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tiffy137's review
4.0
This book reminded me a lot of the film 'Princess protection programme' that stared demi lavato and selena Gomez, which I absouletly loved. Our main character Lottie has done her best to get into this boarding school that shes dreamed of going to her whole life. I love how many memories and beliefs shes got about why she has to go to this school. Shes a friendly, determined character who you quickly grow to love. I also liked how at different our two main characters were as Ellie the princess was nothing you would typically expect a princess to be but they quickly became the best of friends and balanced their personalities out. Their friendship was what made the book work. My only wish for this book was that there be a bit more chemistry in it as I think I can see where some relationships may be.
I gave this book 4 stars as I really enjoyed the promise as im really into books about royalty at the moment I wish their was a bit more too it.
I gave this book 4 stars as I really enjoyed the promise as im really into books about royalty at the moment I wish their was a bit more too it.
roach_m's review against another edition
2.0
Maby a bit too childish for my taste but still not a bad book.
kittyexplorer's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
relaxing
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
kate_oh's review against another edition
adventurous
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
3.0
I liked it. I didn’t love it.
I’m also unsure whether I want to continue this series. I got a bit lost at times with the progression of the story. It just seemed like some parts were skipped over a bit. It wasn’t really what I thought it would be either.
I’m also unsure whether I want to continue this series. I got a bit lost at times with the progression of the story. It just seemed like some parts were skipped over a bit. It wasn’t really what I thought it would be either.
emmabubx's review
2.0
I received a copy of this book from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
This book took me two tries to get through, when I first started the book didn’t grab me, but as I recieved a free copy of the book I stuck with it, gave it some time and went back to it and I’m glad I did, I only because it was a quick and easy read.
The character of Lottie bored me at first, I understand that as a bursary student to Rosewood she had to make sure she stick with the rules and make sure she did well at school, but when the actual undercover part of Undercover Princess came into play it was more interesting.
The characters could have been a lot more fleshed out, the Binah riddles just didn’t seem to fit in with the story, they didn’t add much except a side plot. The friendship between Lottie and Ellie seemed to quick for me, also their actual interactions confused me slightly, they seemed almost to be a couple at some points. Also Jamie, in the actual storyline Jamie arriving was really exciting, but for the reader, it was just kind of... meh... All of the characters need more story behind them, especially Ellie, as she is such an integral part of the story, with her reputation being mentioned several times but not much information was given as to why she had this reputation.
I’ll give the second book a try when it is released, if only just to see if the characters get more interesting.
This book took me two tries to get through, when I first started the book didn’t grab me, but as I recieved a free copy of the book I stuck with it, gave it some time and went back to it and I’m glad I did, I only because it was a quick and easy read.
The character of Lottie bored me at first, I understand that as a bursary student to Rosewood she had to make sure she stick with the rules and make sure she did well at school, but when the actual undercover part of Undercover Princess came into play it was more interesting.
The characters could have been a lot more fleshed out, the Binah riddles just didn’t seem to fit in with the story, they didn’t add much except a side plot. The friendship between Lottie and Ellie seemed to quick for me, also their actual interactions confused me slightly, they seemed almost to be a couple at some points. Also Jamie, in the actual storyline Jamie arriving was really exciting, but for the reader, it was just kind of... meh... All of the characters need more story behind them, especially Ellie, as she is such an integral part of the story, with her reputation being mentioned several times but not much information was given as to why she had this reputation.
I’ll give the second book a try when it is released, if only just to see if the characters get more interesting.
emmabubx's review against another edition
2.0
I received a copy of this book from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
This book took me two tries to get through, when I first started the book didn’t grab me, but as I recieved a free copy of the book I stuck with it, gave it some time and went back to it and I’m glad I did, I only because it was a quick and easy read.
The character of Lottie bored me at first, I understand that as a bursary student to Rosewood she had to make sure she stick with the rules and make sure she did well at school, but when the actual undercover part of Undercover Princess came into play it was more interesting.
The characters could have been a lot more fleshed out, the Binah riddles just didn’t seem to fit in with the story, they didn’t add much except a side plot. The friendship between Lottie and Ellie seemed to quick for me, also their actual interactions confused me slightly, they seemed almost to be a couple at some points. Also Jamie, in the actual storyline Jamie arriving was really exciting, but for the reader, it was just kind of... meh... All of the characters need more story behind them, especially Ellie, as she is such an integral part of the story, with her reputation being mentioned several times but not much information was given as to why she had this reputation.
I’ll give the second book a try when it is released, if only just to see if the characters get more interesting.
This book took me two tries to get through, when I first started the book didn’t grab me, but as I recieved a free copy of the book I stuck with it, gave it some time and went back to it and I’m glad I did, I only because it was a quick and easy read.
The character of Lottie bored me at first, I understand that as a bursary student to Rosewood she had to make sure she stick with the rules and make sure she did well at school, but when the actual undercover part of Undercover Princess came into play it was more interesting.
The characters could have been a lot more fleshed out, the Binah riddles just didn’t seem to fit in with the story, they didn’t add much except a side plot. The friendship between Lottie and Ellie seemed to quick for me, also their actual interactions confused me slightly, they seemed almost to be a couple at some points. Also Jamie, in the actual storyline Jamie arriving was really exciting, but for the reader, it was just kind of... meh... All of the characters need more story behind them, especially Ellie, as she is such an integral part of the story, with her reputation being mentioned several times but not much information was given as to why she had this reputation.
I’ll give the second book a try when it is released, if only just to see if the characters get more interesting.
cinderelles's review against another edition
I stopped reading this, not because it's a bad book. It just isn't my type of book.
talesofaliteraryaddict's review against another edition
3.0
“There are places in our world in which wondrous and whimsical things seem more capable of happening than anywhere else”
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When Lottie Pumpkin makes a promise to her mother she is unaware of the dramatic impact it will have on her life and childhood. Ellie Wolf is a reluctant Princess in waiting. However, what will happen when their two worlds collide and the girls are forced together? The Princess Diaries meets The Naughtiest School Girl with a touch of Twilight.
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For me it was a little too young to fully get my teeth into (but I’m not the target audience). Yet, there is something about the characters and the outside protector in Jamie that has me wanting to read on and complete book 2
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When Lottie Pumpkin makes a promise to her mother she is unaware of the dramatic impact it will have on her life and childhood. Ellie Wolf is a reluctant Princess in waiting. However, what will happen when their two worlds collide and the girls are forced together? The Princess Diaries meets The Naughtiest School Girl with a touch of Twilight.
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For me it was a little too young to fully get my teeth into (but I’m not the target audience). Yet, there is something about the characters and the outside protector in Jamie that has me wanting to read on and complete book 2
bernardoruto's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
inspiring
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? It's complicated
3.75