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cass_cgallegos's review against another edition
4.25
overall, i enjoyed this so much! my only critique is that the ending seemed very abrupt. i just wanted more from the issue and solution of the story (not the romance). but i believe this is my first time reading from this author and i’m excited to check out other books!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Misogyny, Sexual content, and Grief
Moderate: Alcoholism, Car accident, Death of parent, and Toxic friendship
Minor: Animal cruelty and Animal death
marareading's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.25
This book was a fun rom-com! It has an all Black cast, and our MC is a woman in STEM which was a huge seller for me. I LOVE a strong intelligent female lead!
Naledi Smith is an orphan who lives in NYC. She has worked her whole life to get where she is. Now on top of her grad school work, and multiple jobs, she is getting very persistent emails from a spammer insisting she is betrothed to an African prince.
The end of this book felt more rushed than I prefer. I felt like it wrapped up too quickly. I still enjoyed the dynamics of the rest of the book. I LOVED the MC Ledi. Definitely recommend.
Naledi Smith is an orphan who lives in NYC. She has worked her whole life to get where she is. Now on top of her grad school work, and multiple jobs, she is getting very persistent emails from a spammer insisting she is betrothed to an African prince.
The end of this book felt more rushed than I prefer. I felt like it wrapped up too quickly. I still enjoyed the dynamics of the rest of the book. I LOVED the MC Ledi. Definitely recommend.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcoholism, Sexual content, Grief, and Death of parent
Moderate: Sexism and Car accident
Minor: Misogyny, Terminal illness, and Toxic friendship
jackiepreston's review against another edition
emotional
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Misogyny, Racism, and Sexism
Minor: Car accident and Death of parent
memorable's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
I loved this book! The whole betrothed thing was odd to me and the ending seemed a bit rushed. Okay, and the whole epidemic hit a little too close to home in a current pandemic; however, I loved the facts that the kingdom was so much ahead of all countries of the global north working with renewable energy and technology not known in the U.S. And can we please talk about Naledi? Strong black female character who stands up for herself and gets everything she deservers! It’s just such a refreshing read in comparison to some love stories that are problematic!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content and Death of parent
Moderate: Grief and Car accident
Minor: Misogyny and Sexism
Bad foster care experiencerorikae's review against another edition
funny
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
'A Princess in Theory' by Alyssa Cole is a fun and engaging romance with two lovable leads.
Naledi is an overworked grad student who has a hard time letting people into her life after her childhood being moved from foster family to foster family. Thabiso is prince of Thesolo struggling with the expectations of his parents and country. On a trip to New York to complete some of his royal duties, Thabiso takes the time to track down his betrothed who disappeared when they were children. But Naledi mistakes him for a new coworker at her waitressing job and Thabiso takes the opportunity to learn more about the woman who he was once supposed to marry.
This is such a wonderful book. Our leads are instantly lovable and their chemistry is automatic. Though they deal with misunderstandings and issues that get in the way of their happiness, none of them felt forced and each felt like a natural result of the character's faults. They grow together throughout the story and the pacing of both their romance and the larger plot points fit seamlessly together. This book is honestly just so much fun and if you're looking for a relaxing, engaging story with lovable characters who go through meaningful character arcs and share some steamy scenes along the way, this is a great pick. I can't wait to read more of Cole's work. I can already tell that I am going to love it.
Naledi is an overworked grad student who has a hard time letting people into her life after her childhood being moved from foster family to foster family. Thabiso is prince of Thesolo struggling with the expectations of his parents and country. On a trip to New York to complete some of his royal duties, Thabiso takes the time to track down his betrothed who disappeared when they were children. But Naledi mistakes him for a new coworker at her waitressing job and Thabiso takes the opportunity to learn more about the woman who he was once supposed to marry.
This is such a wonderful book. Our leads are instantly lovable and their chemistry is automatic. Though they deal with misunderstandings and issues that get in the way of their happiness, none of them felt forced and each felt like a natural result of the character's faults. They grow together throughout the story and the pacing of both their romance and the larger plot points fit seamlessly together. This book is honestly just so much fun and if you're looking for a relaxing, engaging story with lovable characters who go through meaningful character arcs and share some steamy scenes along the way, this is a great pick. I can't wait to read more of Cole's work. I can already tell that I am going to love it.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Misogyny
Minor: Car accident and Death of parent
kristynpittman's review against another edition
emotional
funny
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.5
Content Warnings
Moderate: Sexism
Minor: Misogyny, Racism, Medical content, and Death of parent