Book Review: Her Royal Highness by Rachel Hawkins

Amelia, a studious overachiever, and Flora, a Scottish princess, share a room in Scotland's prestigious Gregorstoun school. One is attempting to flee her post-breakup life in her hometown, while the other is hoping to be expelled. Flora's skiving efforts are hindering Amelia's life and she can't help but dislike her...or can she?


Rating: 4/5 

Her Royal Highness is escapism at its finest, with modest, fluid writing and equal parts wit and wholesomeness. The book, written from Amelia's perspective, includes lavish descriptions of Scotland as well as gossip articles interspersed between chapters. Although I would have loved to see more growth in the relationship, this was a ludic read with endearing characters. It is unchallenging and perfect for a reading slump.

The novel delivers on the narrative of regal queer romances and might please fans of Casey McQuiston’s Red, White & Royal Blue.

Her Royal Highness is a companion novel to Royals by the same author but can be read as a standalone.

Similar books: Red, White & Royal Blue by Casey McQuiston

Age recommendation: 12+


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