THE PRINCE’S BRIDE
Historical Romance
AUTHOR:
Charis Michaels
RELEASE DATE:
May 21, 2024
PUBLISHER:
Avon and Harper Voyager, Avon
ISBN/ ASIN NUMBER :
9780063280106
RATING:
4.5
AUTHOR LINK:
https://charismichaels.com/
Lady Marianne “Ryan” Daventry desperately needs to find
her missing betrothed – an exiled French Prince believed to be dead. She
follows the only clue left her: an old letter postmarked near an ancient,
spooky forest. Ryan finds herself rescued by a gruff and reclusive horse
trainer, only to discover he is the prince she is searching for. However, Gabriel
is reluctant to help Ryan escape his cousin’s evil machinations. Can Ryan
convince Gabriel to leave the safety of his forest home? Or will she be forced
to find another way to save her home and her sisters?
Gabriel Reign purposely abandoned his royal persona. He
now lives a modest life in the middle of the forest working with horses. However,
his solitary life is turned upside down when Gabriel rescues a woman from
highwaymen. The lady turns out to be his childhood betrothed. Gabriel
empathizes with Ryan’s plight, but he fears leaving the safety of the forest. Can
Gabriel find the courage to step out of his comfort zone? Will he willingly
assume his old role to protect Ryan?
Ryan surprised me in a delightfully good way. She is a
woman who knows her limitations and accepts them. I admire Ryan’s inner
strength. She would do anything to protect her home and sisters from a
self-absorbed jerk. Ryan even dared to travel alone without protection. What I
liked the most about Ryan is her acceptance of Gabriel’s fear. She understood
his reluctance to leave the forest; she did not berate him but empathized with
him.
I admit I have a weakness for any hero who shares my
youngest son’s name (lol). Even better when that hero is a wounded or tortured
type. Gabriel totally tugged on my heartstrings. He is a survival, one who has
endured such heartrending ordeals. I understand Gabriel’s reasons for becoming
a recluse living in the forest. The author did a good job showing the effects
of his trauma. And I like that Gabriel was not instantly “cured”. Every
milestone he faced was a trial for him.
I am new to this author’s works. Sadly, I did not read
the first book (SAY YES TO THE PRINCESS). I remember looking at it, intrigued
by the synopsis but my review queue was full at the time. My loss, one that I hope
to remedy soon.
However, that aside, it did not hinder my ability to
follow and enjoy the story. The book can easily stand alone. Elise and Killian,
the couple from the first book, play a vital role in the second half of the story.
I am anticipating the next (and final) installment!
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