Royal: A Novel
by Danielle Steel
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Fiction. Literature. "In this spellbinding tale from Danielle Steel, a princess is sent away to safety during World War II, where she falls in love, and is lost forever. As the war rages on in the summer of 1943, causing massive destruction and widespread fear, the King and Queen choose to quietly send their youngest daughter, Princess Charlotte, to live with a trusted noble family in the country. Despite her fiery, headstrong nature, the princess's fragile health poses far too great a risk show more for her to remain in war-torn London. Third in line for the throne, seventeen year-old Charlotte reluctantly uses an alias upon her arrival in Yorkshire, her two guardians the only keepers of her true identity. In time, she settles comfortably into a life out of the spotlight, befriending a young evacuee and training with her cherished horse. But no one predicts that in the coming months she will fall deeply in love with her protectors' son. She longs for a normal life. Far from her parents, a tragic turn of events leaves an infant orphaned. Alone in the world, that child will be raised in the most humble circumstances by a modest stable manager and his wife. No one, not even she, knows of her lineage. But when a stack of hidden letters comes to light, a secret kept for nearly two decades finally surfaces, and a long lost princess emerges. A fascinating story of family and royalty, and an unforgettable portrait of an extraordinary young woman and the man who brings her home, Royal is an exhilarating work from America's most beloved storyteller.". show lessTags
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Royal by Danielle Steel is a book that drew me in right away. Princess Charlotte is seventeen when she is sent to Yorkshire for her health and safety. The owner’s have a handsome son who is the same age (you see where this is heading). The pair soon find themselves in a compromising situation. A baby ends up being raised by a housekeeper and a stable manager. The secret come to light forever altering people’s lives. Royal has Danielle Steel’s trademark writing style which makes her stories so easy to read. I liked the characters and the storyline. We get to see how family can help loved ones deal with grief and the intensity of love during war which will make people do things they would normally never think of doing. We also learn show more that it is important to fight for our dreams. There were some emotional moments in Royal that will have you searching for a hanky. Royal is a delightful escapist novel that I enjoyed from beginning to end. show less
I might be biased because I'm a big fan of everything that Danielle Steel has written so far (I have a lot to catch up on though) but she has done it again.
Talk about a fairy tale from someone who didn't know she was in the Royal family and when she did find out when she was older in her 20s, she still kept her innocence and her head on straight always. She came from a humble background and never knew she was royalty. Her mother was always her mother though really she wasn't and she never knew and kept it a secret for 20 years until her death bed when she told her husband. That always bothered me throughout the book.
Annie always wanted to be a jockey since her love of horses and riding when she was little and in the 1960s this was a show more future thing especially in England. Fast forward and she gives up her love of Anthony and goes for her dream. Needless to say, dreams do come true. I loved every page of this book and I thank the woman who donated this to our Little Free Library or else I'd have to get it from the library if I ever did get there! show less
Talk about a fairy tale from someone who didn't know she was in the Royal family and when she did find out when she was older in her 20s, she still kept her innocence and her head on straight always. She came from a humble background and never knew she was royalty. Her mother was always her mother though really she wasn't and she never knew and kept it a secret for 20 years until her death bed when she told her husband. That always bothered me throughout the book.
Annie always wanted to be a jockey since her love of horses and riding when she was little and in the 1960s this was a show more future thing especially in England. Fast forward and she gives up her love of Anthony and goes for her dream. Needless to say, dreams do come true. I loved every page of this book and I thank the woman who donated this to our Little Free Library or else I'd have to get it from the library if I ever did get there! show less
This was a typical Danielle Steel novel.
Even though occasionally I do read some historical fiction, this was slightly different. The story of a lost princess along with some elements of romance and sacrifice was quite enjoyable.
I think it was a pure story with not much drama involved. Also, all the characters including those whom we should actually detest because of their actions, are very well written that you can’t bring yourself to hate them.
Even though the ending is quite predictable, it was interesting to read Annie’s, i.e. the lost princess, journey as she deals with the tragedies, secrets and other obstacles along her way as she pursues her dreams.
Even though occasionally I do read some historical fiction, this was slightly different. The story of a lost princess along with some elements of romance and sacrifice was quite enjoyable.
I think it was a pure story with not much drama involved. Also, all the characters including those whom we should actually detest because of their actions, are very well written that you can’t bring yourself to hate them.
Even though the ending is quite predictable, it was interesting to read Annie’s, i.e. the lost princess, journey as she deals with the tragedies, secrets and other obstacles along her way as she pursues her dreams.
A pleasant piece of fluff to fill the hours. Parallels the present Royal family from WWII to mid sixties. The royal names and a plot element have been changed to protect the innocent but it is a rip off of Princesses Elizabeth and Margret adolescence and young adulthood.
I received a complimentary digital copy of this book from NetGalley and the publisher in exchange for an unbiased review.
Most parents sought to protect their children during the bombing of England by German Luftwaffe under the administration of Prime Minister Winston Churchill. In June 1943, King Frederick and Queen Anne seek protection for their three daughters: Alexandra, Victoria and Charlotte. They have fashioned an air raid shelter in former housekeeping quarters but feel that their youngest Charlotte would benefit from being at the countryside due to her severe asthma. Princess Alexandra is 20 years old and being prepared for her duties to assume the throne. Princess Victoria is 19 years old and goes to work at the hospital to show more help the nurses. Princess Charlotte who is 17 years old is sent to the countryside due to her fragile health.
Charlotte assumes the identity of Charlotte White to protect her royal identity. She senses resentment from Lucy the other girl who is also boarding there as the caretakers son becomes interested in Charlotte. Against their better judgment Charlotte and Henry fall in love and are naïve to the future of the war. Little do they realize the lasting effects of their decisions. Secrets and jealousy have a way of causing tragedies which stand to threaten the future reputation and safety of the royal throne if discovered by the wrong person. Are there any honest and morally responsible people who are willing to sacrifice their safety and happiness to do the "right" thing? show less
Most parents sought to protect their children during the bombing of England by German Luftwaffe under the administration of Prime Minister Winston Churchill. In June 1943, King Frederick and Queen Anne seek protection for their three daughters: Alexandra, Victoria and Charlotte. They have fashioned an air raid shelter in former housekeeping quarters but feel that their youngest Charlotte would benefit from being at the countryside due to her severe asthma. Princess Alexandra is 20 years old and being prepared for her duties to assume the throne. Princess Victoria is 19 years old and goes to work at the hospital to show more help the nurses. Princess Charlotte who is 17 years old is sent to the countryside due to her fragile health.
Charlotte assumes the identity of Charlotte White to protect her royal identity. She senses resentment from Lucy the other girl who is also boarding there as the caretakers son becomes interested in Charlotte. Against their better judgment Charlotte and Henry fall in love and are naïve to the future of the war. Little do they realize the lasting effects of their decisions. Secrets and jealousy have a way of causing tragedies which stand to threaten the future reputation and safety of the royal throne if discovered by the wrong person. Are there any honest and morally responsible people who are willing to sacrifice their safety and happiness to do the "right" thing? show less
I received a complimentary digital copy of this book from NetGalley and the publisher in exchange for an unbiased review.
Most parents sought to protect their children during the bombing of England by German Luftwaffe under the administration of Prime Minister Winston Churchill. In June 1943, King Frederick and Queen Anne seek protection for their three daughters: Alexandra, Victoria and Charlotte. They have fashioned an air raid shelter in former housekeeping quarters but feel that their youngest Charlotte would benefit from being at the countryside due to her severe asthma. Princess Alexandra is 20 years old and being prepared for her duties to assume the throne. Princess Victoria is 19 years old and goes to work at the hospital to show more help the nurses. Princess Charlotte who is 17 years old is sent to the countryside due to her fragile health.
Charlotte assumes the identity of Charlotte White to protect her royal identity. She senses resentment from Lucy the other girl who is also boarding there as the caretakers son becomes interested in Charlotte. Against their better judgment Charlotte and Henry fall in love and are naïve to the future of the war. Little do they realize the lasting effects of their decisions. Secrets and jealousy have a way of causing tragedies which stand to threaten the future reputation and safety of the royal throne if discovered by the wrong person. Are there any honest and morally responsible people who are willing to sacrifice their safety and happiness to do the "right" thing? show less
Most parents sought to protect their children during the bombing of England by German Luftwaffe under the administration of Prime Minister Winston Churchill. In June 1943, King Frederick and Queen Anne seek protection for their three daughters: Alexandra, Victoria and Charlotte. They have fashioned an air raid shelter in former housekeeping quarters but feel that their youngest Charlotte would benefit from being at the countryside due to her severe asthma. Princess Alexandra is 20 years old and being prepared for her duties to assume the throne. Princess Victoria is 19 years old and goes to work at the hospital to show more help the nurses. Princess Charlotte who is 17 years old is sent to the countryside due to her fragile health.
Charlotte assumes the identity of Charlotte White to protect her royal identity. She senses resentment from Lucy the other girl who is also boarding there as the caretakers son becomes interested in Charlotte. Against their better judgment Charlotte and Henry fall in love and are naïve to the future of the war. Little do they realize the lasting effects of their decisions. Secrets and jealousy have a way of causing tragedies which stand to threaten the future reputation and safety of the royal throne if discovered by the wrong person. Are there any honest and morally responsible people who are willing to sacrifice their safety and happiness to do the "right" thing? show less
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Danielle Steel was born in New York City on August 14, 1947. She studied literature, design, and fashion design - first at Parsons School of Design and later at New York University. Her first novel, Going Home, was published in 1972. Her other books include The House on Hope Street, The Wedding, Irresistible Forces, Granny Dan, Bittersweet, Mirror show more Image, The Klone and I, The Long Road Home, The Ghost, Special Delivery, The Ranch, His Bright Light, Southern Lights, Blue, Country, The Apartment, Property of a Noble Woman, The Mistress, Dangerous Games, Against All Odds, The Duchess, Fairytale, Fall From Grace, The Cast, The Good Fight, and Turning Point. A number of her novels have made major bestseller lists and have also been adapted into TV movies or miniseries. She also writes children's books including the Max and Martha series. In 2002, she was decorated by the French government as an Officer of the Order des Arts et des Letters for her contributions to world culture. (Bowker Author Biography) show less
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