Buckingham Runner
by Frederick Gero Heimbach
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Pub Date Dec 20 2022 | Archive Date Feb 06 2023
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Description
I’m sixteen and I’m living in a prison. It’s called Buckingham Palace. I’m Alfred, Prince of Wales.
My parents are dead. My grandma–the Queen–has lost her mind. My only friend is an alcoholic corgi named Wormwood. I’m being raised by bureaucrats. Who hate me.
The tabloids call me ROYAL BRAT. That’s for getting kicked out of Eton. For setting fire to the chapel. And stabbing the headmaster in the foot with a syringe.
I’m doing a runner. Someone’s got to help me!
Maybe those kids can. Yeah, them. In the Westminster School uniforms. The clever clogs, raising their hands, answering the teacher’s questions. The athlete, the genius, the girlboss, the babe. Each with a brilliant future. At Oxford. Or Cambridge.
Would they throw that away for my sake? Would they risk getting sacked from London’s top school to help a poor tosser like me? When guards are watching my every move, listening in on every conversation? Me, with a bloody GPS tracker in my hip?
I’m a hot mess. They’ve got it all together. I’m a prisoner. They can go anywhere. I’ll never escape–unless they take pity on me.
They better. I’m this close to striking the match that burns Buckingham Palace to the ground.
Featured Reviews
Angie C, Reviewer
I liked this book. It was funny but also kind of timely with all of the Prince Harry press going on. I supposed he kind of pulled a runner, so good timing. I do wish there was more about what exactly happened to Alfred’s parents and sister. And parliament. But very well done.
Kelsey R, Reviewer
3.5/5 stars! I can't decide what this book is. It's quirky, funny, weird, and fascinating in equal measure. This book will definitely not be for everyone but if you'd enjoy a satirical view of the royal family, you'll get a few good laughs from this book. This is a lesson in just wanting to fit in and how we might be more alike than we are different.
I received an advance review copy for free through NetGalley, and I am leaving this review voluntarily
Trina G, Reviewer
An enjoyable read with a light hearted look at behind the scenes of the British Royal family, while clearly non-fiction it is probably more factual than other titles we could mention!
Reviewer 850130
This was laugh out loud funny. In light of recent royal events, it took on extra relevence and made it even funnier. My teenage grandson and grandaughter read this with me and both enjoyed it, although my grandaughter did rather use it to point out the stupidity of certain boys. Hilarious read it now!
Reviewer 823951
If I you are wanting an hilarious escape this is exactly the book you will want to read. You will be so glad you did! The premise of this book sounded interesting from the very beginning. It was a quick, easy read and if you are looking for a quick, entertaining read and enjoy all things royal family then this is a great book for you! I received a free copy of this book from netgalley and the publisher in exchange for my honest review.
Kathy P, Educator
This was a super fun read. I was laughing out loud a lot, much to the dismay of my fellow commuters. Really enjoyed this quirky story. Thanks to Netgalley for the opportunity to read this book.
Diane D, Reviewer
An interesting idea, I guess every royal youth dreams of running away at some point, it's nice to see this one plotting more seriously his escape. Completely clueless about the world outside, the gap between the very smart friends at the elite school and the elite person without any street smarts is quite amusing. I liked the few plot twists, the simple yet funny jokes, details of the places and the depth of the characters and their feelings (except Rav who's quite reserved, but I guess it may be up for a next novel). I know nothing about the UK culture, palace rules and other language specificities so I will trust the author's acknowledgements that the slang has been reviewed for authenticity. A quick and entertaining read. Thanks Netgalley for the free copy and best wishes to the author.
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