To Marry a Prince

The Royal Weddings #1

by A.C. Arthur

A royal seduction

Crown prince Kristian DeSaunters has been groomed since birth to take his place as leader of his tropical kingdomwith the proper princess by his side. Never one to lose his control, he's stunned by his attraction to the free-spirited American stylist who arrives at the palace in his father's fiancee's entourage. Soon Kris and Landry Norris are sharing an instant sultry attraction that shows no signs of slowing down.

Landry couldn't turn down the opportunity of a lifetime to dress the princess-to-be on a private Caribbean island. Falling for Kris is definitely not part of her plan, but the independent LA beauty soon finds herself yearning for a fairy-tale ending of her own. Until someone sets out to sabotage the upcoming nuptialsand Landry becomes the prime suspect. Will Kris and Landry be able to stop a hidden enemy bent on destroying the DeSaunters reignand save the possibility of a future together?

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Genres: Romance, Fiction, Harlequin

224 pages, Mass Market Paperback

First published April 18, 2017

About the author

AC Arthur has worked as a paralegal in every field of law since high school, but her first love is and will always be writing romance. She’s written and won awards for her acclaimed Donovans and Shadow Shifters contemporary and paranormal romance series. Under her pen name, Lacey Baker, she created the quaint small town of Sweetland and wrote the novelization for the Original Hallmark Channel Movie, A Gingerbread Romance.

After years of hosting reader appreciation events, AC created the One Love Reunion, an event designed to bring readers and authors together to celebrate their love of books.

AC resides in Maryland with her family, where she’s currently working on her next book…or watching Criminal Minds.

Reviews

[Joyce M. H. · Rating 5 out of 5]

I received a copy of "To Marry A Prince" from the author "A.C. Arthur" in exchange for my honest review.

I don't want to give to much away about "To Marry A Prince" all I can say it that A.C. has done it again. This is a great love story.

This was truly a love story for both Landry Norris and Crown Prince Kristian Rafferty DeSaunters.
Kristian believed in fairytales because when he was younger his mom would tell him bedtime stories that were fairytales, Landry didn't believe in fairytales because she just couldn't seem to grasp a prince falling for a ordinary citizen.

Landry was a stylist to Hollywoods's most glamorous women and debonair men.
Crown Prince Kristian Rafferty DeSaunters, Roland is the younger brother who has left palace details to Kris as he does things that a fun and then there is Samantha the baby of the family who has taken on the role as lady of the palace.

Malayka Sampson is a american and is engaged to the prince of Grand Serenity Kris, Roland and Sam's father. She hires Landry as her personal stylist. From the moment Kris sees Landry he is totally smitten with her. He begins to request her presences at dinner where no other person that works at the palace has ever attended. Malayka is not happy at about. It doesn't bother Kris's sibling because want him to be happy and they see him watching Landry's every move.

From the very beginning there seems to mystery surrounding the palace once Malayka arrives. Kris nor his siblings seem to care for Malayka but they know their father loves her so they go along with it.
I can't help wonder that there is something more to Malayka, she seems to be upto something and it doesn't appear to be good.

Can't wait for book 2 due in June which will be Samantha's story "Loving The Princess" the baby of the family and book 3 due in July Roland "Prince Ever After" the middle child of the family. So glad all three books are back to back.

[Pat · Rating 5 out of 5]

" To Finding Love With A Prince "

I love the story line of Landry and Kristian it was a very good book love romance novel because I get to travel with the characters in the story lines, this book was fantastic impossible to put down. received it on Tuesday and finish it that night. it was irresistible the chemistry was strong from the beginning between Kris and Landry at their first meeting what a great story from beginning to end , but she didn't mention if Prince Rafe married Malayka and if she was part of the plot to destroy the family she left me in suspense I didn't like Malayka don't want the Prince to marry her she wouldn't be a good princess she is to shallow. can't wait to read about the next chapter in the Royal Wedding with the prince and the princess can't wait to get started reading the next two novels....
" I received a copy of this book from the author in exchange for my honest review "

[Cynthia Taylor · Rating 4 out of 5]

True love can prevail - even over stubborn and decisive opinions. Kristina and Landry face insurmountable obstacles, and no ones journey is easy, but theirs is especially hard! Kudos, AC Arthur for inspiring stubborn souls!

"I received a copy of this book from the author in exchange for my honest review. "

[Matysha · Rating 4 out of 5]

This series beginner was a good read! Watching Kris & Landry fall for each other when they weren't expecting it was a treat. But of course it wouldn't be an AC Arthur story if there wasn't a little mystery playing out in the background and like always she didn't disappoint so you that element is going to keep on the edge of your seat. While I know there's where it kept me. I can't wait to see how it continues to unfold in book 2. If you looking for a new author to check out this may be the book for you start you on a the path of being an AC Arthur fan! I give this 2 thumbs up & would definitely recommend this story!

[Coral · Rating 4 out of 5]

Plot: 4/5
Characterisation: 4.5/5
Prose: 4/5
How much I enjoyed it: 4/5

[Books and Spoons · Rating 4 out of 5]

With the royal flair and every fashionista dream, the author takes the readers to a tropical paradise, where dreams do come true, after some real life compromises and conflicts.
To Marry a Prince is a true modern day fairytale.
Landry Norris is a stylist for the few selected customers, and her latest job - to style the future Princess. She is outspoken, independent, a modern-thinking professional woman who knows what she wants, and has her goals outlined. Not one of those goals includes a fling, or a relationship, or a prince.
Crown Prince Kristian DeSaunters fell for the stylist, Landry Norris, with the first glance of her picture. He is trying to deal with the engagement of his father, with all the responsibilities he carries, with everything his title brings his way, and all he himself considers as his task to take care of, he has no time for romance, attraction, or a fling, but the pull for Landry is unavoidable.
The relationship between the royal siblings is open, warm, and uncomplicated. I liked the family-centered attitude of the characters.
This story is pure entertainment, with Royal events, a little danger, a little malice, and lots of love, passion, beauty, and fashion. It made me smile and the tropical scenery was just like from a dream vacation. To Marry a Prince is the first book in the series and sets the stage for the future books to come. Some of the issues happening on the island were not solved in this book, I assume they will ride through the series causing threats and conflicts to the Royal family.
Beautifully picturesque mental images in a well written, smoothly flowing love story, a perfect summer read for the fashion loving romance readers!
~ Four Spoons

[Celeste · Rating 4 out of 5]

Landry and Kristian perfect mix match

Romance, suspense and intrigue, is what can be described by the latest work of A.C. Arthur in To Marry a Prince.

Keep elements to look for while reading To Marry a Prince are the interactions between Kristian, Roland and Samantha, they will become pivotal in understanding the royal family dynamics. As each of the roles being defined in the royal family one sees how it shaped their outlook on life and relationships.

In comes Landry a constant professional who deals with life and love on her own terms. Taking the modern day woman approach to career and love. Her little bit of cynicism makes for an interesting backstory when her and Kristian comes together.

It's a story of following your heart despite the station in life. You'll laugh, you'll root for Kristian and Landry relationship. It's a little mystery as the family plot is thickening.

[Jeanie Jackson · Rating 4 out of 5]

Let me start by saying that I became attached enough to the characters that I am looking forward to reading the book Sam and Roland's stories. That being said, I greatly enjoyed the book for the most part but I found it easier to connect to his brother and sister than I did to Kris. To a great extent that if probably because his royal training and his need to do everything thing so right makes him come across a bit still. We don't discover how deep seated the need is or the reason for it until late in the book. It is obvious that Kris and Landry have real feelings for one another but both refuse to believe that their is any chance for a future so sex between them whole passionate has the feeling of a one night stand. A mystery floats through the background and while part of it is wrapped up it is sure to arc into the other two books. With the short term wrap up it doesn't not have the feeling of a cliff hanger but it does encourage me to continue the short series until the end.

Although I receive a copy of the book from the author, the opinion stated is all my own.

[Meagan · Rating 3 out of 5]

Appealing characters, frustrating pacing.

Others will tell you the story, so I'm going to talk about craft here. The pacing at the beginning was a little slow. While I was reading the first two or three chapters I felt that there was too much backstory. A little while later, by chapter 4 or 5, that paid off when I felt like, oh, I understand what this means to the character. However, by chapter 6 I was skipping whole paragraphs, reading just the first line of four or five paragraphs in a row to get to the next interesting part (even during sex scenes). I was reminded of Elmore Leonard's assertion that he always tried to write only the parts that readers wouldn't skip. I'm not sure how this author managed to write so many skippable parts in such a short novel. The parts I read, I liked. The story itself was good. I liked the characters. But I skipped about five chapters and only read the last three and didn't feel like I missed anything.

[Dafort · Rating 4 out of 5]

I enjoyed Landry and Kristian’s story. Landry was only on the island to ensure her client wear a fabulous wedding gown for her upcoming nuptials. Never in her wildest dreams did she think she would meet someone as striking as Kristian DeSaunters nor was she looking for a relationship. Kristian wasn’t expecting the instant attraction he felt when he first laid eyes on Landry. The two give in to the attraction but realize it may not work at they are both from two different worlds. Throw in someone trying to stop the upcoming nuptials and there Kristian finds himself in a dilemma. He needs to focus on finding the enemy and not on his love life. I can’t wait for the next installment.

[Felice Foster · Rating 4 out of 5]

Royal

The first in the Royal Weddings series, To Marry a Prince, feature Kristian and Landry. Kristina has been fascinated with Landry since seeing her photo in an employment file. Landry has installment feelings for Kristian upon meeting him the first time. He's a Prince and she's not impressed.

Loved the chemistry between the two leads. The other royal siblings also keep this book moving. There's a secondary storyline regarding who is targeting the family that also kept me reading into the night to find out who did it. A good read.

[Karen · Rating 5 out of 5]

I thoroughly enjoyed reading Kristian and Landry's love story! She's a woman that speaks her mind and she could care less that he was royalty. He is a serious, no-nonsense Prince that would one day rule his Island and he took his job seriously, that is until he laid eyes on Landry! Opposites attract indeed because he's a man of very few words, while Landry is filled with them because she's outspoken! INSTANT attraction!!! Awesome read!

[Toni · Rating 4 out of 5]

A page turner. Landry is an American stylist trying to complete a job for the reigning Prince's fiancée. Crown Prince Kristian rarely loses control, but he's attracted to Landry. A Caribbean island is the setting and someone is out to sabotage the upcoming wedding and destroy the reign of the DeSaunters.

[Jennifer · Rating 4 out of 5]

To Marry A Prince is a nice, fast, romantic read. The female lead is strong and independent, adding a happy twist to the traditional girl meets prince story. There's a small amount of suspense involved with the royal family, but overall the focus is on the romance between the two leads as they get to know each other.

[Selina Durio · Rating 4 out of 5]

New trilogy to me

This is a first installment in this trilogy. It was a good prince/princess read. It included a fair amount of action and left me with questions that will have me reading the next installment. Some of the parts of this story were predictable, like the spare son that is a wild child, while others were unique.

[CaroMommie · Rating 5 out of 5]

A lovely read on a lazy day if you've got one. The only problem is, the books in this series are linked by a plot, & it's not completely revealed in this book. So you must read on.

Other than that the story between the two lead characters was thrilling & resolved by book's end. Enjoy

[Kyra Gates · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great story but did I read too fast

Did prince Rafe get married? Some missing pieces. I gave this a four because it ended to quick. So I’m headed to book 2. Maybe that’s where I’ll find my answers

[Tigger · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.75 stars

loved the story

looking forward to the next book

[Donna Scoggins · Rating 4 out of 5]

Life With a Prince

Landry is independent, intelligent, and opinionated. What characteristics does Kris bring to the relationship? Read the drama, suspense, and royal happenings!

[Lee Holden, E. · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent read

Excellent read, I liked the characters and the storyline. Kris and Landry are a good match. I recommend this book.

[Leigh-Anne Ford Lyons · Rating 5 out of 5]

Royalty

Love is love no matter who you are or what your title is. A.C. Arthur really nailed this story, I truly enjoyed this romantic story.

[Deena · Rating 3 out of 5]

Cute story. Loved the characters and the setting. Looking forward to finding out what's up with Miss Malayka.

[Jonea · Rating 3 out of 5]

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[Authoress Nikqua · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book! I enjoyed it!

[Marsha · Rating 3 out of 5]

Marrying a prince or other member of royalty is a lovely dream, one that every woman who’s ever seen a Disney movie will recognize. It’s what’s called a Cinderella trope, a vision of a tall, strong, handsome, rich man who’ll sweep down and whisk a woman off to a luxury, stress-free, pampered lifestyle, one that’ll answer her every need, want and desire. It’s also a dream that modern-day women have been taught to eschew as belonging to a bygone age when a woman’s only worth was whether she could marry well.

Meet Malayka Sampson, who’s within reach of just such a dream. She’s going to marry a royal head of state. Her future husband is enthralled with her while his children are wary and distrustful, especially since FBI, CIA and other law enforcement can’t find any trace of her that goes back more than a few years. Malayka isn’t above throwing around her weight, assuming a proprietorial air, making demands and issuing orders even though she’s yet to get that ring on her finger. She’s demanding, snide (at least when her beau isn’t around), petty and quick to find fault.

Her polar opposite is Landry Norris, Malayka’s free-spirited, outspoken dresser. Landry is sure of her mind, decisive, intelligent, caring with an eye for fashion and detail. She shudders at the idea of becoming any man’s housewife. She’s got a lucrative career, one she’s hellbent on keeping, and she’s not going to become any guy’s girl…much less that of a rigid prince who acts like he’s got a stick up his butt.

Yet Prince Kristian is totally hot and commanding, just what you’d expect. For the most part, Landry isn’t completely swept away by him so much as her new surroundings in his father’s palace. She’s too committed to her career to hop into bed with him at the first opportunity. But, oh, the sparks are flying, and the first time she confronts him about getting into a pool, he loses control and so does she.

But the anticipated sexual encounter doesn’t happen right away. They both know such tomfoolery is a bad idea. He’s a native. She’s an American. He’s royalty. She’s a commoner. He’s got duties and priorities involving the palace. Her duties involve her various clients abroad and building her business. He’s been bred all his life to be responsible and she wants a career and a life of her own, one that doesn’t revolve around any man.

When the sex finally happens, they are not entirely swept away in the moment (condoms are used, thank goodness). They both revel in the palpable attraction while mindful of how necessary secrecy and discretion is. Far from being a sordid affair, they understand how it can’t last but be a lovely and pleasant interlude.

Yet Landry and Kristian are made for each other. They both bring a special intensity and need for one another neither has alone. I actually wanted this prince and this sassy Cinderella to get their happy ending. As royal romances, this is one of the better ones.

[Maria Jenkins · Rating 5 out of 5]

I received a copy of this book from the author in exchange for an honest review.

I thought the book would be predictable, but Landry and Prince Kristian keep me guessing on what they going were going to do next. I liked that. I practically loved how the author introduced us to the fantastic world of royals. The island description made me want to be there. The characters were intriguing and entice you to want to know them better. I like the mystery of "who done it" aspect of the book, however you have to keep reading the series to get more clues. Overall, I enjoyed story and look forward to next book.

Happy Reading!

[Tonya Harrison · Rating 5 out of 5]

I absolutely loved this book! This love story of the prince and the stylist was wonderful. I enjoyed the way she was herself with the prince. The prince didn't want to fall in love with her, but he couldn't help himself. I received a copy of this book from the author in exchange for my honest review.

[Deborah Ross · Rating 5 out of 5]

An awesome read. AC Arthur really brought the characters Landry Norris and Prince Kristian DeSaunters to life. The private island Grand Serenity is fictional but she brings the island feel to you. Kristian learned how to be a man that could love that special woman that was not afraid to show him how to have a good time and to not back down from him. I read it in one day. I can't wait to read the rest of The Royal Wedding series.

I received a copy of this book from the author in exchange for my honest review.

[Melaney Warner · Rating 4 out of 5]

Love the DeSaunters family !!!!

I am looking forward to reading the next book in this series, Loving The Princess. Prince Kristian and Landry the stylist relationship was a perfect match. Landry made Kristian realize that he could have love, and the life of a royal prince. The other royal siblings all have unique personalities that I enjoyed reading about. I can't wait to read about how they find love. The Caribbean island they lived on, also makes me want to book a trip this summer to an island. Waiting patiently for the other Royal weddings, and to see how the newlyweds Kristian and Landry are doing.

I received a copy of this book from the author in exchange for my honest review.
Melaney Warner

[Jennifer Copeland · Rating 5 out of 5]

To Marry A Prince was Fabulous read!! I couldn't put the book down. I enjoyed the story between Landry and Prince Kristian!! This book had it all romance and suspense!! I cannot wait until the next book in the series comes out. I definitely recommend To Marry A Prince!!

I received a copy of this book from the author in exchange for my honest review.