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Royally Wild

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I must firstly apologise for the amount of time it has taken me to provide a review of this book, my health was rather bad for quite some time, something that had me in hospital on numerous occasions and simply didnt leave me with the time I once had to do what I love most.

Unfortunately that does mean I have missed the archive date for many of these books, so It would feel unjust throwing any review together without being able to pay attention to each novel properly.

However, I am now back to reading as before and look forward to sharing my honest reviews as always going forward. I thank you f0r the patience and understanding throughout x

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I want to thank Netgalley and the author for gifting me the ebook. I was able to find the audio version through my local library but I ended up going back to the ebook due to the narrator was awful!
The story plot was okay. It was a little unrealistic. The first book was better than the second.

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The last in the series, this one was the best one in my opinion. Honestly just because of the wedding aspect. I'm a sucker for a wedding in any book ever. Beyond that, by this point I was slogging my way through. Maybe reading them back to back wasn't the best idea considering how on the fence I was about the series in the first place. Either way, it took me awhile to finish this one. Again. I'm sure this is just a me thing. This is a cute and sweet rom-com for the right person. Unfortunately, I just need a bit more substance in my romances as of late.

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I received an advanced copy for free and am leaving this review voluntarily. Thank you to NetGalley, Melanie Summers, and Indigo Group. ❤️

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The author certainly gave me more unpredictability in this book and I appreciated the insight into Will and Arabella even if I didn't always like what they were doing. This book was a quick, enjoyable read that made me laugh! I'd say it was a book that I would definitely read on vacation, overall I enjoyed it.

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Where do I begin. After reading the first book I had to continue on to read the second and I will say I enjoyed the first book more, but not to say that this book wasn’t enjoyable . It was so exciting to read how the two characters fell in love through reality tv show. Although I don’t like the reality tv show plot line, not my cup of tea really, it was pretty fun. Over all, I didn't love it, but I definitely didn't hate it.

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When I started the first book in the series, I was unaware that the characters already had a history in the form of other books by the author. This crucial point escaped me somehow when I was looking at the blurb before picking it up.
It is not a very strong sticking point because all three books in this series focus exclusively on one couple and their issues.
The best part about it The second instalment uses the budding relationship between Will and Arabella and throws all the complications of real life at them. Arabella has to participate in her role of a royal from a fictitious country, and Will has to salvage his career unless he wants to live off of Arabella's family. The biggest issue in this book is the show's airing that was shot while the two were trekking through the jungle and falling for each other. There are a lot of surprises (none of them good) for them.
The concept of a reality show coupled with the severe dignity required from Arabella is drawn out pretty starkly. I felt mighty uncomfortable for her, given the way her one impulsive decision has complicated her already complex life. The icing on the cake is supposed to be her new relationship, but very few people seem to agree that this is a reasonable idea. Even Will's crazy online fans steal the show with their manic commentary. The idea of interspersing the narrative with Newscasters squabbling and online chats does raise the humour level.was the elaboration on the course that the lead couple's life takes during different stages of their 'togetherness'; this felt quite realistic and made this an enjoyable collection.
I received an ARC thanks to NetGalley and the publishers but the review is entirely based on my own reading experience of this and the other books in the trilogy.

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this was such a fun little read! i liked to learn about these characters . and the town! omg. so cute! i'm super pumped to read more in the future for sure!!!!!

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Royally Wild is the second book in the Crazy in Love series, and you definitely need to read in order, this will not be a good standalone read.

The book picks up about a month or so later, and the reality/nature show is finally about to air on TV. Will and Arabella are very much in love but can they survive the show, the fans, the haters, and life in general.

For me, this one made me more frustrated because the situations were just not the happy ones I had hoped for. Maybe a little too heavy on the conflict and less on happy times.

The series feels very Princess Diaries, and those Meg Cabot fans will love this book series.

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The second instalment in the Crazy Royal Love trilogy. Princess Arabella and Will Banks are back from their wilderness survival show and trying to make love work in the real world. But can they sort out the differences in their lifestyles and stay together? These books are fun with a great setting. I really feel like I'm in Avonia and living in a castle.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read this book.

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This book picks up exactly where the first one finished off. Overall I didn’t enjoy Royally Wild as much as I enjoyed Royally Crushed, but I think that’s just because there was a lot less comedy and quirkiness and a lot more reality checks and just real life content. You get to see how Bella and Will are doing post-filing-honeymoon-stage when the real world has emerged. Melanie did a great job showing a ton of character development and depth, which was great, but in terms of the escapism of a light read, this book wasn’t quite as carefree and hilarious as the first.

I loved the continual development of Arabella. There were so many beautiful scenes showing her growth and strength as a fierce woman! I of course will be continuing with the series and can’t wait to read Royally Tied! 💗

Thanks so much to Melanie Summers, and NetGalley for the gifted copy. 😊

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Melanie Summers' books are always a delight to read. This book is light, happy and fun. A princess and reality tv star fight then find each other in the jungle and eventually the relationship develops. A great read for a summer's day! You can never go wrong with this series.

I was provided with a copy of this book in exchange for an unpaid, honest review.

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When I think of romance, I think of books just like this one, that gives all the feels and satisfies every romance junkies' heart. This is a perfect books to snuggle up with on any day.

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This whole series was different for it. I won't say that I loved it and I won't say that I hated it either. It was just in between. I like the author's writing style though.

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While to first book was funny and charming the second in the series took where the first left off and kicked it up a few more notches!

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Melanie Summer's writes fun, romantic stories that are difficult to put down once you get started. If you haven't ever read any of her books do yourself a favor and grab her books. Light hearted, funny, romantic, sexy and down right fun is waiting for you.

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I have been very much looking forward to this book, to see how Arabella and Will will forge ahead with their relationship after leaving the wilds and returning to normal life. Or as normal as can presumably be expected when you're dating a princess. (I have never dated a princess; I would not know.) Well, if they thought their time in the jungle was harrowing, that's almost nothing to the backlash they face when the public and their families react to the spin Dylan puts on their relationship, all in the name of ratings. It seemed like such a good idea at the time. This, coupled with the facts that Will's career is taking off and that Arabella may not be as ready to leave royal life behind as Will believes she is, makes for a rather rocky road for our plucky princess and her rugged rebel.

We also get glimpses of the Alpha couple of the parent series, Tessa and Arthur, along with King Winston and Gran as well as Flora and James. Tessa has resumed the seemingly-constant struggle to lose weight to try to compare favorably with a certain well-known Duchess while Arthur, Winston, and Florence (Gran) are checking out Will to make sure he's good enough for Arabella, Only Gran seems to approve.

I was not disappointed with this story at all and I can't wait for the next instalment.

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Good grief I love this author and this series. Sweet, humorous and lovable characters that keep a smile on my face. This, for me is the definition of a great summer read!

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This is the second book in the series and a continuation of Arabella and Will’s story. They are still in the midst of filming their TV show but the producers have taken them out of the jungle and into the royal life. There is so much for them to learn about each other, life and adjustments that there is drama and insecurities, but not without humor and romance.
Theres characters just make your heart happy and a joy to read. You don’t want to put them down. Thankfully this is not the end yet.

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Thank you NetGalley for sending this arc for a honest review!

Where do I begin. After reading the first book I had to run to read the second. I definitely will say I enjoyed the first book a lot more, but not to say that this book wasn’t enjoyable . It was so exciting to read how the two charcaters fell in love through reality tv show. Although I don’t like the reality tv show plot line normally I will have to say that in this book it was so well written and worth the read that I would definitely recommend this to my friends!!

Watching the love unfold between the two while filming was immaculate.

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This is the sequel of Arabella and Will's story, and I think I enjoyed this one even more than the first one.
It was absolutely fun, lighthearted and heart-clenching at the same time. I felt anxious, relieved, frustrated, giddy, infuriated, and so much more.
I was intrigued to see where Melanie was taking this story, as the first book had a really nice round happy ending. But she did it just great. Delivering the story and struggles perfectly making it so easy-to-read and unputdownable.
I have to say, I connected so much more with the characters in this book, I think we get to know them more in-depth individually. But argh! I was so infuriated with both at different times, but mostly with Arabella. I'm just glad everything turned out well. I mean, of course, is a rom-com, that's why we're here, isn't it?
I'm really looking forward to reading the third book! Can't wait to see where Melanie takes us this time!

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