maralusk's review against another edition
4.0
it was fine
i liked it in the beginning but then my two fav couples never got back together and no bodyguard trope idk the love hexagon is just too wierd now
i liked it in the beginning but then my two fav couples never got back together and no bodyguard trope idk the love hexagon is just too wierd now
tallyvauthor's review
5.0
I love this series so much.
It's just so cute and fluffy and feel-good. Like yes, there are stakes to some things and it can be sad and angering at times but it is beautiful and a complete and total comfort read.
This is the second book in a romance series of the lives of the American Royals (literally.) This is a a speculative fiction piece about what the American Royal family would be like if Washington was crowned as a monarch.
In this book, Nina is moving on from Jeff and finding a new happiness with a man who truly gets her, Jeff's best friend. Needless to say, our dear Jeffery is not too contented with this. How could he find out? Oh yes. Our dear maniacal Daphne. Is Daphne finally getting a conscious? Probably not.
Let's breifly discuss Daphne who is now totally taking the place of one of my favourite antagonists. She's smart. conniving, and a complete and utter dick. She is an awful person and I am trying to convince no one of anything else, but damn is she a well written villain.
Onto SAM. Sam get's herself into a fake relationship to make the future King Consort jealous. But when do fake romances really go as planned? (no seriously, please tell me a book where this happens. I don't think it exists.)
Jeffery is an idiot. A stubborn idiot. And I love how that's a constant in the series thus far.
Finally of course, Beatrice, our queen. She is stepping into her role as queen well, despite what got her there. But there is still a lot of people who don't want to see a woman rule, some closer than one might think. As for her romance, it doesn't matter. Bea's relationship is oddly the only one that really doesn't matter one way or the other. But her character is growing on me.
It's just so cute and fluffy and feel-good. Like yes, there are stakes to some things and it can be sad and angering at times but it is beautiful and a complete and total comfort read.
This is the second book in a romance series of the lives of the American Royals (literally.) This is a a speculative fiction piece about what the American Royal family would be like if Washington was crowned as a monarch.
In this book, Nina is moving on from Jeff and finding a new happiness with a man who truly gets her, Jeff's best friend. Needless to say, our dear Jeffery is not too contented with this. How could he find out? Oh yes. Our dear maniacal Daphne. Is Daphne finally getting a conscious? Probably not.
Let's breifly discuss Daphne who is now totally taking the place of one of my favourite antagonists. She's smart. conniving, and a complete and utter dick. She is an awful person and I am trying to convince no one of anything else, but damn is she a well written villain.
Onto SAM. Sam get's herself into a fake relationship to make the future King Consort jealous. But when do fake romances really go as planned? (no seriously, please tell me a book where this happens. I don't think it exists.)
Jeffery is an idiot. A stubborn idiot. And I love how that's a constant in the series thus far.
Finally of course, Beatrice, our queen. She is stepping into her role as queen well, despite what got her there. But there is still a lot of people who don't want to see a woman rule, some closer than one might think. As for her romance, it doesn't matter. Bea's relationship is oddly the only one that really doesn't matter one way or the other. But her character is growing on me.
shealwaysreads's review
4.0
"Majesty" is a captivating sequel that continues the thrilling journey of the American royal family. McGee's writing shines as she masterfully weaves intrigue, romance, and political drama into a seamless narrative.
The characters in this book are multifaceted and relatable, making it easy to emotionally invest in their stories. The author skillfully explores the complexities of power, duty, and love, delving deep into the inner struggles of the royal siblings.
The plot twists in "Majesty" are mind-blowing, keeping readers on the edge of their seats. McGee expertly balances political maneuvering with personal relationships, creating a compelling and immersive reading experience.
The world-building in this novel is exceptional, with vivid descriptions of the glamorous royal court and the intricate workings of a monarchy. The author's attention to detail brings the setting to life, making readers feel like they're right there alongside the characters.
McGee's writing style is engaging and evocative, capturing the emotions and desires of the characters with finesse. The pacing is well-balanced, keeping the story moving at an exciting pace while allowing for moments of introspection.
Overall, "Majesty" is a must-read for fans of the first book and anyone who enjoys gripping political dramas with a touch of romance. Katherine McGee's talent shines through in this enthralling sequel, leaving readers eager for more.
The characters in this book are multifaceted and relatable, making it easy to emotionally invest in their stories. The author skillfully explores the complexities of power, duty, and love, delving deep into the inner struggles of the royal siblings.
The plot twists in "Majesty" are mind-blowing, keeping readers on the edge of their seats. McGee expertly balances political maneuvering with personal relationships, creating a compelling and immersive reading experience.
The world-building in this novel is exceptional, with vivid descriptions of the glamorous royal court and the intricate workings of a monarchy. The author's attention to detail brings the setting to life, making readers feel like they're right there alongside the characters.
McGee's writing style is engaging and evocative, capturing the emotions and desires of the characters with finesse. The pacing is well-balanced, keeping the story moving at an exciting pace while allowing for moments of introspection.
Overall, "Majesty" is a must-read for fans of the first book and anyone who enjoys gripping political dramas with a touch of romance. Katherine McGee's talent shines through in this enthralling sequel, leaving readers eager for more.
clairebartholomew549's review against another edition
4.0
I liked this better than the first book in the series. I thought it was more nuanced, less cliche, and more interesting. The characters seemed more believable and multi-layered. I liked how the book explored the difference between infatuation and love and how to be your full self in every relationship in your life; I found the relationships intriguing, and I rooted for different characters' happy endings. McGee's portrayal of American royalty is exquisitely detailed, and I also appreciated that the book addressed race - the first book had absolutely no mention of race at all, which felt almost disrespectful given America's history - even if it didn't quite go as far as I would have liked it to.
Overall, a fast, escapist, heartwarming read.
Overall, a fast, escapist, heartwarming read.
nanners13's review
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-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
4.25
sarahelainereads's review
4.0
wow . This was infinitely better than the first one. much better than I expected. full review to come.
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okay, so. It's not a secret that I did not like [b:American Royals|43744300|American Royals (American Royals, #1)|Katharine McGee|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1551859882l/43744300._SY75_.jpg|62164888]. In fact, it was one of my only one-star reviews of this year. However, when I received the ARC for Majesty , I figured I might as well give this series a second chance.
and I am so glad that I did! Majesty was addictingly good, and most of my problems with the first book in the series were remedied.
Without going into too much detail (I will put the spoilers in spoiler tags), let me touch on all the ways the second installment saved the American Royals series.
Daphne finally had some depth! I still kind of want her to chew on tinfoil, but she's not a totally and completely evil character after all. I felt that I better understood her motivations.
B-E-A-T-R-I-C-E.
This girl is a literal queen. A QUEEN. Honestly, the character I hated the most in American Royals was Connor. Seriously, what kind of guy tries to convince the girl he loves to throw away something she has worked for her entire life, just to be with him? That's not romance. That is manipulation. This girl needed to learn how to love herself and become the queen she was meant to be and I loved. seeing. her. flourish!!!
Samantha is a boss.
I'm not going to say much else about her because it'll delve into too many spoilers, but let's just say that she might be one of my most favorite characters of all time. I love her.
There are *still* some ways that this series needs to improve. Mostly, I think this particular installment did Natalie dirty. I feel so bad for that girl. She keeps getting raked through the mud. I'm crossing my fingers that she gets some version of a happily-ever-after in the last installment.
Also, I need less drama and more government. It's probably just because I'm a huge history nerd, but I love government, this is a book about an alternate reality of American government, two of the main characters are part of that government system, and we have no actual governing going on. Please, please, please, please let there be more government in the final book! I need to see Beatrice being a boss at ruling the country!!
All in all, I just loved this book! I read it all in one sitting. Whether you loved or hated the first one, I would recommend that you read this!
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okay, so. It's not a secret that I did not like [b:American Royals|43744300|American Royals (American Royals, #1)|Katharine McGee|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1551859882l/43744300._SY75_.jpg|62164888]. In fact, it was one of my only one-star reviews of this year. However, when I received the ARC for Majesty , I figured I might as well give this series a second chance.
and I am so glad that I did! Majesty was addictingly good, and most of my problems with the first book in the series were remedied.
Without going into too much detail (I will put the spoilers in spoiler tags), let me touch on all the ways the second installment saved the American Royals series.
Daphne finally had some depth! I still kind of want her to chew on tinfoil, but she's not a totally and completely evil character after all. I felt that I better understood her motivations.
B-E-A-T-R-I-C-E.
This girl is a literal queen. A QUEEN. Honestly, the character I hated the most in American Royals was Connor. Seriously, what kind of guy tries to convince the girl he loves to throw away something she has worked for her entire life, just to be with him? That's not romance. That is manipulation. This girl needed to learn how to love herself and become the queen she was meant to be and I loved. seeing. her. flourish!!!
Spoiler
I was so happy that her relationship developed with Teddy! I have honestly shipped them since the first book.Samantha is a boss.
I'm not going to say much else about her because it'll delve into too many spoilers, but let's just say that she might be one of my most favorite characters of all time. I love her.
There are *still* some ways that this series needs to improve. Mostly, I think this particular installment did Natalie dirty. I feel so bad for that girl. She keeps getting raked through the mud. I'm crossing my fingers that she gets some version of a happily-ever-after in the last installment.
Also, I need less drama and more government. It's probably just because I'm a huge history nerd, but I love government, this is a book about an alternate reality of American government, two of the main characters are part of that government system, and we have no actual governing going on. Please, please, please, please let there be more government in the final book! I need to see Beatrice being a boss at ruling the country!!
All in all, I just loved this book! I read it all in one sitting. Whether you loved or hated the first one, I would recommend that you read this!
katiereads24's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
chocobooks's review
4.0
Zdecydowanie lepsza książka od poprzedniej części, najbardziej podobalo mi sie to jak bardzo postacie sie zmieniły i zrozumiały wiele rzeczy. Poza tym ciągle powracający wątek grl power - sztosiwo