

But, of course, my cruel mother had ingrained that absurd notion into my head.” My mother pursed her lips. “Such was a mistake I had made in the beginning of my RMC, when I had predetermined that I’d marry Prince Edgar of Baylor. While I was very happy each time I recognized names or references to the first book, all the action here is self-sufficient. Even if you haven't read the first book, you can still read this one as the first was focused on the RMC of Qloey, Zedkiel's mother and is only setting the scene for this one. So, naturally, I was very excited to get the second book and be back in this world. I achieve this every time I’m surrounded by my family.”Īfter having received the first book as an ARC and being pleasantly surprised, I knew I wanted to keep up with this series. “The best way to remain beautiful is to keep a young heart, laugh a lot, and enjoy life. Thank you BookSirens and Zoiy Galloay for this opportunity. I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily. A brilliant and captivating debut slow-burn novel about love, coming-of-age, and discovery, and achieved with a dash of humor.Tropes: marriage competition, magical creatures, Elf × humans, dwarfs × humans, different social classes Includes illustrated character art and special features.

Amidst several assassination attempts, centaur attacks, publicized group dates, and royal favoritism towards some competitors, choosing a husband becomes the hardest decision of her life, and threatens Qloey's very right to inherit the throne. At the opening ceremony, an assassin tries to kill her and they soon discover that the mastermind is one of her twelve bachelors. More is at stake than a simple proposal or a broken heart. She thinks finding the right husband will be an easy and swift process, but after she meets the charming princes, beautiful elves, a dwarf, and a commoner, her heart gets swept off in different directions. Twelve boys are invited to compete in a month long competition to win her heart and a seat on the throne. Princess Qloey is the heir to the Velazian Empire and of age to choose a husband. Warning: this fantasy romance contains dangerously hot princes, sexy elves, and a heart-throbbing peasant. One assassin among the bachelors, plotting to kill the princess and bring the empire to its knees. Twelve princes, elves, dukes, a dwarf, and a commoner, competing for the princess's hand in marriage. One princess searching for her prince charming.
