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MY REVIEW:<\/strong><\/p>\n

To Love a Prince<\/strong> is for all those grown up little girls who ever dreamed of being a princess. It is a tale of one such little girl who actually spent her childhood with the princes of the kingdom as playmates until suddenly she found herself banished from the castle and therefore from their lives. As an adult she encounters Prince Gus unexpectedly and finds to her surprise that her dreams are still alive but just as hopeless as ever. Or are they?<\/p>\n

I have always loved books by Rachel Hauck with the supernatural, romance, and spiritual truth blended with the perfect balance of wonder, whimsy, and humor. To Love a Prince<\/strong> did not disappoint. A story filled with family secrets, renewed friendship, mishaps, and a royally inappropriate romance, every page was a new discovery. I loved the unusual characters of Adelaide and Emmanuel and how the lives of Gus and Daffodil were touched by them, especially how Gus was guided back to his faith by the influence of Emmanuel.<\/p>\n

This is a wonderful story of love and forgiveness and learning not only the importance of truth but the discovery of exactly who we are in Christ. As always I recommend this book as well as any other by this author.<\/p>\n

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I voluntarily reviewed a copy of this book provided by Celebrate Lit. A favorable review was not required. All views expressed are my own.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

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ABOUT THE BOOK:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Book:\u00a0 <\/strong>To Love a Prince<\/p>\n

Author: <\/strong>Rachel Hauck<\/p>\n

Genre:\u00a0<\/b> Royal Romance<\/p>\n

Release Date: <\/strong>August 11, 2020<\/p>\n

Click here<\/a> to get your copy!<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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An enchanting new royal romance from NYT bestselling author Rachel Hauck<\/p>\n

Daffodil Caron is not a princess, even though she once dreamed of being one. After all, she grew up as a playmate to royal princes, running through the halls of Perrigwynn Palace and dining with the queen. But the day she stumbled upon a royal secret, everything changed.<\/p>\n

Flash forward eighteen years, and Daffy\u2019s living a sweet, non-royal life. A skilled art curator for the Royal Trust, she has friends, a flat in the heart of the city, and a handsome, successful fianc\u00e9e. The last person on her mind is Gus, a prince she once called her best mate.<\/p>\n

HRH Prince Augustus is no longer \u201cPrince Pudgy,\u201d as caricaturized by the press, he\u2019s charming and gorgeous, possessing a world-famous smile. But when he\u2019s jilted at the altar by an American heiress as millions of people around the world watched, the spare heir to Lauchtenland\u2019s ancient House of Blue escapes, finding solace on a Florida beach.<\/p>\n

A year as a regular bloke allows him to rethink his purpose. He\u2019s half decided his calling is to pour pints at a tiki bar, rather than serving his country and the Family.<\/p>\n

Until an accident on the beach with a Frisbee changes his course.<\/p>\n

Despite his long hair and beard, Daffy recognizes her prince, and their childhood friendship is renewed. She assures Gus Lauchtenland needs him, giving him the courage to return home.<\/p>\n

When Daffy and Gus find themselves on assignment to Hadsby Castle in preparation for his brother\u2019s wedding, their friendship blooms into affection.<\/p>\n

But Gus cannot, will not, trust his heart again. Daffy\u2019s engaged. And she also remains a royal family outcast because she knows the Queen\u2019s secret.<\/p>\n

When affection grows into love and secrets are exposed, trust is destroyed. Gus must choose which is stronger: the lies of his past or the hope of his future. And Daffy must face every fear to prove she will forever love a prince.<\/p>\n

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\u201cAnother compelling royal story by the master of princely tales!\u201d\u00a0 Susan May Warren, USA Today<\/em> bestselling, RITA award-winning novelist<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

ABOUT THE AUTHOR:<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"\"Rachel Hauck<\/strong> is an award winning, New York Times, USA Today and Wall Street Journal bestselling author.<\/p>\n

Her book The Wedding Dress<\/em> was named Inspirational Novel of the Year by Romantic Times Book Reviews<\/em>. She is a double RITA finalist, and a Christy and Carol Award Winner.<\/p>\n

Her book, Once Upon A Prince<\/em>, first in the Royal Wedding Series<\/em>, was filmed for an Original Hallmark movie.<\/p>\n

Rachel has been awarded the prestigious Career Achievement Award for her body of original work by Romantic Times Book Reviews<\/em>.<\/p>\n

A member of the Executive Board for American Christian Fiction Writers<\/em>, she teaches workshops and leads worship at the annual conference. She is a past Mentor of The Year.<\/p>\n

At home, she\u2019s a wife, writer, worship leader and works out at the gym semi-enthusiastically.<\/p>\n

A graduate of Ohio State University (Go Bucks!) with a degree in Journalism, she\u2019s a former sorority girl and a devoted Ohio State football fan. Her bucket list is to stand on the sidelines with Ryan Day.<\/p>\n

She lives in sunny central Florida with her husband and ornery cat.<\/p>\n

MORE FROM RACHEL:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Hello Royal Rockstar Readers!<\/p>\n

\"\"I\u2019m thrilled to share To Love A Prince<\/em> with you. So many of you who loved the Royal Wedding Series have asked for more royals so as I noodled over new story ideas, my thoughts drifted toward princes and princesses. What\u2019s more romantic than a royal wedding?<\/p>\n

This royal story, the first book in a new series, True Blue Royal<\/em>, is set in a new fictional country, Lauchtenland, in the North Sea. I\u2019m really squeezing all those oil wells currently occupying that body of water.<\/p>\n

The beauty of royal stories is they remind us of who we really are: princes and princesses. There is always a point in the story where the royal character, as well as the commoner, must come to grips with his and her true identity! Who God says we are!<\/p>\n

Stories are a powerful reflection of life and it\u2019s fun to insert ourselves into the tale. While fiction employs a lot of hyperbole we can find ourselves on the page somewhere, somehow.<\/p>\n

Thanks for going on this little tour with me and To Love A Prince<\/em>.\u00a0You are so vital to my story as an author. Thank you!<\/p>\n

Yours,<\/p>\n

Rachel<\/p>\n

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BLOG STOPS:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Worthy2Read<\/a>, September 10<\/p>\n

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Genesis 5020<\/a>, September 10<\/p>\n

Novels Corner<\/a>, September 10<\/p>\n

Connect in Fiction<\/a>, September 11<\/p>\n

Debbie\u2019s Dusty Deliberations<\/a>, September 11<\/p>\n

deb\u2019s Book Review<\/a>, September 11<\/p>\n

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Breny and books<\/a>, September 12<\/p>\n

Texas Book-aholic<\/a>, September 12<\/p>\n

Inklings and notions<\/a>, September 12<\/p>\n

For Him and My Family<\/a>, September 13<\/p>\n

Artistic Nobody<\/a>, September 13 (Guest Review from Joni Truex)<\/p>\n

Because I said so \u2014 and other adventures in Parenting<\/a>, September 13<\/p>\n

The Book Chic Blog<\/a>, September 13<\/p>\n

Among the Reads<\/a>, September 14<\/p>\n

Soulfully Romantic<\/a>, September 14<\/p>\n

Ashley\u2019s Bookshelf<\/a>, September 14<\/p>\n

Sara Jane Jacobs<\/a>, September 14<\/p>\n

Abba\u2019s Prayer Warrior Princess<\/a>, September 15<\/p>\n

lakesidelivingsite<\/a>, September 15<\/p>\n

All-of-a-kind Mom<\/a>, September 15<\/p>\n

Reflections From My Bookshelves<\/a>, September 15<\/p>\n

Betti Mace<\/a>, September 16<\/p>\n

Where Faith and Books Meet<\/a>, September 16<\/p>\n

Mypreciousbitsandmusings<\/a>, September 16<\/p>\n

Blossoms and Blesssings<\/a>, September 16<\/p>\n

She Lives To Read<\/a>, September 17<\/p>\n

Wishful Endings<\/a>, September 17<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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Christian Chick\u2019s Thoughts<\/a>, September 17<\/p>\n

Life of Literature<\/a>, September 17<\/p>\n

Life, Love, Writing<\/a>, September 17<\/p>\n

Book Love<\/a>, September 18 (Guest Review from Donna Cline)<\/p>\n

Maureen Timerman<\/a>, September 18<\/p>\n

Batya\u2019s Bits<\/a>, September 18<\/p>\n

Labor Not in Vain<\/a>, September 18<\/p>\n

Bigreadersite<\/a>, September 19<\/p>\n

Hallie Reads<\/a>, September 19<\/p>\n

Jeanette\u2019s Thoughts<\/a>, September 19<\/p>\n

Splashes of Joy<\/a>, September 19<\/p>\n

Christian Bookaholic<\/a>, September 20<\/p>\n

Musings of A Sassy Bookish Mama<\/a>, September 20<\/p>\n

Book Bites, Bee Stings, & Butterfly Kisses<\/a>, September 20<\/p>\n

Happily Managing a Household of Boys<\/a>, September 20<\/p>\n

Inside the Wong Mind<\/a>, September 21<\/p>\n

By The Book<\/a>, September 21<\/p>\n

Mary Hake<\/a>, September 21<\/p>\n

Godly Book Reviews<\/a>, September 21<\/p>\n

Hebrews 12 Endurance<\/a>, September 22<\/p>\n

Melissa Wardwell\u2019s Back Porch Reads<\/a>, September 22<\/p>\n

Livin\u2019 Lit<\/a>, September 22<\/p>\n

Writing from the Heart Land<\/a>, September 22<\/p>\n

Simple Harvest Reads<\/a>, September 23 (Guest Review from Mindy Houng)<\/p>\n

Mamma Loves Books<\/a>, September 23<\/p>\n

Daysong Reflections<\/a>, September 23<\/p>\n

Black \u2018n\u2019 Gold Girl\u2019s Book Spot<\/a>, September 23<\/p>\n

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GIVEAWAY:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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To celebrate her tour, Rachel is giving away\u00a0a royal gift box of Pampering Princess items that includes bath balms, tea, tiara and other surprises!!<\/p>\n

Be sure to comment on the blog stops for nine extra entries into the giveaway! Click the link below to enter.<\/p>\n

https:\/\/promosimple.com\/ps\/10098\/to-love-a-prince-celebration-tour-giveaway<\/a><\/p>\n

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