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This book remains true to Danielle Steel's romantic writing style. It starts off with an adventure of the youngest princess being sent to the countryside during the London bombings, but quickly goes south. Lots of interpersonal relationships and deciding whether it's more important to follow your dreams or have a mate. It kept my interest until the end.

Beautiful book! Wow! I love all things royal fiction and this was just a beautiful and sad story. Well done.

For all fans of royal fiction, this book is for you. Danielle Steel weaves together a captivating narrative, set in the WWII era, about a princess sent away to the country during the bombings in London for health reasons. What's fascinating about this book, which I shy away a bit from calling historical fiction since it leans heavily on the fiction, is that it feels like it is real. The royal family in this book is all fictional, but their trials could be taken out of the Windsor chronicles.

Steel's trademark elements of wealth, heartache, love, and redemption are all present. It's a great escapist read and was just what I needed.

Many thanks to NetGalley, the author, and the publisher for providing me with a copy of this book. All thoughts are my own.

Thank you to #NetGalley for the opportunity to preview this book!
Most everyone loves a good Danielle Steel book! I enjoyed it but I must say I had a had a but of a time with the character Lucy. It was an escape for me and I enjoyed it....just not a favorite of mine!
I gave is 3 stars~

Another wonderful book by Danielle Steel. Set in the 40's through the 60's, this story follows Charlotte and her daughter Annie, both horse mad Royal Princesses. Due to tragic circumstances and the actions of a bitter woman, Annie does not know that she's a princess until after the death of her mother, when the truth comes out.
There are some wonderful supporting characters both in and out of the Royal Family.
As with all her books, I really enjoyed reading this story and will definitely be recommending it.
Thank you Danielle Steel, Random House Publishing Group - Ballantine and NetGalley for allowing me an advance copy for my honest feedback.

A historical drama and love story involving a Royal family that endures hardship during World War II. Charlotte is the Queens" daughter who is sent away to safety during the war. When she is away she encounters many hardships and tragedies. She keeps many secrets hidden from her family during this time. These secrets stay undiscovered for many years, until someone else discovered them and decided it was time to disclose them. A book about love, forgiveness, following your dreams and the bonds of family. I enjoyed the strong woman characters in this book who persevered through tough times when women were not given the same opportunities as men. This book was a heartwarming and heart wrenching story that I enjoyed immensely.

A quick read and there are no surprises here. There's a big focus on horses and horse racing. It was hard to go from not liking Lucy in the beginning of the novel to hearing about how she was a great wife, mother, etc. later on.

Kindly received an ARC from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

First I want to thank NetGalley and Random House Publishing Group-Ballantine for the opportunity to read this book and give an honest opinion. I was so thrilled to be chosen to read this book that I spent most of my Friday night and Saturday morning engrossed in this book. This book begins in 1943, where the King and Queen of England are trying to decide whether or not to send their youngest daughter who is not quite 17, and suffer from horrible asthma, to Yorkshire where she be safe and away from all the dust and debris from the bombing. Charlotte, said third daughter of the King and Queen, wasn't happy about the prospect but she agreed once they allowed her to bring her horse. At the manor house she is to live in, she find Henry, the nearly 18 year old son of her caretakers who she falls fast in love with. Right before he ships off to war, Charlotte becomes pregnant and she and Henry are married. Henry dies three months later and Charlotte dies during child birth. Her daughter, a healthy baby named Anne, is left remaining. Another young woman, Lucy, who was madly in love with Henry, decides to become the child's parent after both caretakers die. Before she leaves the manor, she finds paperwork that leads her to believe that the Charlotte that was living in the house is the Princess Charlotte who died around the same time Anne was born. Not to give any more spoilers (and my summary only covers the first two chapters!) but the book takes you on a journey with Lucy and Anne and how the find their way. I would recommend this book. It was a faster read than most Danielle Steel books but still very enjoyable.. #Royal #NetGalley

It is so easy to fall into a novel by Danielle Steel. Royal reimagines the British royal family with a third daughter who was sent away into the country during WWII. Charlotte falls in love, but life doesn't come out rosy for her. Her infant daughter is reared by another woman, who keeps her royal heritage a secret. Eventually Annie is told the truth and her life changes. Steel manages to incorporate all the fluctuating nuances of a young woman in the mid twentieth century. Although she alters the characters of the royal family it's still easy to tell who favors whom. It's a other soothing, satisfactory read from this prolific author.

Royal was the perfect, much-needed weekend escape! Some scandal mixed with deceit, love and loss, and the British monarchy combine for a fast paced story with an ending that left me satisfied. I caught one small oops - while the latter half of the story is set in the late 1960s/early 70s, there was a line 3/4 the way through about sending a text message. Danielle Steel has done it once again! Thank you to #NetGalley for the opportunity to preview #Royal - I really enjoyed it and, as always, am not sure I can wait two more months for her next release!!

Very enjoyable piece of Historical Fiction. This is the story of Princess Charlotte, who is sent to the country to live by the King and Queen for her safety and her asthma. Charlotte moved in with a lord and countess, becomes pregnant by their son Henry, and secretly marries him for the sake of the child. We also meet Lucy, a girl who lost her family and is not happy about Charlotte and Henry. Tragedy strikes and Lucy does a very selfish thing that at the time she was thinks is right but isn't. Years go by and the story centers on Annie, Henry and Charlotte's child and her journey to find her true identity and place in life. I liked this book, but predictable Danielle Steele plot.

Royal by Danielle Steel is another one off her wonderful standalone romance novels. The story begins around 1943 in war torn England, and the King and Queen decide to send their 17-year-old daughter, Charlotte, who suffers from asthma, to a safer place in the country. Charlotte is the youngest sister of three, and though very headstrong, she is weak and vulnerable. Charlotte is not happy going to Yorkshire, but the family promises to keep her identity a secret, and she slowly accepts the time she is spending there. She befriends the son, who works with the horses, which is her passion. In a short time, they fall in love and when she becomes pregnant, they get married before he is sent overseas. Tragically, her husband is killed, and they keep the secret from her real family. When Charlotte gives birth, her weakened state, causes her to hemorrhage and she dies. The Yorkshire family tells the royal family about her tragic death, but only says it was due to her asthma, no mention of her being married or her pregnancy.

Lucy, who was also a member of the household in Yorkshire, but who was also jealous of Charlotte, begins to take care and love baby Annie. Within a short time, the couple both will die months apart, forcing Lucy to find another job, which she will take Annie as her own. The story now follows Lucy, and young Annie, who loves horses, bringing her close to the stable manager. Eventually Lucy and Jonathan will marry and bring Annie up together. They were a happy family, as the years pass, until Lucy knows she is dying, and she tells Jonathan about the papers she hidden, revealing the true nature of Annie, who is rightfully a Royal Princess.

The 2/3 of the story really perks up and I loved watching a happy Annie, and her closeness to her step father, but most of all I loved how everything changed for her. We get to see the royal family, after a full investigation open their arms to the daughter of Charlotte, which was painful for them. Alexandra is now the queen, with Victoria, the second sister still having fun playing the field. Annie is happy to meet all her relatives, and is thrilled to get the chance to work for the Queen’s stables to train horses. Annie dream is the be a jockey, but it is not allowed for females. In a few years, she will have the opportunity to do this, and she proves how she excels in handling the horses. It was so much fun to watch the family, especially Annie as she becomes a household name in her endeavors to ride the horses.

Annie will fall in love with Anthony, her boss’s son, and they were really great together. Something will separate them, as Annie wants to continue her chance riding in the high stake’s races. I loved Annie the best of all the characters that Steel has given us, though I was not a fan of Lucy early on.

Royal was a wonderful and beautiful love story that spans over 30 years. I do feel that the beginning was a bit slow, but not for long, as I could not put the book down, since I was enjoying it so much. The early tragedy, leads to a remarkable enjoyable and fun story, surrounded by the wonderful characters created by Steel. I wholly suggest you read Royal, so very well written by Danielle Steel.

Royal by Danielle Steel is an excellent historical fiction that has it all: romance, the suspense of England during wartime (WWII), tragedy, love, loss, friendship/family, and acceptance and forgiveness. Any historical fiction that includes royalty always initially draws me in, however it takes a talented author to craft a story of interest all the while creating an aura of respect and authenticity concerning the represented (albeit even loosely) royal individuals that then sets itself apart from the crowd. Ms. Steel has succeeded in all of those aspects yet again with this novel. I have to admit that I am late to the game when it comes to reading books from this author in the distant past, however I have read the last five, and she has impressed me each time.

This book was a nice change of pace from some of the stressful, quick-paced, and rough novels that are present at this time. I enjoyed the pacing, plot, and I enjoyed all of the details that Ms. Steel added in regards to the English royals that were wrapped into this book. I enjoyed reading about Charlotte, and in an effort not to give anything away to unsuspecting readers, I definitely felt for her during this book. But just when we think tragedy will take top listing, we find rays of light always breaking through. I also enjoyed Annie as another main character, and enjoyed seeing her life and future transform throughout the story. I really enjoyed the positive outcome despite all the obstacles, tragedies, and secrets. It definitely left me feeling warmth, happiness, and satisfaction.

5/5 stars


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Thank you to NetGalley, Random House and the author Danielle Steel. This story focuses on Charlotte who is 3rd in line to be the Queen of England. Due to medical issues she is sent away from the city during WWII. Her life is changed after falling in love, due to the war Charlotte chooses not to inform her family of the changes that are occurring in her life until she can do it in person. After a tragedy hits, her family is unaware of a child that is left behind. Many years later the child finds their way home and is welcomed with open arms. Royalty and spectacular horses play a big part in this story. Danielle Steel has once again written a five star book that I could not put down until I had turned the last page.

What can I say? I have read Danielle Steel since the 70’s-80’s and whenever a new book comes out, I must read it! (This is my 31st book by DS). I really enjoyed this story and highly recommend it. A nice change of pace from all the thrillers I’ve been reading lately. Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for this early release in exchange for my honest review.

Another heart warming story by Danielle Steel. I love historical fiction, and this was very interesting to see into the lives of royals.
The story starts during WWII when the King and Queen decide to send their youngest daughter, Charlotte, out of London where the bombing has been getting worse. While in hiding, young Charlotte meets and falls in love, and her life changes rapidly. Through a series of tragedies, a young girl is left orphaned, and another woman decides to raise her as her own. The story sees the reader through over 20 years and many changes. I don't want to give away any parts of the story and reveal too much.
This is a beautiful story of love, family, secrets and forgiveness. I recommend to all historical fiction lovers.
I received an advanced copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

I loved this book and felt a lot of emotions reading it. It got me from page 1. It’s about war, young love, choices gone bad and dreams. I enjoyed this book a lot better then the recent Danielle Steel books before this one

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I loved reading this book. I found I couldn't put it down. Danielle Steel does remarkable writing on giving us a glimpse into history of family and royalty. In this fascinating tale the princess is sent away to during World War II to a safe house in the country, where she falls in love with the innkeeper’s son. The princess is far from the palace and the young lovers produce a baby girl. But, thru a tragic turn of events, the baby girl is orphaned at birth. Alone in the world, the child is raised by a plain and simple stable manager and his wife. The baby girls’ secret is hidden in a stack of letters that come to light 20 years later about her family background to the royal family.

Mesmerizing story about love, loss and a shocking secret that will change the lives of everyone involved. This story broke my heart then put it back together. Lovely read!

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Another great read by Danielle Steel.The book opens in the summer of 1943 as the King and Queen send their youngest daughter Princess Charlotte to the country live as she has health issue thAt put her at risk in war torn London.. Charlotte is using a alias so no one expect the couple who takes her in will know who she is.. There is another young lady, Lucy who lives there who has lost her family to the bombings in the war.. Lucy is not very friendly and jealous of Charlotte who has caught the eye of Henry the son of the couple who took them in. The Story continues with secrets and tragedy.
. Read this book and find out what happens to the commoners and the royals. Will the truth come out? What is the true story of the child and her family. Will dreams come true ?