Between a Rock and a Royal: Kings of Carolina - Book 1
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Between a Rock and a Royal: Kings of Carolina - Book 1

Paperback – August 26, 2018

Price
$11.99
Format
Paperback
Pages
242
Publisher
Rolling Hearts Press
Publication Date
ISBN-13
978-1947853041
Dimensions
5 x 0.55 x 8 inches
Weight
8.6 ounces

Description

"Everything about this book was engaging, exciting, and burst-out-laughing funny. From the unpredictability of their grand adventure to the steaminess of their building relationship, I loved it all. Smart characters who did crazy but believable things with a premise that left me smiling for days." -- P.E. Kavanagh, Author "The dialogue is fun and snappy, the sex scenes are hot, and the chemistry between Ruby and Leo is combustible." -- Romance Rehab "Stewart is brilliant at writing romantic comedies" -- Rae's Reading Lounge USA Today bestselling author Sylvie Stewart is addicted to Romantic Comedy and Contemporary Romance, and she's not looking for a cure. She hails from the great state of North Carolina, so it's no surprise that most of her books are set in the Tar Heel state. She's a wife to a hilarious dude and mommy to ten-year-old twin boys who tend to take after their father in every way. Sylvie often wonders if they're actually hers, but then she remembers being a human incubator for a gazillion months. Ah, good times. Sylvie began publishing when her kids started elementary school, and she loves sharing her stories with readers and hopefully making them laugh and swoon a bit along the way. If she's not in her comfy green writing chair, she's probably camping or kayaking with her family or having a glass of wine while binge-watching Hulu. Or she's been kidnapped-so what are you doing just sitting there?!!

Features & Highlights

  • Two foreign princes, one local girl in a serious jam, and a ’65 Mustang headed for Georgia. What could go wrong?
  • LEO:
  • My brother likes to think he’s the clever one, and I usually let him. He’s the crown prince, after all. But he’s cocked things up royally this time, pardon the pun. It will take some quick thinking and a heavy dose of luck, but I’ll pull us out of it. Even if it means putting my trust in a stranger … a tempting stranger who carries a wrench and an attitude.
  • RUBY:
  • I knew before I even agreed that this would be a bad idea. But given my circumstances, I had little choice but to take these rich country-club rejects up on their offer. A ride in exchange for the money my uncle and I owe. How bad could it be? I’m sure I’ll survive and hopefully fix my problems in the process, but my heart might not be so lucky.
  • Fans of Penny Reid and R.S. Grey will love Between a Rock and a Royal.
  • Grab your copy now and start the sexy, laugh-out-loud Kings of Carolina Series today!

Customer Reviews

Rating Breakdown

★★★★★
30%
(197)
★★★★
25%
(165)
★★★
15%
(99)
★★
7%
(46)
23%
(151)

Most Helpful Reviews

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I need more stars!

This book took me completely by surprise. On the surface, it looked like a sweet story of a girl and a prince that might be charming at best, clichéd at worst. I was completely wrong. The writing here is some of the best quality I’ve seen among top romance authors. It’s clean, crisp, clever, and funny. Stewart has NAILED the mannerisms and speaking of the royal brothers so keenly that they burst through the page. And that spunky heroine was one of the most empowering young women I’ve read. Stewart’s adept use of language, description, and dialogue made her feel REAL to me.

Everything about this book was engaging, exciting, and burst-out-laughing funny. From the unpredictability of their grand adventure to the steaminess of their building relationship, I loved it all. Smart characters who did crazy but believable things with a premise that left me smiling for days.

Do yourself a favor and one-click this book. Then repeat on the rest of Sylvie Stewart’s books. That’s what I just did!

I received an advanced copy and this is my honest opinion.
6 people found this helpful
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Absolutely Delicious

Oh my, this one was definitely a cut above and over the top. Clever, snappy, witty, sensually arousing, engaging--oh, the list on this book can go on and on. Leo was a prince, both literally and figuratively. Ruby was a jewel, both literally and figuratively. The story and the characters meshed so well together. Simply yummy. Yes, wow, it was that good.
I volunteered to review an arc of this book, and I am so glad that I did. Sylvie Stewart has a gift for literary deliciousness.
Don't miss it.
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Ford Mustang and Identical twins. WOW

Book Review: Between a Rock and a Royal
Author: Sylvie Stewart
FIVE STARS
Sylvie Stewart takes us for a nice long ride in a 1965 Ford Mustang with a set of HOT identical twins. Ruby really has no idea what she is getting herself into, all she knows is Malcom offered her 10k for a ride through the mountains and a few days of her time and she desperately needs the money.
Malcom and his identical twin Leo are actually a lot more than they appear. Yes they are twins, yes they are identical and oh yeah, they are princes. Malcom is on the run from his security detail so that he can have some fun before he heads home to take his place as the King.
Leo, being the more level headed of the pair, is trying to keep them all out of trouble and trying to keep Ruby out of his head and heart but is that really possible?
This book does end in a major cliff hanger and I almost hate Sylvie Stewart for this but I know that the next book HAS to be just as great as this one once she releases it, which hopefully is soon.

Kelli Harper
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Love this book

What a way to start a series! His book is absolutely amazing! Witty, fun, love the characters! Sylvie has done it again. A definite must read as are all her books! Can’t wait to read book two in the series!
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So much fun. Highly recommend

Between a Rock and a Royal is Book 1 in the Kings of Carolina Duet.
It is a contemporary romantic comedy told in duel POV and a cliffhanger of sorts, so have book 2 ready.
I can’t praise this story enough. I havnt read anything by the author before and I was so pleasantly surprised with how good this story was. I couldn’t put it down and I wouldn’t change one single thing about it.
I loved the main characters Ruby, Leo and Mal and I adored every character after that and the story arc. It was filled with beautiful relationships, hilarious one liners, sweet and sexy times and some great foreign exchange.
I am counting down to book 2.
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I want more

I wish I could give 10 stars. This book was so much fun. If you want fun, adventure and romance than this is the book for you. I can't wait for more!
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Great Writing and story!

Between a Rock and a Royal pulled me into the story right away with Sylvia Stewart great writing. She has such a knack for telling a story with rich characters that are quirky, funny, vulnerable, and relatable. The dialogue is witty and fast-paced that kept me reading at a fast pace. I am looking forward to reading the next book!
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Great Writing and story!

Between a Rock and a Royal pulled me into the story right away with Sylvia Stewart great writing. She has such a knack for telling a story with rich characters that are quirky, funny, vulnerable, and relatable. The dialogue is witty and fast-paced that kept me reading at a fast pace. I am looking forward to reading the next book!
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Road trip!!

Not one but two hot royals reluctant to rule, a road trip, and a southern American female who is the true ruler, this book is beyond a fun read. It is a keeper. Fasten your seatbelts for a great ride. (I am still "buckled in" waiting for the rest of the story, a.k.a the next book.)
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Holy cliffhanger!

Need book 2 now!!! Always love Sylvie’s characters and this story line - whew! I received this ARC for an honest review.