Romancing the Throne

Gr 7 Up—Sisters Charlotte and Libby Weston both fall for Edward, the prince of Britain and heir to the throne. Set in modern-day England, this contemporary novel takes place at the sisters' fancy boarding school, where Edward is also a student. The plot takes a long time to build up to the main conflict—the scandal that occurs approximately halfway through the book when Libby "takes" Prince Edward away from Charlotte—but it begins to pick up after that. Courtney's writing style is descriptive, and the premise is romantic, which will win over many teens. The setup and the character development are refreshing and enjoyable. Protagonists have their own personalities, which makes them memorable and distinguishable. In addition to dealing with the main conflict, the sisters and their friends also face typical high school drama. More character focused than plot-driven, this fun, easy read will interest those looking for a sweet romance with nuanced sister relationships.