3.5 stars

Reluctantly Royal by Gillian Archer is a well written and entertaining read.
The storyline is easy to follow and I found myself turning the pages late into the night. I just didn't want to put it down.
The characters were likable, endearing and they made me smile watching their relationship develop.

Overall, Reluctantly Royal is a good start to the An HRH Novel series, looking forward to the next book.

Lucian/Luc has been summoned by his brother to dinner. His brother is the Sovereign Prince of Monaco and his name is Bastien. Luc was the spare prince. Then to have to meet in the York room ,ade Luc’s blood run cold and he doubted it was for anything good. Luc didn’t like his brother treating him so formally. Luc had a identical twin Julian until a year ago and he had been half of Luc’s soul. But the plane Julian had been on went down over the Atlantic Ocean. Luc had taken his cushy life on the Continent for granted. Bartien said he felt it was time they gave the people a reason to celebrate and next week he would be announcing his engagement to Princess Helene and the wedding would be in the spring. Princess helene was the third in line to the belgian throne. Bastien added he hoped his wedding would bring their people hope. Then Bastien also said it was time Luc started considering his future as well, then Luc said he was not sacrificing every shrewd of himself and his dignity to marry a stranger on Bastien’s say so. Luc added he was not going to be a miserable mess like their mother or a lecherous butt like their father had been as he too had died. Luc was not participating in a dynastic marriage. Bastien said the real reason ne had called Luc to the palace was to ask Luc to take Bastien’s place in the Global Gaming Expo at the end of the month as Bastien would be busy with press conferences and negotiating wedding plans with Belgium. Then Luc was surprise dto find himself in Las Vegas for the Expo. Hannah was a cosmetologist. Luc met Hannah at a karaoke bar and kept his identity secret. Luc wanted to have some fun without being noticed or used for who he was. Hannah had no idea who luc was but there was a definite attraction on both sides when they met. Hannah was the type of person to do as she wanted, when she wanted , and with whoever she wanted.
I really enjoyed this book. It was a quick easy sweet romance. I liked that Hannah realistic and Luc had to convince her to give them a chance. I loved Luc and Hannah together. This did drag for me at times but I did like the plot. The relationship did go a little too quick for me. I liked how Luc nor Hannah gave up on each other. But some things just seemed to resolve too easily. I liked there was some drama in this book. I loved the characters and the ins and outs of this book and I recommend.

Reluctantly I must admit this book came across too crass too often for my taste, folks. It’s never a good thing when you find yourself wondering why the author went in this direction. The main characters’ actions and dialogue just didn’t seem to fit. From Hannah’s unclassy choice of a first date, to what they saw there, and to her crude response later when some drunk men came onto her in front of Luc, she herself came across as someone that would definitely be an embarrassment in the long run to anyone who had to worry about class and respectability. Sure, she was pretty, as we were told repeatedly, but I wasn’t enamored by her. I suspect a sob story will eventually surface to make her appear saintly and misunderstood enough to be worthy of this reluctant prince.

Luc soon lost some of his distinguishment, as well. For much of the same reason. I could be more specific, but what would be the point. Just know at 30% I didn’t find this author’s writing style consistent and appealing enough to stick around through the inevitable embarrassing tabloid press and royal outage at such a mismatched couple that is sure to come.

Here’s to hoping others enjoy it. I wish the author all the best. This book unfortunately just wasn’t for me.

Title: Reluctantly Royal, Author: Gillian Archer, Pages: 229, stopped reading at 30%.

(I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced reader copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own. I was not given any payment or compensation for this review, nor is there any affiliation or relationship between this reviewer and the author/publisher/PR firm.)

Loved the story and how Luc wanted to support her through her troubles. I would recommend this book to any of my friends.

Quick and fun read, predictable but enjoyable plot. Who doesn't enjoy a rags to riches, royalty romance after all?

This was an adorable story. I wish we had gotten some of Hannah's POV, but oh well. I don't typically like royal romances, but I really enjoyed this one. It was sweet and sexy with a beautiful HEA.

ARC provided by NetGalley.

This was a cute love at first sight romance. Prince Luc of Monaco was thrust back into his royal duties after a tragic accident involving his twin brother and father. He is struggling being the new spare and still, after a year, grieving for his twin brother. So his brother Prince Sebastian sends him on a trip to Las Vegas to represent Monaco and the gaming industry. All Prince Luc wants is to be treated “normal.” So he rounds up his guard detail and goes out to a low key bar. There he meets Hannah. She is the opposite of everyone he knows. She is loud and boisterous and he is smitten from the beginning. He introduces himself and they spend the night dancing. They both want to spend more time together so they set up a date the next day. It’s a whirlwind from here on out. Hannah and Luc compliment each other and their romance is refreshing to watch. I really liked these two characters.

I love books about royalty and was excited to read this, but for me the last half of this book fell short. I did like the book and there were some sweet moments.

Lucien lost his father and twin brother a year ago in a plane accident. Now he is second in line to the throne of Monaco. A position he does not want. When his brother informs him he will have to pick a wife soon, Luc adamantly argues against it. To momentarily appease him, Bastien sends Luc to Las Vegas on a business trip. It is the perfect place for Luc to forget about responsibilities and experience a bit of freedom.

Hannah has a past filled with pain and suffering. Through all of her struggles, she has learned to live life to its fullest. It is in one of those carefree moments that Luc first lays eyes on her and he is enthralled with her effervescent beauty and charm. They indulge in a one night only that leads to more and soon they are in a relationship that has a definite expiration date.

I absolutely loved this book! Told completely in Luc’s point of view I enjoyed that his thoughts were what I would think a man would think. Lol! So many times Hannah would be talking and his mind would drift off to other more carnal musings before she’d call him out for it. One moment he was offering the sweetest compliment and then he’d tag on a dirty suggestion.

The ending has some angst in it and while I knew that Luc was there to stay, I did worry how things were going to work out with this couple. Ms. Archer did an amazing job bringing life and love to these characters and I look forward to more in this series.

This is an honest review of an advanced copy provided by NetGalley and Random House Publishing – Loveswept.

Reluctantly Royal
By: Gillian Archer

💕📚⭐️⭐️⭐️.5📚💕

Royal Prince Lucien of Monaco has had his world turned upside down. He’s been throw into being the next in line after his Brother Sebastian the current raining prince. He lost his twin brother his best friend and the best person he ever knew. He feels like the world is caving in on him. When his brother sends him to Las Vegas for a business trip he plans to try to let go a bit. So on his first night in Las Vegas his goes to a karaoke bar where he is captivated by Hannah and her care free spirit. These two have great history from the first night they meet. What you’ll discover is that what you see on the outside might not be real.

Even though I had a hard time getting invested in this book I’m glad I stuck it out. It’s a sweet love story.

Thanks to Netgally for letting me read and review!!!

Based on the synopsis for this book I thought I would love it. I usually love that whole prince sweeps a commoner off her feet story. But this book just didn't do it for me. I had a really hard time getting into it to begin with. It seemed slow. There were parts that I liked. Hannah seemed down to earth. Luc could have been a much better character I think. Them together just didn't seem to work in my opinion. There is some conflict with his family because he chooses someone who doesn't have royal blood. But on a whole, for me this book was just ok. Some people may love it, it just wasn't for me though.

The good storyline and great characters kept my interest from the very first page until the turn of the very last page!

I voluntarily reviewed an advanced reader copy of this book.

This is a great book with a wonderful story and well developed characters. The story flowed very well and was very enjoyable. This book will keep you reading long into the night and you will not want to put this book down until you finish. This was such a great read and full of surprises. I voluntarily reviewed an advanced reader’s copy of this book. The free book held no determination on my personal review.

Reluctantly Royal by Gillian Archer was a great read. Luc, who was a Prince, went for one last trip to Vegar before he had to settle down. His brother (also his twin) and his father were killed in a plane crash so he went from the third son to the spare. While in Vegas, he met Hannah, and they figured they would have a good time for the week. As she accepted him for him, not knowing he was a prince,, he could see she was a sweet and down to earth girl and lived in the moment I great story which I totally enjoyed reading.

Lucien was the youngest son of the Crown of Monaco. And it should be noted that he hates every minute that he is forced to act according to what is expected of him.
Exactly so, a few years ago, he enlisted in the Air Force.
But unfortunately, with the death of his father and his twin brother, Julien - the good prince - Lucien had to return home.
Now, his older brother Sebastian - Bastian - was perfectly in the throne of the Principality of Monaco.

Bastian wanted Luc to act on his title, and he was already beginning to trace the fate of his younger brother, something Luc would bravely fight against.
Bastian announces his own engagement to another princess - all done as a business deal without emotion. And that, Luc did not want for his life.

Luc is then sent to represent Bastian at an event about hotels and gambling.
His surprise was that the event would take place in Las Vegas, and Luc intended to enjoy his seven days of semi-freedom, even though he put his bodyguard team in desperation.
Except Dimitri, who was his bodyguard and friend.

On his first night at Sin City, Luc goes to a karaoke bar and is enchanted by a girl who sang in a bad tune but had a contagious laugh, and for some reason, Luc wanted that feeling in his own life.
Hannah and her friend introduce themselves, they were in celebration.
She was simple, cheerful, with a big heart, worked as a hairdresser, and did not even know who Lucien was.

The couple gets more and more involved and Luc begins to have stronger ideas regarding Hannah staying in his life.
But Bastian thought differently, and maybe the fairy tale was not as beautiful as in the movies.

This is another book that contains as plot a Royal Family.
The author manages to blend fantasy with reality, and bring a cute novel with some snippets of comedy.
In its near ending a surprise for the female character, and as for that I must say that touched me deeply because I faced the same problem.
In addition, it is interesting to see how roles can change in the blink of an eye, and the rogue become the best example.
5 stars

This is a thoroughly enjoyable read that hits all the spots. It was sweet, sexy, had a little angst, and the toad of a big brother prince. Luc was not supposed to be the spare prince but when his twin brother died he suddenly became the spare and had to step up and leave his military life for the royal one. A trip to Vegas for a conference and he meets Hannah. Sparks and chemistry and paparazzi galore. This was a well written and fun book. Definitely recommend this one.

**Received this ARC from the publisher via NetGalley**

Phenomenal book! I received a copy via NetGalley and the Random House - LoveSwept in exchange for an honest review. Just when you think you might not like a protagonist nicknamed "His Royal Hotness", a book surprises you. Hannah Allen has had her share of trials, both physical and mental. Her family and she have persevered. She has still emerged as a strong, vivacious and lovely person. She has a family and friends that adore her. Her life may have taken a different road and she may work in a field that is getting her by while she works out just what she wants to do with her life, other than get away from a mean boss.

Prince Lucien AKA His Royal Hotness has pretty much spent the last years dedicated to his military career until he loses his twin brother and father. His older brother, the reigning monarch for Monaco, has made it his mission to push Lucien into doing his duty, which includes taking on duties of the spare which means meetings and even an arranged marriage might be in the works. Lucien has given in to some of the demands, however, he is not keen on marriage to someone he doesn't know. He will take the tasks one at a time which includes speaking at an event in Las Vegas, NV. While taking time out from his business duties he goes to a non-descript bar where he meets Hannah. Opposites could not attract more, but, they each bring their own baggage from lost siblings to illness. Reluctantly Royal is a warm, funny and, at times, heartbreaking book. If you love contemporary royal romance then this is the start of what promises to be a great series. Review can also be seen at ladytechiesbookmusings.blogspot.com.

Reluctantly Royal by Gillian Archer is a very light quick romance with a prince and a hairdresser. Gillian Archer’s book is hot, hot, and hotter still.

His Royal Highness Prince Lucien of Monaco is a playboy, who has not had a lot responsibility to the crown as he is below the spare. Only an horrid accident takes the life of his father and his older twin and suddenly he is thrust into the spotlight. He needs to start taking on more responsibility and he wants nothing to do with it! He has to go to Los Vegas to give a speech (and lots of other meetings, which he refuses) and it is there he meets Hannah. She is a fun, free spirited girl, who is a hairdresser. Her life has been one of pain and difficulties so having fun with Luc is what she needs. Unfortunately, from here is gets much more complicated and difficult when their relationship becomes public knowledge.

Reluctantly Royal by Gillian Archer is a hot, quick read!

How many times have you found yourself wanting a break from your life? A break to live life freely, have a little fun and recharge your batteries so that you can return to your "usual" self? This is the predicament His Royal Highness Prince Lucien of Monaco, Luc to friends and family, is having. Since the accidental death of his twin brother, he's been forced into the role as the "spare" sovereign--a role he never wanted, never expected to be in and he's finding it stifling. Until the night he meets Hannah. Hannah's a bit of a free bird--she does what she wants, when she wants and with whomever she wants. And right not she wants Luc. Until she doesn't...

I really enjoyed the insta love between Luc and Hannah. It didn't come across as forced or rushed, it felt genuine, fun and flirty. They were perfect for each other in every way. And, whoa, were their between the sheets times sexy AF. I loved how they found their way to each other, that they didn't give up on each other. It did become a little draggy in the middle, and some family issues that seemed to be challenging to work around were resolved without much fanfare. But overall, <i>Reluctantly Royal</i> was a fun, sexy, and heart warming along with a little heart breaking romance.

I enjoyed Reluctantly Royal, the first book in the HRH series by new to me author Gillian Archer.

Royalty falls for normal girl...we read about this often enough. This story though has a few different twists, some enough to bring tears to my eyes. There were so many laughs too though. Hannah is definitely different from the women that Prince Luc of Monaco generally spends time with. She lives in the moment and is not shy about asking for what she wants. After a year of mourning his father and brother (and this story line kills me too), she is the light that brings him back to life. However, he has responsibilities and never in a million years did he believe this would be more than a hit it and quit it week of fun. Both Hannah and Luc must deal with pasts that drive them to live the way they do. Will they be able to overcome both the past and present roadblocks to end up together? A good love story and plenty of steam when these two come together!

Copy provided by Netgalley for an honest review!