess?
Dad, my life is not a Disney movie.” Reggie Beswick, Princess Ever After Once I opened Rachel Hauck’s Princess After Ever, I had to keep reading until I’d wrung the last drop of sweet, romantic, quirky goodness from the story. This book is equal parts Princess Diaries, Roman Holiday, and Tammy and the Bachelor. (Anyone else remember that oldie but goodie?).
And I kept picturing Tanner Burkholdt as hunky widowers Tom Winters, aka Cary Grant, from Houseboat or Graham, aka Jude Law, from The Holiday—even though he’s blond. Princess Ever After is big on charm, and I love how Tanner is totally respectful and virtuous in how he treats Reggie. I can’t wait to share this story with my students. I know they’ll love it!
What’s it about? The Grand Duchy of Hessenberg is in trouble. It seems the late Prince Francis established a one hundred year entail, at the end of which he intended for his heir to return and reestablish the monarchy.
Now the entail is about to end. Yet all members of the monarchy are gone—except for Regina Alice Beswick, a country bumpkin from the States, who would rather be dipped in axle grease than model a tiara. So it’s up to Minister of Culture Tanner Burkholdt to bring Reggie home to Hessenberg.
However, Tanner’s old mentor isn’t too keen on giving up his power to the new girl. If only stoic Tanner can keep from losing his heart to Reggie, he might be able to concentrate on how to save his country and Reggie’s crown before it’s too late. What I liked best (in no particular order). When Reggie & Tanner tour the Grand Duchy of Hessenberg dressed as a fun, famous couple from the past “Meadowbluff Palace, with its gables and turrets, framed by the towering Cliffs of White” Sunset in Wisteria Park St.
John’s Chapel, where Reggie soaked in “The millions of prayers. The presence.” Gram Alice’s backstory, told in letters from 1914 Meeting 10-year-old twins Bella and Britta The spiritual thread invoking the royal roots which belong to every daughter of the King. When Reggie reminds herself, “Wasn’t that what Gram did? Live the life of a princess by her actions, not her title?” This quote: 'Your grandmother was communicating truth to you with this story. You are her treasure, her heritage.
There’s your truth.' .Thanks to Rachel Hauck, Litfuse PR, and Zondervan for providing a copy for me to review. It seems like 2014 is going to the be the year of continuing series for me because it feels like the only books I have read this year are seconds in a series. On a positive note, however, they have all been wonderful.
Including this gem from Rachel Hauck, whom I must meet as soon as possible because she is one of the best storytellers ever! (As I say that is a complete valley girl style!) I started this series last year because I have never read a book published by Zondervan that I have not enjo It seems like 2014 is going to the be the year of continuing series for me because it feels like the only books I have read this year are seconds in a series.
On a positive note, however, they have all been wonderful. Including this gem from Rachel Hauck, whom I must meet as soon as possible because she is one of the best storytellers ever! (As I say that is a complete valley girl style!) I started this series last year because I have never read a book published by Zondervan that I have not enjoyed and this new series looked and sounded wonderful. After having now finished the second book in this series I can say with confidence that this series, and both of these books, will grab you from the very first words and will not let you go until the very end! Regina Beswick has quite the interesting life and she is not what I was expecting as our next heroine.
She doesn’t quite meet the mold for princess material. However, she quickly won my heart. The plot reminded me a little of The Princess Diaries in the fact that Regina was completely shocked by the information of her royal background. What makes this book even more thrilling is that Regina thinks she finally has her life figured out and has started to find the answers she has been looking for when she realizes that her life is about to become a very fast, high-strung rollercoaster ride.
I love when characters are thrown out of their element and into an adventurous new world. This book has a little bit of everything: fun, loveable characters, a bigger message behind it all, a little bit of love, and a whole lot of having faith! This story allowed me to have a taste of what could seemingly be a realistic fairy tale.
Most girls dreamed of either marrying a prince or somehow becoming a princess. Through this book I was able to step in Regina’s shoes and imagine what it would be like for someone to show up at my door and tell me I am the heir to a throne and crown! Not to mention if that someone were half as sweet and honorable as Tanner Burkhardt. He was just as interesting of a character as Regina, and made Regina’s story all the better. I cannot wait to find out more about the next book in this series! I hope that news is released soon because I do not know how much longer I can wait.A free copy of this book was provided to me by the publishers at Zondervan in exchange for my honest review.
But isn’t that what courage to step into your calling is all about? Discovering the truth and doing everything in your power to obtain it? You know, I think it’s safe to say you’re never too old for fairy tales. Who wants to live in a world where that isn’t the case? One of my favorite cartoons to this day in Cinderella.
“CinderellleCinderelle, night and day for Cinderelle!” And Gus Gus? I want a chunky mouse that wears a pointy hat. Although, I can just get one for my cat (he isn’t But isn’t that what courage to step into your calling is all about?
Discovering the truth and doing everything in your power to obtain it? You know, I think it’s safe to say you’re never too old for fairy tales.
Who wants to live in a world where that isn’t the case? One of my favorite cartoons to this day in Cinderella. “CinderellleCinderelle, night and day for Cinderelle!” And Gus Gus? I want a chunky mouse that wears a pointy hat. Although, I can just get one for my cat (he isn’t known for being “fit”) and it’ll work out fine.:) Back to fairy tales – there’s just something about them I can’t help but love. And Rachel Hauck is the one to go to if you’re looking for some modern day fairy tales. Princess Ever After was one of those books that kept me up past midnight and it was all worth it.
Sleep, schmeep. I’ve got books to read Universe. Not only is this book well-written, heart-warming and a fun read, Hauck brings to light important life lessons of who we are and what it means to have faith in a bigger/greater plan than what we might think is best. Trust me, thinking back when I was 19 or 20 and what I thought I wanted and planned for? Once again, let’s thank.the.Lord He didn’t listen to me and stuck with His plan;). I’m so thankful the Lord likes to mix things up to show us a much more adventurous and beautiful story.
It isn’t always easy trusting the unknown horizon, but it’s always worth it. Oh and did I mention it’s a really cute story, with fun twists, loveable characters and I’m hoping it’ll become a movie? It would be a fun one for the big screen. And just once in my life I want an excuse to dress up for a ball.
Just sayin I definitely recommend this one – you’ll be entertained for sure! So what’s one of your favorite fairy tales? Oh and have you read Rachel Hauck before?
If not, you are missing out!! You need to fix that. (Thank you Litfuse and Zondervan for a copy in exchange for my honest opinion) Originally posted. I loved Rachel Hauck's first book in her Royal Wedding Series, Once Upon a Prince. After I finished that one I was counting down the days for the release of the second book, Princess Ever After.
I'm like the next girl, I love a good fairytale/princess/romance story, but for some reason I felt this story fell flat. Which was a bummer. It was still good, yet it was not all I was hoping and rooting for. This book is Hauck's baby I'm sure so I don't want to badmouth it. It's still a great read and I I loved Rachel Hauck's first book in her Royal Wedding Series, Once Upon a Prince. After I finished that one I was counting down the days for the release of the second book, Princess Ever After.
I'm like the next girl, I love a good fairytale/princess/romance story, but for some reason I felt this story fell flat. Which was a bummer. It was still good, yet it was not all I was hoping and rooting for.
This book is Hauck's baby I'm sure so I don't want to badmouth it. It's still a great read and I whizzed right through the story in a day, but when I finished it I just didn't get the same butterfly feeling of happiness when I closed the book like I did with the first one.
Hauck had a lot of elements in this story. All were very creative and thought out, but sometimes they didn't seem to mix well together. There was the continuing story line of Hessenberg becoming an independent nation, then on the side there was excerpts from Reggie's great-grandmother's diary when she was Duchess. Then there was a scheming Prime Minister on the side.
The story had a royalesque feel to it. I just felt some parts of the story were rushed for me. I would have liked to get to know SPOILER LOOK AWAY FROM THE NEXT SENTENCE Tanner's twin daughters, but we only got a few lines. As for the romance. It was very high school. When you read the book and get a feel of Reggie and Tanner it makes more sense. Both Reggie and Tanner fit each other, and I liked their playful jibes.
Did the romance make my stomach flipped? Did it feel rushed? But it was a romance I would feel comfortable sharing with my younger sister. So that is a plus in my book! Rating: 3 out of 5 Disclaimer: I received a free copy for an honest review from Litfuse Publicity Group. I was pretty sure I read this book some time ago but it was still marked as unread on my shelf.
Some of it kept striking things in my memory so I guess I did read it but forgot to go back and review it. I hate when I do that because I found this in my Arc shelf which means I owed a review to a very deserving author. I have to admit that this book really resonates with me. It is a story about choices and leaving home.
Most of us have to make this decision and even though we find happiness after w I was pretty sure I read this book some time ago but it was still marked as unread on my shelf. Some of it kept striking things in my memory so I guess I did read it but forgot to go back and review it. I hate when I do that because I found this in my Arc shelf which means I owed a review to a very deserving author. I have to admit that this book really resonates with me.
It is a story about choices and leaving home. Most of us have to make this decision and even though we find happiness after we make the decision we do not see that happiness when we are making the choice to leave home for the first time. In this case, Reggie Beswick is working in her dream job restoring vintage cars with one her most favorite people in the world, her dad's close friend. She loves her home-town of Tallahassee Florida and the town loves her back. Suddenly she is told that she is the descendant of a princess, her great-grandmother, Alice, whom she knew the first 12 years of her life. It apparently was a closely guarded secret with some memories of hints thrown in here and there. The duchy of Hessenberg needs its royal to come and help them regain their country from an old contract, but it means Reggie has to make a huge decision, step out on faith and go or stay home where things are comfortable.
Of course, there is another wrinkle, a great looking man who also happens to be single. Princess Ever After is an endearing story that is great read and, yes, there is talk of faith in God, but that doesn't mean it isn't a great story for everyone! I love great, royal romance stories and this one fits the bill! Review can also be seen at LadyTechie's Book Musing. This is a series I've had my eye on for awhile. Ever since the first book came out (Once Upon a Princess), I've been wanting to read it. My library has the ebook of the first book so I picked that up and read it and then I came across this second book in the series on NetGalley and knew I had to read it.
What draws me to this series in the first place is that I've read books by Rachel Hauck before and I know what I going to get. She is a Christian Fiction author so I know the book will be clean ( This is a series I've had my eye on for awhile. Ever since the first book came out (Once Upon a Princess), I've been wanting to read it. My library has the ebook of the first book so I picked that up and read it and then I came across this second book in the series on NetGalley and knew I had to read it. What draws me to this series in the first place is that I've read books by Rachel Hauck before and I know what I going to get. She is a Christian Fiction author so I know the book will be clean (no sex, no swearing and no profanity).
I know from the cover that I'm going to get a romantic sort of book and (fingers crossed) a happily ever after ending because you cannot put 'Ever After' in the title and not make it happily, right?! One thing I really loved about this book was that even though there was instant attraction, there wasn't an instant relationship or 'love'.
There is a difference between attraction and love and I really enjoyed how this relationship progressed- naturally and slowly. Regina and Tanner were both realistic characters, each with shortcomings and weaknesses but both trying hard to make good decisions and become better. Regina never expected to be pulled out of her dream come true of owning her own garage. It was just getting started when she was so suddenly uprooted and thrown into a life completely foreign to her.
Regina shows courage through all the challenges. Tanner is patient and strong.
I really liked him and his role in this book. I think this book could easily stand alone but I was glad to have the first book in my head before I read this book. It helped me understand other characters in this book who were prominent in the first book. I absolutely love a sweep you off your feet fairy tale and Rachel Hauck is top notch!
I totally fell in love with these characters- Regina (erReggie) was not at all what I expectedshe was a delightful, refreshing surprise of a character! And Tannerwell, I’ll let you get to know him on your own! I was also happy to catch up with some characters from Book 1, but don’t feareven though this is a series- it can be thoroughly enjoyed on its own. Princess Ever After is a swoon-worthy, romantic, intrig I absolutely love a sweep you off your feet fairy tale and Rachel Hauck is top notch! I totally fell in love with these characters- Regina (erReggie) was not at all what I expectedshe was a delightful, refreshing surprise of a character! And Tannerwell, I’ll let you get to know him on your own! I was also happy to catch up with some characters from Book 1, but don’t feareven though this is a series- it can be thoroughly enjoyed on its own.
Princess Ever After is a swoon-worthy, romantic, intriguing escape of a read and I will keep and enjoy my copy again and again. PS- if you’re a fan of The Princess Diaries, don’t miss this one!!!.My thanks to NetGalley and Zondervan Fiction, for providing me with a free copy for an honest review. I am grudgingly giving this book three stars. Although the cover and the book description got me to try this book, as a consumer i felt them slightly misleadinging. Because of the amount of country politics and the very hard and clear christian theme throughout the book. If you are going to have such a christian theme in a book, warning would be nice as i was NOT expecting it.
The backbon.My thanks to NetGalley and Zondervan Fiction, for providing me with a free copy for an honest review. I am grudgingly giving this book three stars. Although the cover and the book description got me to try this book, as a consumer i felt them slightly misleadinging. Because of the amount of country politics and the very hard and clear christian theme throughout the book. If you are going to have such a christian theme in a book, warning would be nice as i was NOT expecting it. The backbone of the story was good, a 29 year old finds out she is a lost princess and heir to a throne in which if she does not take the crown the country will be absorbed into another country.
There is also a love of classic cars going on. There is love, plotting, a very strong christian theme, diary readouts from her dead grandmother, lots of politics and friendship. The book is also very clean and only has a few kisses dotted around, with our couple skirting around most of the book with their feelings. Certainly not an author i will be reading again. This book was a nice and easy read with good characters and a great CLEAN romantic aspect. It was fairly original but only because it wasn't explicit about the romance, other than that it was similar to other books in this genre.
The main character is Regina, a normal girl until she finds out that she is the only living relative of a royal family in a country far away. She is thrown into a world of politics that she never knew exsisted with only one person she can count on to support her. Regina This book was a nice and easy read with good characters and a great CLEAN romantic aspect. It was fairly original but only because it wasn't explicit about the romance, other than that it was similar to other books in this genre. The main character is Regina, a normal girl until she finds out that she is the only living relative of a royal family in a country far away.
She is thrown into a world of politics that she never knew exsisted with only one person she can count on to support her. Regina has to learn to sink or swim in a world she couldn't imagine herself in before with very little preparation. The most noteworthy secondary character is Tanner, the one guy in the world Regina is thrown into who can help and support her. He is also the romantic interest of Regina in the book. The storyline isn't hugely original but what is original is that the romance is clean. The pacing was pretty good leaving readers guessing until the last minute.
3 stars a good read. What would you do if someone you never met before came up to you with news that you are a royal heir to the throne?
That's right a bonafide princess! Would you believe him? Would you be willing to give up your current life right now and head for a country your grandmother used to talk about but one you never had though had any significance to your family before today? Welcome to Regina Beswick's world as of today? While she insists that everyone call her Reggie, she finally believes that she is What would you do if someone you never met before came up to you with news that you are a royal heir to the throne? That's right a bonafide princess! Would you believe him?
Would you be willing to give up your current life right now and head for a country your grandmother used to talk about but one you never had though had any significance to your family before today? Welcome to Regina Beswick's world as of today? While she insists that everyone call her Reggie, she finally believes that she is following the dream she was always meant to have, restoring old vintage cars. While her father wanted her to pursue a career as a CPA, it wasn't her life calling and she walked away from the accounting firm. Now while she has successfully restored her first car, a 1971 Dodge Challenger and is dreaming of the day when she'll have more opportunities, in walks Tanner Burkhardt. He's been sent on behalf of the King Nathaniel II to locate the only heir to the throne, the Grand Duchy of Hessenberg, which leads to Reggie. They have only less than a month remaining to convince Reggie to come back to Hessenberg and assume her throne or the island country will revert back to Brighton as the one-year entail ends.
But how can you convince someone like Reggie that her duty is to assume the throne when all her life, she has never heard of anything more than fairy tales her grandmother Alice shared with her. She's just suppose to walk away from her home, her family, friends and her promising new business and leave it behind to be a princess? She always dreamed that fairy tales would come true but she never for once considered it just might be true and happening to her! But perhaps she can just fly over to Hessenberg, restore the country to it's proper order and then walk away leaving the responsibility to someone else, but when Tanner learns that the governor of Hessenberg is challenging Reggie's ability to manage the country, it might mean that the country will default to no government after all. The new governor is trying to use the media to create a fire storm of controversy that Reggie is American born and thus has no right to rule over a country and people she cares little for. Will Tanner be able to convince Reggie to do what she can to help the country or will it fall into history as being a city no more?
I received Princess Ever After by best selling author Rachel Hauck compliments of Litfuse Publicity and Zondervan Publishing for my honest review. I did not receive any monetary compensation and the opinions are strictly my own. This is the second novel in the Royal Wedding Series and I loved it just as much as I did the first one. I think every little girl grows up with the fantasy of being a princess some day and that is why I believe this novel really appeals to women.
It creates the possibility that fairy tales can come true and perhaps there is a handsome prince just waiting out there for the right girl to come along and save the day being just the person she is without having to change. I easily give this one a 5 out of 5 stars. There is also a reading group guide at the end that is perfect for book clubs! I can't wait for A March Bride coming soon! I love fairy tales.those stories that really let you 'live the dream'. Princess Ever After definitely fits into this category.
It is the second book in the Royal Wedding series, however, it really can be read as a stand along book if you have not read the first book, Once Upon a Prince. I really enjoy reading books in a series, and would recommend that you read the first one if you can. It was one of my absolute favorite books last year and I have already re-read it a couple of times! It is ju I love fairy tales.those stories that really let you 'live the dream'. Princess Ever After definitely fits into this category. It is the second book in the Royal Wedding series, however, it really can be read as a stand along book if you have not read the first book, Once Upon a Prince.
I really enjoy reading books in a series, and would recommend that you read the first one if you can. It was one of my absolute favorite books last year and I have already re-read it a couple of times! It is just that good. In Princess Ever After, we meet Tanner Burkhardt.
He is the Minister of Culture of a small fictitious nation named Hessenburg. His task is to tell the recently located heir (a princess) that she is nobility and must return to Hessenburg to save their country. Tanner is such an interesting character. He has a great back story and is battling with some serious issues and doubts about his worth and about God's love. Regina (Reggie) Beswick doesn't know she is a princess. Her ancestors fled Hessenburg in 1914 and she was never told of her heritage.
Reggie is a fun character. She is definitely an everyday type of girl and is enjoying her life. She has made a career change and is now restoring classic cars. Life is enjoyable and she thinks she is where God wants her to be.
Watching Reggie come to the realization that the information that Tanner brings is legitimate and that she is desperately needed in Hessenburg was enjoyable. I especially liked watching the relationship grow between the two main characters once Reggie arrives in Hessenburg and begins learning about her heritage. The romance does not seem quite as deep as in the first book, Once Upon a Prince, but these are different characters in a different story. They have their own story to tell and their own way of reacting to relationships. If every story was the same, how boring that would be! There are some interesting twists and turns and flash backs to journal entries written by Reggie's grandmother, when she was a young lady, throughout the book. All in all, a sweet and romantic fairy tale that left me happy at the end.
I received a complimentary ebook copy from Litfuse Publicity Group through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review, which I have given. You can read this review and enter Rachel Hauck's current contest by going to my blog. For every little girl who dreamed of being a princess, but then grew up. This story is for you! The circumstances are realistic; it feels like something that could actually happen. No magic or spells required for this real world fairy tale, but that doesn't mean the story won't cast a spell on you!
Though the first part of the story stretched out a bit longer than I hoped, it's actually a large part of what gives the story its realism. Regina's reluctance and disbelief at the revelation of her For every little girl who dreamed of being a princess, but then grew up. This story is for you! The circumstances are realistic; it feels like something that could actually happen.
No magic or spells required for this real world fairy tale, but that doesn't mean the story won't cast a spell on you! Though the first part of the story stretched out a bit longer than I hoped, it's actually a large part of what gives the story its realism. Regina's reluctance and disbelief at the revelation of her foreign royal heritage no doubt mirrors what most women would feel in this situation. I loved how she openly admitted to being 'scared' or 'terrified' of her unknown future. She's strong and determined, but vulnerable in the fact that she hates change. The sprinkling of politics throughout-a necessary evil in keeping with the realistic approach-was handled well, and though it wasn't my favorite part, I do admit that it was easy to understand without delving into boring matters.
The political 'villain' really got on my nerves, but hey, that's what a villain is supposed to do, right? Job well done. Now that I know the final outcome, thinking back on his over the top antics-one in particular-is actually rather amusing. Something that I really liked was the fact that Regina had never been kissed or in a serious relationship. At the age of 29, that's pretty rare, but I thought it was awesome. When she finally did find her 'prince', he gently pursued her even before she was certain of how she felt. It was enjoyable to watch the progress of their relationship (especially considering Regina's position as a royal), and the scene where they both admitted to having feelings was sweet and actually rather unique.
Overall, I enjoyed Princess Ever After. It's a great second installment for the 'Royal Wedding' series and ties in nicely with the first book, Once Upon A Prince (but reading the first certainly isn't necessary to enjoy the second). The story satisfies the age-old 'princess' fantasy while staying firmly rooted in the real world.no magic or spells to be found, except for some Divine intervention-which, you gotta admit, is way cooler than your average storybook magic! SUMMARY: Regina Beswick didn’t know she was born to be a princess.
She’s content to be a small-town girl, running a classic auto restoration shop, unaware that a secret destiny awaits her. One that will leap from the pages of her grandmother’s hand-painted book of fairy tales. Tanner Burkhardt is the stoic minister of culture for the Grand Duchy of Hessenberg. When he is tasked to retrieve the long-lost princess, he must overcome his fear of failure in order to secure his nation’s future — and his SUMMARY: Regina Beswick didn’t know she was born to be a princess. She’s content to be a small-town girl, running a classic auto restoration shop, unaware that a secret destiny awaits her. One that will leap from the pages of her grandmother’s hand-painted book of fairy tales.
Tanner Burkhardt is the stoic minister of culture for the Grand Duchy of Hessenberg. When he is tasked to retrieve the long-lost princess, he must overcome his fear of failure in order to secure his nation’s future — and his own. Yet lurking in the political shadows is a fierce opponent with sinister plans to abolish the throne forever.
Overwhelmed with opposition, Regina must decide whether she’s destined to restore old cars or an ancient nation. Together — with a little divine intervention — Regina and Tanner discover the truth of her heritage and the healing power of true love. REVIEW: Filled with romance, intrigue, adventure, laughter and most importantly faith, I found this book delightfully wonderful and a quick read. Regina is a feisty, southern girl who loves cars, boots, and sweet tea. But just like every girl she is waiting for her prince.
The development of the relationship between Regina and Tanner is well developed and the story line had enough twists and turns to keep the reader interested. The author's theme of second chances for both Tanner and Seamus were well played also. Look forward to reading more in this series.
FAVORITE QUOTES: 'Mama says faith is for the strong because it takes a hearty heart to believe what is unseen. The eyes of our hearts tell our minds what the Spirit is saying.'
'God alone can save our spirits. But only He knows how or when.'
'Wasn't that faith? Believing what the heart knew to be true even if the head raged with doubts?' 'Prayer makes all the difference in my life and decision making.' 'She'd heard about faith and trust in God her whole life. But not once had she lifted her wings and tried to catch a current knowing nothing was beneath her but the invisible hand of God.'
Regina Beswick is happy with her simple life. She owns her own business - or restoring classic cars - and loves life. She doesn't know she's a princess. Or the one person who can save a country. When Tanner Burkhardt from the Grand Duchy of Hessenberg shows up at her garage and informs her that she's the long-lost heir to the throne, she really thinks someone is playing a joke on her. Yet when her father confirms at least part of Tanner's claim, Reggie finds herself at a crossroads.
Should she g Regina Beswick is happy with her simple life. She owns her own business - or restoring classic cars - and loves life. She doesn't know she's a princess.
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Or the one person who can save a country. When Tanner Burkhardt from the Grand Duchy of Hessenberg shows up at her garage and informs her that she's the long-lost heir to the throne, she really thinks someone is playing a joke on her. Yet when her father confirms at least part of Tanner's claim, Reggie finds herself at a crossroads.
Should she give up everything she loves to rule this tiny island nation? Or should she give up being a princess? Even though she's unsure, Reggie travels to Hessenberg to at least visit the country and see where her great-grandmother grew up. But while she's there, she and Tanner discover a plot that could mean the end of the small country.
Will Reggie accept her birthright? And how will she deal with her feelings for Tanner? Last year when I read Once Upon a Prince, I absolutely adored it. This sequel to it was equally delightful. I loved Reggie's character. She's such a down to earth girl.
And the way that she rolled with the things that came up showed me that she had spunk. I also loved catching a brief glimpse of Nathaniel and Susanna from the first book.
I thought Tanner showed promise. I didn't like him at all at first. I thought he was stuffy.
But as I kept reading, I discovered just how much hurt he was hiding and I grew to love him. I really loved the glimpses of the past through Princess Alice's journal entries.
To me, this reminded me a lot of the Princess Diaries (both the movies and the books). And I loved the Princess Diaries! I also found this to be a very light-hearted, engaging, and entertaining read. I received this book for free from Thomas Nelson/Zondervan/HarperCollins BookLook Bloggers program. My thoughts and opinions are my own. Recommended to fans of fairy tales, happy endings, Princess Diaries, Karen Witemeyer, contemporary romance Rating - 5 stars - another sigh-worthy book.
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New York Times, USA Today & Wall Street Journal Bestselling author Rachel Hauck writes from sunny central Florida. A RITA finalist and winner of Romantic Times Inspirational Novel of the Year, she writes vivid characters dealing with real life issues. She loves to hear from readers. She also loves to encourage new writers and sits on the Executive Board of American Christian Fiction Writers. A New York Times, USA Today & Wall Street Journal Bestselling author Rachel Hauck writes from sunny central Florida. A RITA finalist and winner of Romantic Times Inspirational Novel of the Year, she writes vivid characters dealing with real life issues.
She loves to hear from readers. She also loves to encourage new writers and sits on the Executive Board of American Christian Fiction Writers. A graduate of Ohio State University with a BA in Journalism, Rachel is an avid OSU football fan. She hopes to one day stand on the sidelines in the Shoe with Urban Meyer. An avid Diet Coke fan, she is caffeine free. Sometimes you just have to compromise.
She's never skied or jumped out of an airplane. She leaves such hijinks to Jason Bourne. Visit her web site to find out more and click on the icons to follow her on Twitter and Facebook.
Phillip was an orphan. His cousin was the guardian of the orphan.
The cousin travelled to Italy where he met and married a woman named Rachel. Rachel was Phillip’s cousin. Some time later, the guardian died from a strange disease. Rachel wanted to return all the possessions of her late husband to Phillip. Phillip fell in love with Rachel. He refused to see any evidence of her involvement in the murder of the guardian.
After he had made a very generous present to Rachel, Phillip suddenly fell ill. He noticed the same symptoms as Rachel’s first husband had. He started suspecting something. Probably, Rachel needed only money.
What, if she decided to become a widow one more time? He has little time left to learn the truth and save his life.
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