First, I would like to thank Harper Voyager and NetGalley for providing an e-ARC of this book. I found myself conflicted while rating it. I really enjoyed the characters and their development, as well as the representation throughout the story. However, I felt that the plot fell a bit flat for me.

The book follows Princess Clía, who enrolls in a military academy to win back her betrothal and secure her kingdom’s future after her engagement is broken off. At the same academy, Warrior Ronan is trying to stay focused but is often distracted by Princess Clía. While the premise of the plot sounded exciting, I think the pacing throughout the book ultimately diminished my enjoyment. There were moments when the story was engaging, but there were also times when it felt slow, with repetitive situations occurring.

If you enjoy character-driven stories with great world-building, along with queer and disability representation, you will likely appreciate this narrative. The story offers a new and refreshing perspective.

Thank you again to the publisher and netgalley for an e-ARC of this book!

please buckle in for a heaping serving of mixed signals, direct from my thoughts to your screen! i had an incredibly hard time rating this book for a multitude of reasons – it was a decent read overall, but i had incredibly high expectations that weren’t met, it’s marketed as adult but i feel like it reads more as YA – you get the gist. there’s a lot at play here! that doesn’t even get into the fact that i, myself, am a certified legally blonde superfan. so much so that my girlfriend made fun of me for quoting lines multiple times before characters even uttered them. needless to say, this book felt like it should be made for me.

i do want to start off by saying that i think this is a unique narrative with well-rounded worldbuilding. i really appreciated seeing autistic & chronic pain rep in a queernormative world – i thought these were really well done! the representation was lovingly woven into the story and characters without feeling clunky or overwrought, which isn’t always easy to do. unfortunately, for me personally, the age of the characters in this story is where they really started to lose me.

as this is categorized and marketed as an adult book (and judging based on the appearance of the characters on the cover), i assumed that these characters would probably be in their twenties. this is especially if we consider the legally blonde connection, which has been heavily referenced time and time again (including its former title, medievally blonde), in which the main characters are either in law school (elle, warner, vivian, etc.) or practicing lawyers (emmett). imagine my surprise when ronan said that he’s nineteen!!! nineteen. omg. this is where the mixed signals really come in – this isn’t necessarily a bad choice, if that’s the book you want to write. but it’s not the choice i want to see. i was hoping for a slightly more adult narrative, but it absolutely read as YA instead – the way things magically fell into clía’s lap over and over, the way it fell very nicely into the typical beats of a YA fantasy narrative (one character made a comment early in the book and i immediately clocked a betrayal plot twist that came true later on). i could see the bones of the legally blonde narrative guiding the structure underneath, and while i did enjoy clía’s warrior journey to prove herself, it didn’t shine quite as bright as the original. and that’s okay! it just wasn’t the one for me.

if you’re looking for something that skews on the young/new adult fantasy line, i think you’ll enjoy this a lot. there’s excellent worldbuilding, great queer & disability rep, and a fun narrative that feels fresh. i really do hope this book finds its audience!

I was lucky enough to recieve an ARC of this book (rip medievally blonde I’ll always remember your og name)

I looooved. It’s fun. It’s cozy with just enough danger.
Our fmc joins a military academy “what like it’s hard” 💅🏻

I love a book that proves the soft girl is more than just soft. & this did just that

Thank you NetGalley for the copy of this book.

Oh how I loved this book. The growth of the FMC, and her journey from self doubt to a confidence and strength in herself was so relatable and well done. I found myself not wanting this book to be over, but unable to stop reading at the same time. The writing pulled me in quickly, and I laughed, raged, cried and came away with that feeling when a book manages to hit everything you needed at just the right time. I hope there are future books planned because I would love to go back and explore this world more.

First of all Thank you for the Arc!!!

The princess knight is a fun, emotional read with a mix of adventure, romance, and political intrigue. The characters are easy to root for, and the stakes keep rising, making for a really engaging story. If you like strong heroines, complicated love triangles, and plenty of action, this book is definitely worth checking out.

I absolutely loved this book. A phenomenal retelling of Legally Blonde set in a fantasy world that has subtle nods to the musical as well. Chef's kiss!!

I could not put this book down, it was fast-paced with well developed characters and a lush world. I hope Cait writes more books with these characters, as they were all compelling!

This book was pretty much everything I wanted it to be? I will so,I preferred the original title for this story, but I was so enamored the entire time. Really great work here!

This was marketed as Legally Blonde but where? I’m not into “queer” romances so this was an immediate DNF. Had this been marketed better I would not have requested it.

A really fun meet-cute between celtic mythology and legally blonde! I had a lot of fun reading this adventure, and I thought it had a great balance between romance, fantasy, and military strategy lol. This book has so many fun ideas and the way all the legally blonde references were able to be seamlessly wound in with celtic fantasy and magic, it was honestly very impressive and I was absolutely hooked! Cait Jacobs did a phenomenal job with this and I found myself hooked on every character and how the story would play out. I liked how long it was, most the time fantasy romances are too short, and not enough time is spent on the world building, but this book had a great mix of slowly introducing the romance while the world building and fantasy elements really got to shine and round out the characters! The romance was also very very well done, I found myself rooting and swooning for them throughout the whole story.

This was an absolute delight of a book! Highly highly recommend!!

Thank you to NetGalley and Harper Voyager/Avon for the eARC in exchange for an honest review.

I originally wanted to read this book for the disability representation but got hooked for sooo many other reasons! I truly enjoyed the ex’s friend/betrayal, forbidden love, one tent😉 and if there is training arc? I’m sold! & this one was done exceptionally well.

While I typically enjoy books with FMC’s that are powerful/strong right out the gate — I was attached to the Clía from chapter one. This book unexpectedly stirred my emotions in ways I did not expect. Cait Jacobs did a great job of evoking sympathy for all of the characters in this story!

Thank you to NetGalley, Cait Jacobs and Harper Voyager/Avon for allowing me to read and review this eARC.

I really really wanted to like this book. I mean just look at that cover art 🥹. But alas a good book does not a cover make.

This was originally marketed as a fantasy take on legally blonde and I really didn’t see that to me. It read more like a YA version of fourth wing. And I think that’s the reason why I gave it such a low rating because I kept comparing everything to that. And I know it’s not fair for me to do that but my brain does what my brain does.

You might like this book if you are a fan of YA novels and haven’t read fourth wing yet

Thank you to NetGalley and Harper Voyager/Avon for the eARC in exchange for an honest review.

Okay, okay, okay—do you love Legally Blonde? (Honestly, does anyone not love Legally Blonde?)
Do you love a medieval romp brimming with Princess Bride-style humor—witty, irreverent, and just the right amount of absurd?
What about a story full of charming quirks, unexpected adventure, and a heroine who slowly but gloriously discovers just how powerful and capable she truly is?

And let’s talk about the romance—between a girl who’s impossible not to adore and an underdog you’ll fall for right alongside her.

If you’re nodding along? You have to read The Princess Knight.
I adore this story. It’s clever, heartwarming, and the perfect mix of laughter, love, and girl-power triumph.

1.5⭐️

Have you ever watched a really campy 80’s fantasy movie that for some reason beyond your comprehension has a cult following? And no matter how hard you try you can’t get immersed in the lore because you instead find yourself unintentionally scrolling your phone at least every 3 minutes? But you still know what’s going on because it’s relevant enough in pop culture that you know the basic storyline?

That was this book for me.

For this being marketed (or formerly marketed?) as Medieval Legally Blonde, I don’t think the references hit that hard, personally. I did like that Luke Wilson’s dupe, Ronan, was her ex’s friend rather than some upper classman. It also did something for me that Warner’s dupe was more redeemable as well.

Frankly, I can’t tell if I hated it or just didn’t like it, maybe somewhere in between. You might enjoy this if you liked: “The Wisteria Society of Lady Scoundrels” or the reboot of “Willow” that Disney+ has since removed from their servers.


Thank you to NetGalley and Harper Voyager/Avon for the eARC in exchange for an honest review.

Legally Blonde meets Mulan

If you love legally blonde then you will love this book! Absolutely phenomenal! A princess proves to everyone that she is more than just a pretty face.

I absolutely adored The Princess Knight! I first signed up to ARC read this book when it was still titled Medievally Blonde, and it was such a delight catching all the nods to Legally Blonde. But make no mistake—this story stands completely on its own, delivering an immersive romantasy experience packed with depth, heart, and adventure.

Both Ronan and Princess Clía are brilliantly layered characters, bringing an emotional depth that many romantasies skip in favor of romance alone. This book has it all—slow-burn, forbidden love, betrayal, kingdoms at war, magic, and an engaging training arc. I also loved the representation woven throughout, from chronic pain to LGBTQ+ characters. Cait Jacobs masterfully balances world-building, action, and character development, creating a well-rounded and unputdownable read.

I’m beyond grateful to Cait Jacobs and her team for the early copy, but my thoughts are 100% my own—this book is an absolute must-read for romantasy lovers who crave substance alongside swoon-worthy romance. And now, I’ll be crossing my fingers for more stories in this world—perhaps following Niamh and the prince in their marriage or Clía’s seamstress and the royal who trained alongside Ronan and Clía. The Princess Knight is everything I wanted and more!

I want to start off by saying how sad I am that they changed the title to this instead of Medievally Blonde. I will not be the last person to say this, nor am I the first. But nonetheless, it feels like Ali Hazelwood’s Whet debacle all over again.

Now that that’s out of the way—

The Princess Knight was an absolute joy to read—equal parts empowering, whimsical, and heartfelt. Cait Jacobs has crafted a fantasy debut that sparkles with charm, humor, and just the right amount of romantic tension. From the first chapter, I was completely hooked by Clía’s determination, wit, and flair—and yes, she absolutely serves looks while charging headfirst into duels.

There’s an undeniable Legally Blonde meets royal fantasy vibe that makes this story stand out, with clever nods and light-hearted moments perfectly balanced by deeper themes of resilience, self-worth, and duty. Clía isn’t just chasing after her lost love; she’s fighting for her place in a world that constantly underestimates her. And watching her grow—not just in strength but in self-assurance—was so satisfying.

Ronan, the disciplined warrior with a guarded heart, offers the perfect contrast to Clía’s fiery resolve. Their slow-burn connection felt authentic and earned, filled with tension, banter, and vulnerability. And let’s not forget the adorable animal companion—Clía’s otter-like pet adds a fun, whimsical touch that made me love her even more.

The worldbuilding is immersive, from the prestigious and cutthroat academy to the looming threat of war that raises the stakes for everyone involved. There’s action, political intrigue, and an emotional depth to the story that kept me turning pages late into the night.

In short: this book had everything—romance, badassery, heart, and a heroine who proves you can slay in both fashion and battle. A fantastic debut, and I can’t wait to see what Cait Jacobs does next!

You're always be Medievally Blonde to me.

This was a delight! I really liked all these characters, the clear callbacks to Legally Blonde (the musical), the worldbuilding, the romance. I know that Cait Jacobs has mentioned a potential spinoff centred around Niamh, and I would love if that happened because this was just really great.

Also I really can't overstate how sad I am that the title was changed. Medievally Blonde was the perfect title for this book.