An accidental royal kidnap by Paul Mathews

English teacher George wakes up after celebrating his 39th birthday to find a strange woman on his lounge rug. She claims to be a Princess that he has kidnapped for a week. The story of George and the pampered princess in the normal world in fast food outlets with the very typical English single middle aged minis chringy and humours all at once as George struggles with it all .

A really well written humorous light hearted read to lift the spirits.

An Accidental Royal Kidnap by Paul Mathews is a light-hearted and whimsical comedy that takes readers on a hilarious journey involving an ordinary London schoolteacher, George Nearly, and a supposed princess who disrupts his tranquil life. Packed with eccentric characters, regal antics, and British humor, this novel offers a delightful escape into a world of royal absurdity.

The premise of a disheveled young woman claiming to be a princess stumbling into George's living room sets the stage for a series of comical mishaps and misunderstandings. The author infuses the story with wit and sarcasm, capturing the essence of British humor and ensuring moments of amusement throughout the narrative.

George Nearly, as the reluctant hero, is an endearing character with his relatable quirks and humorous reactions to the princess's unexpected presence. His ordinary life is turned upside down, and readers will find themselves empathizing with his plight as he navigates the chaos brought upon by the party princess.

The interactions between George and the princess, Araminta (or 'Minty'), provide the backbone of the story. Their banter and the clash between their worlds create entertaining moments, and readers will appreciate the contrasting dynamics of their relationship.

The novel's strength lies in its ability to capture the essence of British culture and humor. Mathews brings a touch of quirkiness to the narrative, and the eccentric cast of characters adds flavor to the story. The author's writing style is light and accessible, making it an easy read for those seeking a lighthearted and humorous escape.

However, while the comedic elements are enjoyable, some readers may find the humor to be a bit predictable or reliant on clichés. The plot occasionally feels contrived, and the pacing can be uneven, with certain parts dragging while others rush by. Additionally, the character development, especially outside of George and Minty, may feel somewhat lacking, leaving some of the supporting cast feeling one-dimensional.

In summary, An Accidental Royal Kidnap is a charming comedy that promises laughter and escapism through its whimsical plot and amusing characters. Paul Mathews successfully captures the essence of British humor, making this a fun read for fans of light-hearted comedy. Although the humor may at times rely on familiar tropes and the pacing and character development could be improved, the book delivers on its promise of a humorous romp with royalty.

I want to thank Netgalley and the author for gifting me the ebook. The story was okay. It is a romcom.

Thank you NetGalley for providing me with a copy for review.

This was a very lighthearted read that pulls you in with it’s humour straight away. It’s easy to get into and I read the vast majority of it in one sitting.

I loved the authors writing style and the characters he brought to life.

However, this book didn’t really stand out to me. I understand that it’s the first of a series and whilst I have questions mom not entirely certain I’ll be returning to read the sequel.

This was such a cute story. I've always been interested in the royal family and this was a fun twist. I am definitely going to have to read the next book in the series because this one left you with quite a cliffhanger!

this book gave me a lot of laughs, I really enjoyed reading this book and getting to know the characters. It was a fun plot and I enjoyed reading this.

I did not finish this book. Sorry I just could not get into this one, but thank you for the opportunity!

George Nearly is a 39-year-old bachelor school teacher who is precise in his speech, and is fond of sweaters, his fish, and living alone in his well-organized flat. I was fascinated by his favorite colors which include avocado, tangerine, and turquoise. George is narrating this story to us, the readers. It worked well for this book.

He wakes up the morning after his birthday party to discover a young woman asleep and drooling on his prized avocado and turquoise rug (ouch, those colors). When she woke up, she claimed that she was Princess Araminta of Essex (Minty) and that he had kidnapped her, presumably from the pub where his birthday party was held. I wasn't sure even at the end of the book if Minty was really Princess Araminta. The whole book had me smiling, but there were two hilarious scenes that had me laughing out loud. One was when George was fending off unwanted overtures from an older woman and the other was when he was detained for loitering in the women's underwear section of a department store.

This is a very readable, funny book where the characters seem to careen from one disaster to another. If you are in the mood for grammatically correct humor and royal hijinks, then you will likely enjoy this book. This is the first book of a two-book series and is not a standalone book. Both books are already published and available for purchase.

I was fortunate to receive an ARC of this book from the publisher and Netgalley but also purchased my own copy. It was my pleasure to read and review this book.

This was a very random book that I decided to pick up. The dialogues and sentences were constructed in a very entertaining manner. I would have enjoyed it more if not for some repetitive imagery that would have worked with just a mention instead of iterating multiple times in the book. This put me off quite a few times while I was enjoying the complicated situation our lead protagonist found himself in.
George Nearly is not enjoying the day after his birthday celebrations. It doesn't look like he would like the following week either. A girl who claims to be a princess has decided that thinking of herself as kidnapped works well for things she has planned. The events that happen during the week are completely random and funny in the way that they are described to the reader.
I did not realise that this was the first in a series, which was unfortunate given that it ends pretty abruptly with just a brief mention of the possibilities for the chaos that lays ahead. It is not a book that takes itself seriously and, in that vein, an entertaining one. As I mentioned earlier, I would have liked it even more if certain jokes did not stay a recurring theme throughout.
I received an ARC thanks to NetGalley, the review is entirely based on my own reading experience.

Witty and completely over the top, this book was an enjoyable read. Written in the first person, the author does a remarkable job writing from the main character's perspective.
George Nearly is a thirty nine year old school teacher. A bit of an introvert and socially awkward, George finds himself in a hapless situation after he wakes up to find a princess in his living room. It all goes downhill for George after this. Cue one hilarious predicament after the next, which led to several laugh out loud moments whilst reading this book.

There's something about a book character named George. they can be one of 3 things: all somewhat charming in their own way.
1. a small grubby full of questions and questioning boy;
2. a scruffy mongrel dog inevitably rolling in whatever smelt the worst;
3. an Englishman. recognizable by leather elbow patches, cricket flannels too baggy. a domineering mother. a loser group of friends. and a loser girlfriend with a lack lustre love life.
Guess which George we had here. And no, he didn't wear flannels and elbow patches but close!
Amusing story here as George clearly had no idea what he was about and how to deal with strange arrival in his life. But a happy ending and all was well through a series of amusing episodes. Nicely written and full of expectations fulfilled.

I received a complimentary copy of An Accidental Royal Kidnap from NetGalley.  Opinions expressed in this review are entirely my own.

This was an interesting, if implausible, novel. Although early on, I nearly dropped the book entirely, I was surprised to become interested in the characters and even more surprised when I was looking forward to future events—which I was disappointed yo learn would be in a sequel. So now, I find myself looking forward to the sequel!

A fun read.

George Nearly is a boring English teacher who finds himself in an unexpected adventure when he discovers a princess in his flat after his surprise birthday party. She says he kidnapped her!

Minty (the kidnapped princess) grows on a person and makes George become a slightly more interesting person, taking him totally out of his comfort zone.

The book ends on a cliffhanger which makes me look forward to Book 2 to see what new chaos Minty drags dull George into.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publishers for allowing me to read this book.

So sorry author but I really struggled with this one. It just wasn't my cup of tea (Pun intended). I really tried to like this story and the people in it but I just never got there.
Beer is not George's friend. He drinks it and doesn't remember much after that. He is also kind of a wimp who is constantly being run over by other people and I didn't enjoy his "loser status". His friends are generally unlikable as well, especially Lennon.
And Minty "The Princess"? Whether or not she was a real princess or not, I just found her totally obnoxious.
I kept hoping that the story would improve. But sad to say, for me it just never did.

"I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.”

This book definitely made me laugh out loud a few times. Most of the time that I was reading it, I could completely picture it being made into a sitcom. In a time when I tend to lean towards heavier books or thrillers it was definitely a breath of fresh air to read this book.
I did not like the cover at all-- I felt like it was immature or "half-done"

What else can I say about this book other than it is the best of British humour! Everything about it from start to finish had me laughing out loud. I loved the writing style. From the beginning it captured the reader as apart of the story. Think peep show and how the characters talk to the audience though the lens but in written form. I thoroughly enjoyed reading it and was very pleased to find that Minty and Georges story will be continued in 2021. From this book alone Paul Mathews will be one I forever look out for.

The synopsis of An Accidental Royal Kidnap promises a strong dose of humour, and it lived up to its' promise. I was indeed very, very amused while reading.

This book tells the tale of George Nearly, a very British school teacher, who wakes up on a Sunday morning after a night out to find a dishevelled and feisty young woman on the floor of his home who claims to be a princess.

This was a fresh, quirky and funny take on the comedy fiction genre with some very unique and memorable voices in the form of wonderfully wacky characters. The main characters had great chemistry between them, there was a whole host of great secondary characters and a rather wild but light-hearted plot.

At times this story was over-the-top, but it just worked perfectly and I can't wait to read the next instalment in the Royally Funny series.

I usually read fairly serious, historical or factual books and it's been a long time since I read anything this light-hearted. I presumed it would turn out to be a romance and I would hate it.... I have never been so wrong about anything!! Firstly, not a romance (albeit for a few flirty details) and secondly.. I LOVED IT!
George Nearly is one of the most endearing characters I have come across in a book - quiet, clever, slightly boring and loves his own space and most importantly his goldfish. He is exactly the sort of character that you want to follow through a whirlwind week with a royal princess, who threatens to turn his entire life upside down, and break his ugly coffee table. Going through this experience with George as the narrator was a hilarious, cringe and insightful journey that I definitely enjoyed.
The best thing about this book has to be the humour. I presumed from the title and concept it would be in jest, and not the most serious book ever written, but I didn't expect to spend 2 evenings sat cackling and snorting unattractively over poor George and the hilarious Princess Minty. The sarcasm, digs at real royals and royal events, and George's incredibly mentally dense friends proved to be absolutely what I needed in a book and didn't even know I needed!
If you're reading this review, you absolutely need to read this book! and keep an eye out for Book 2 coming summer 2021. I am already buzzing for it and it's gone straight on my list of books to watch for.

I read it complete in an evening! A highly improbable situation is the start of a lighthearted comedy where an average professor wakes up without any memories of his 39th birthday party just to stumble upon a woman flat faced upon his rug. She spins a story about wanting to lay low until her sister's wedding party and then it all starts to unfold.

It's really funny, agile and takes you to explore all of London.

If any, my only complaint is that I require now the next book in the series ASAP.

Greatly recommended!

I already recommended this book and it was a great success !
The story telling is so clever, you cannot guess who is the kidnapper. And the great news is ... the story continues to unfold in a second book ! Book number 1, an accidental Royal Kidnap is complete in itself, the ending reaches a cycle in the series, and the author, Paul Mathews uses with brio several types of sense of humour in his settings, dialogues, monologues, and actions. The rythm is excellent and it's impossible to get tired once you have started to read. This isn't a satyre or a comedy with expected cues and ending, it is much more refine. the plot starts with an encounter, which develops into several adventures. All seems surreal but so rooted in reality that there is only one solution : to read more to smile and laugh more and simply enjoy.
Writing to make people smile and laugh is the most difficult task ever, especially in 2021 Paul Mathews with this book is achieving a tour de force and a master piece of the genre.
All opinions are mine, I received an advanced copy from NetGalley.