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Loved every moment! This book is like a warm hug. I love how much it celebrates the power of love and never to settle for anything less than what we deserve!
Lady Alice has all the privilege in the world but none of the happiness. When she’s exiled to Balmoral, she doesn’t expect to be so impacted by the people and place. I adore Scotland, and the author did justice by it. Scotland and its people are pivotal for Alice’s perspective shift. Though I found some of the relationship dynamics clunky, it was overall charming, especially the side characters. I appreciated the focus on Alice’s reflections and really digging into mental health and seeing her come full circle.
This was my second book to read by Megan Clawson, and it was so lovely. We start out with Lady Alice struggling to find her place in London and see how being sent to Scotland renews her. The theme of finding and making your own family is strong, and I love it.
I personally did not like this book. I started it several times and did not get far each time I attempted. The beginning felt very rushed, like I jumped into something right in the middle of it
Like a hug in paper (or electronic form!). The easiest read but with lovely characters that you just get lost in, and a really likeable protagonist. Highly recommended for a mindless escape to Scotland!
Regally Blonde by Megan Clawson is her third novel and I think this one is my favorite! Lady Alice is sent to Balmoral Castle to cool her heels when her parents disapprove of her behavior. While there she she becomes lonely and befriends some of the staff, shenanigans ensue and it makes for a wonderful novel! Thank you to the author, publisher and Netgalley for an ARC of this novel in exchange for my honest review.
I so, so badly wanted to like this. But unfortunately, it just falls flat for me. I found little spark or energy; the plot nothing unique. The dynamics of characters were so simple, and beyond that it craved chemistry that just didn't exist. Megan Clawson's previous novels both had little quirks that made them notable, but this really feels just so... ordinary. No risk, no reward. It was cute, but nothing spectacular. I think the characters really needed to evolve and have a distinct identity. Our main character Alice's voice could've been more defined, as well.
Megan Clawson's Regally Blonde is another winner. This is a quick, lighthearted read that can easily be polished off in a single afternoon. I love that the reader gets to know the real characters as the story progresses. There are some surprises there!
Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for providing me with the ARC ebook I read and reviewed. All opinions are my own.
This is a romantic comedy that perfectly blends royal escapades, personal transformation, and romance. A tale of opposites attracting, filled with wit, warmth, and just a wee touch of drama. Regally Blonde is a delightful escape thatIhighly recommend.
What I love most about this story is the way it captures the clash between royal expectations and personal desires, highlighting the way Alice’s time in Scotland challenges her notion of happiness and fulfillment. The playful banter, the wild Scottish setting, and of course, the tension between Alice and Fraser make this a page-turner filled with heart, humor, and swoon-worthy moments. It’s an uplifting read that leaves you feeling warm and fuzzy inside, proving that sometimes, the most unexpected love stories are the ones that change us forever.
I loved Megan's first two books and this one is no exception. Alice Walpole is a member of the royal family who isn't towing the line and whose parents' want to teach her a lesson by sending her to Balmoral for the summer.
This book is great fun and had me laughing all the way through .due to Alice's hapless ways. The other characters are strong and interesting.
All in all a fabulous read, can't wait for the next one!
Lady Alice is off the rails. Drinking too much and taking pills. Her depression is making her spiral. Her parents don’t seem to understand what is going on with her and are embarrassed by her actions . They sent her to balmoral to contemplate . A few months therecgsnges Alice’s’ life as she finds both friends and a purpose. Charming story
This book had me almost bawling on the train- for good reasons. There are a couple of monologues towards that end that discussed found family and mental health, to which I could totally relate. Some closed door romances get caught up with the romance and often forget that to make the character believable we have to relate to them. That is also Alice's problem in the book- she is seen as Lady Walpole and little else.
However, her exile to Balmoral leaves her alone with her demons- the ones that creep into the edges of your sight but are burrowed deep into your mind. Ms Clawson does not dumb down the realities of depression and for that I am grateful, as a person who has had depression for most of my life it is often hard for people to understand what it is like however this book encapsulates it perfectly.
There is a difference between being lonely and alone, a thing that some people in this world forget.
"Mental illness does not discriminate"- nothing truer could have even been said.
Despite the heavy theme of mental illness being important it is first and foremost a romance and boy did this make me swoon. To fall in love you must first feel ready enough with yourself to give your heart away and I felt this. I did predict that some of Alice's match making would go as perfect as she believed, but I loved the 'Much Ado about Nothing' style that Alice intends on playing cupid.
There is so much love in the book it is hard to settle on one aspect, however I love Jimmy and Mrs B's. Love does not discriminate either, especially amongst those who are older. Many people forget this, that romance is for all. I don't know but anyone else, but love amongst the older generation gives me the strongest amount of hope. That despite everything in life, people can overcome hurdles and find their true partner.
Another amazing book by Ms Clawson. I cannot wait for another royal romance to come our way.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from #netgalley , thank you. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.
Sadly I really didn't enjoy this novel. Found it very difficult to get in to. Wasn't at all relatable. Pity as I enjoyed the authors first novel..but not the second or this one.
I received this ARC in exchange for my honest review.
With a title that grabs the attention, this book needed to deliver! While it wasn't as polished as it could've been, I enjoyed it.
This was OK, but I didn't find it overly relatable or an easy connection to make. I wasn't very hooked. This is a shame as I have enjoyed the author's other books. I seem to be the odd one out on this though.
Thank you for an advanced copy of this story. What a fun romantic story! I couldn’t out this down and read this in one sitting! I rooted for Alice all the way through and enjoyed seeing the story unfold.
Puede que Alice no sea una princesa, pero es parte de la realeza y tiene que vivir de acuerdo con las expectativas de todos. Hace lo mejor que puede; sin embargo, para sus padres no es suficiente, y llega un momento en el que ya no puede más. Comienza a hacer cosas que no debería, todo con el fin de llamar la atención de sus padres y que le demuestren que la aman. Al no poder disciplinarla, ellos la envían a Balmoral. Allí aprenderá lo que es la amistad, se dará cuenta de su privilegio, entenderá que es la única que puede cambiar su futuro y descubrirá lo que es el amor.
Thanks to NetGalley, the publisher and the author for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.
I love these books. This time a way ward princess is sent Balmoral to sort herself out. Funny, sad and a good story. Some great characters . Parents love or hate them but we need them. A jolly good read.
This book absolutely grew on me. The first few chapters of scene setting didn’t paint Alice in a very good light in fact she was particularly irritating.. the trip up to Scotland and the beautiful scenery started to chip away at her flighty and selfish exterior. The descriptions of Balmoral and of life in the castle as well as the grounds and the minutiae of daily life are really well told and add life to the book. The inner Alice comes out with care and kindness and the slow romance it’s really quite lovely. This book is a total flight of fantasy but somehow the author makes it seem grounded in reality and a great read.