The Rose Colored Prince: A Modern Fairytale Based On True Events

by Priscilla Salcedo

In the midst of a worldwide pandemic, "The Rose Colored Prince" tells the captivating and true story of Patricia, a young woman whose belief in the magic of love is put to the ultimate test. When Patricia meets James, a charismatic figure who seems like the perfect partner, her world is transformed into a rose-tinted fairytale. Both working on the front lines in the medical field, their bond strengthens as they navigate the chaos surrounding them.




However, as James battles a newly diagnosed mental illness, the cracks in their perfect love story begin to show. Patricia becomes his unwavering support, but the strains of his condition and the pressures of their turbulent world challenge their relationship in unforeseen ways. As Patricia uncovers unsettling truths about James' double life, she embarks on a journey of self-discovery, realizing that not all fairytales have a happy ending.




"The Rose Colored Prince" is a poignant exploration of love, mental health, and resilience. This modern fairytale shatters the illusion that love alone can conquer all challenges, offering instead a powerful message about the strength of the human spirit and the importance of self-discovery in the face of reality's imperfections.

200 pages, Paperback

Published June 6, 2024

Reviews

[Katherine Hayward Pérez · Rating 4 out of 5]

Patricia and James' story is interesting, and the inclusion of a pandemic makes it more current. This book creates good awareness of mental illness.

Thanks to Patricia Salcedo.

3.5 stars

I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[☆Laura☆ · Rating 2 out of 5]

Lo estaba disfrutando hasta que llegó la parte del secreto de James y luego Patricia empezó a hacer cosas estúpidas.

Patricia trabaja en un hospital, un día una adivina le leyó su futuro y le le dijo que ese año encontraría el amor. Unos dias después conoce a James, se gustan y empiezan a mandarse mensajes, van a citas, se enamoran, todo es felicidad, amor y pasión.

Todo en su relación parecía ir maravillosamente hasta que descubre algo que la deja con el corazón roto, pero no dejó sentir el dolor y fingió estar bien y desde ese momento aprendió a ocultar sus sentimientos.

La pobre pasó por ese momento en el cada coda que puede salir mal, sale mal. Empatice con Patricia hasta que decidió perdonar a James , seguir en contacto y luego cruzar una línea que jamás debe cruzarse.

El libro es sobre las excusas que se da una amante para estar con un casado.

Me enojó que Patricia en un punto habló mal de ella Elaine, ¿con qué cara se atreve a criticar a la esposa de "novio"?

¿James tuvo que pasar por un proceso de curación después del divorcio? Me estas diciendo que el infiel quien me hizo daño a su esposa, es quien se sentía mal por las consecuencias de sus actos ¿?.


Disfrute cuando se enteró de Alicia y mostró su verdadera cara porque cuando ella era la amante todo está bien y la esposa era la mala que no dejaba al pobre de James,
pero cuando a ella le fueron infiel estuvo mal y la amante era la mala. Recibió una cucharada de su propia medicina. 🫢

Incluso al final no acepta que le hizo daño a Elaine y se hace la muy espiritual diciendo que aunque amó a James ahora se da cuenta de que no cultivó su amor propio y que actuó en busca de su cuento de hadas.

James es una basura y espero que algún día pague todo el dolor que causó.

Thanks to NetGalley, the publisher and the author for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.

[Sue · Rating 5 out of 5]

Hold onto your heartstrings, folks, because The Rose Colored Prince is about to take you on an emotional rollercoaster! This ain't your typical fairytale romance—nope, it's a raw and real journey through love's highs and lows. Patricia and James might seem like the perfect couple, but trust me, their story is anything but predictable. From heart-fluttering moments to gut-wrenching twists, this book had me hooked from the first page. So grab a bowl of ice-cream and get ready for a wild ride through the maze of love and life! 🌹❤️

[Abigail L. · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Rose Colored Prince is a wonderful tale of love and resilience amidst life's uncertainties. Patricia's journey resonated with me deeply as she navigated the complexities of relationships and confronted the harsh realities of mental illness. What drew me in was the raw honesty of the narrative and the way it beautifully portrayed the strength of the human spirit in the face of adversity. This book reminded me that true love isn't always perfect but can still be incredibly powerful and transformative.

[strawbreekiwi · Rating 2 out of 5]

When I read I want to escape reality. I know it was only a short/small section but the addition of the pandemic and BLM/GF really just ruined the book for me. I don’t want to step away from my day to sit down and continue to read a political agenda that has already been shoved down the nation’s throats for the last 4 years. If it weren’t for that this would be getting a 4.5/5 review from because I thoroughly enjoyed everything else and have never read a book with this ending.

[Holly · Rating 5 out of 5]

This story will keep you turning pages and intrigued.
Yes, the life could throw a lot in your face, good relationship, betrayal and disappointment,happiness and peace, sickness and wealth,abuse and loss
Wonderful written story shows that reality is not rosy all the time.
As we follow the story that is upsetting and uplifting but that is life story.

I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Elena S. · Rating 5 out of 5]

Patricia's journey through love and betrayal is beautifully written and deeply moving. The author captures the essence of what it means to love someone deeply, even when faced with the most challenging circumstances. The book's exploration of mental health issues within a romantic relationship is handled with great sensitivity and realism.

[Janie Graybeal · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really enjoyed this book. A lot of the contents resonated with me as I too am bipolar with severe anxiety and depression. I understood where both Patricia and James stood is their fight with mental health, so this book was really relatable for me.

I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Theresas · Rating 5 out of 5]

Perfect summer read! This book had me laughing, crying, angry then happy all over again. The raw emotion written in this book makes it relatable and gets you invested in the characters. Enjoyable read.

[Jeanne Richardson · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the first book I've read written by Princilla Salcedo; I can’t wait to read more of her books.

This is part of the Rose Colored Garden; it is a stand-alone . The story is about Patricia & James.

[MEAGEN · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book did not turn out as I expected, but does life ever turn out what you expect of it? I felt the pain, honesty, conflict, comfort, self-love, and growth through my time reading. I enjoyed this book more than I thought I would!

[Zoelynn Lugo · Rating 4 out of 5]

A cleverly written book with in-depth characters and a strong take on how a toxic relationship can affect your life. I HATE the main love interest and think he deserves to rot in hell but I enjoyed the realistic manner of a relationship that is portrayed in this book.