The Princess (Montgomery/Taggert)

Oh my goodness, this book is so freaking good. Wow it is a little like the movie Overboard with Goldie Hawn and Kurt Russell. .Only without Aria losing her memory. I am coming to love this Montgomery/Taggert family. I loved how from their initially meeting that Jurl was attracted and protective of Aria. The longer she was away from Lanconia the warmer she became and she the more independent. Jarl needed to learn that you can't talk years of training to become a "royal" and then overnight conduct oneself like a "commoner". Yes, in the 1940's royalty were pretty useless, but Aria proved to be courageous and resilient in a foreign country. I believe that people are capable of learning and doing many things when put to the test. To read about how Aria was passing herself off as a obnoxious American was so over the top funny. Yet, it was freely for her to be able to relax from the strictures of position. Jarl was a very proud and stubborn man. It hurt him to be mistreated by Aria whenever she went into her Princess mode. You could feel his anger at being manipulated by his country in order for America to get its hands on that vandinum. Aria too in many ways was used by her country to ensure its economic future. Once Jarl got to Lanconia he came to appreciate the beauty of the country and its people. He came to understand the enormous responsibilities Aria held as a future monarch. He would go onto help Aria get to know her people's needs on a more personal level. The people had renewed respect for their future queen and wanted Jarl for their king as he desired to make their country prosperous. This couple showed remarkable growth in character.

I love her books. Timeless love always intertwined with love, joy, heartbreak and purpose. All the characters seem to come alive and you feel like you know them.

After reading the first few pages, I was left wondering what happened to Ms. Deveraux's writing talents. Boy, was I wrong... I persevered and kept reading, only to be so involved that I couldn't put it down. I ended up reading the entire book in three days. I guess during that time I neglected my household duties a bit. I knew I was reaching the end of the story, but wanted more. I'd recommend this book with the suggestion that the reader get past those first pages, as it turns into a very enjoyable read. I loved the mystery surrounding the princess and how she was open to learning a new way to live, and the surprise who-dun-it.

This was. Reread I read this book many years ago but forgot what a great romantic story it is. I enjoyed it from beginning to end. Jude Deversux always delivers.

I have been reading Jude Deveraux books for years and I always enjoy them. They are fun and sweet and a getaway from daily life. I appreciate the easy read and let it take me away to another place and time and this book was no different. Highly recommend if you want something light with an HEA.

The Princess is very entertaining, and fast moving. Including the events of the two countries during the years of 1942-1944 and the struggles of the young people involved trying to contribute to the good of the of their nations and to mature into adults themselves. Contains some grammatical errors.

I basically grew up watching my Mom & Aunts reading Jude Deveraux’s books! Eventually I started reading about the Montgomery / Taggert families… 20+ books & 30 years later and these stories are like beloved old friends. I now have Kindle copies instead of paperback editions…but the stories still stand the test of time. Thank you, Jude! For a lifetime of love & entertainment…

I have read other books in this series but it has been many years since my last read. Certain things seem to be exaggerated in this story: a Princess, Aria, who won't allow anyone to touch her when she has just been rescued from drowning and no one but her rescuer is around. Really? And she is described as smart but can't figure out the difference between one-hundred dollar bills and one-dollar bills when she goes to tip the redcap? She can't figure out how to unbutton her dress - was she blind while her maid unbuttoned those same buttons every day? Laughable that royalty can't pick up a roll - cut and eat with a fork! This was an enjoyable romance but not one which will bear re-reading. Much was predictable but there was a mystery as to which of Aria's relatives was the one trying to assassinate her. The country's economic dilemma seems to be another one of the exaggerations but adds to the story as it provides a reason J. T. Montgomery is needed as a permanent part of the leadership. After being "persuaded" to marry her by the US government, J. T. only wants to get Aria back to her own country and is only too happy to give her over to her "fiancé" but then sabotages her meetings with that man. Interesting relatives who seem to have no real reason to be hanging around. None of them even make public appearances? And then the country's main source of income, their grape/wine production, is in jeopardy because of a drought. Added to this is the fact that the country's youth are forced to leave to seek jobs elsewhere. Does no one in this country learn about economics, agriculture or leadership? Are they all puppets? The sale of a Lanconia's vanadium is given as the only viable way to save the country's economic crisis but to whom will they sell such during WWII. Montgomery family to the rescue!