The Rules of Royalty, Cale Dietrich
The Rules of Royalty, Cale Dietrich
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The Rules of Royalty
A Novel

Author: Cale Dietrich

Narrator: Major Curda, Max Meyers

Unabridged: 10 hr 55 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 12/10/2024

Synopsis

"A must read for all who love, love." —Kosoko Jackson, USA Today Bestselling author of The Forest Demands Its Due

Two princes from neighboring countries fall into a whirlwind royal romance in this sparkling spin on The Princess Diaries by Cale Dietrich.

Act like a prince, but don’t fall for one.

Jamie Johnson has never been the centre of attention, and he’s perfectly okay with that. His entire world unravels as a hidden truth emerges: he's the heir to the throne of Mitanor, a sun-drenched southern European country, and the press is ready to expose this secret to the world. An invitation to spend the summer in his father's palace arrives, giving Jamie a chance to get to know the man he never thought he’d meet.

Meanwhile, in a northern European kingdom known for its cold climate and stoic royals, Erik Lindstrom, the spare prince, grapples with the upcoming marriage of his golden-boy elder brother. With the country’s spotlight trained on his family more than ever, Erik feels sidelined and tightly controlled. So when he receives an offer to tutor the newly found American prince in the ways of royalty, he accepts without hesitation.

At a magnificent summer palace, Erik guides Jamie through the intricacies of royal etiquette, politics, and history. What neither prince anticipates is the connection that sparks between them—one that challenges both of their futures. Now each must make a choice: follow their hearts, or the time-honored royal path where crown and country reigns supreme, no matter the personal cost.

A Macmillan Audio production from Wednesday Books.

About Cale Dietrich

Cale Dietrich is the internationally bestselling author of multiple queer YA books, including THE LOVE INTEREST, THE RULES OF ROYALTY and IF THIS GETS OUT (co-written with Sophie Gonzales). His books have appeared in Entertainment Weekly, been Rainbow List selections and have received multiple starred reviews. He lives with his boyfriend in Brisbane.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Marieke on October 26, 2024

Young Royals meets The Princess Diaries Sometimes, I just need an easy and captivating read. A book that won’t reach deep into my feelings, a story I smile at, main characters I swoon about. A comfort read to sink in and daydream about. A Hallmark-like story. The Rules of Royalty did deliver all of t......more

Goodreads review by Constantine on July 21, 2024

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐ Genre: Contemporary Romance + Young Adult + LGBTQ This is a queer young adult romance. The plot revolves around two princes from different countries who are neighbors. It was inspired by "The Princess Diaries." One of them is Jamie Johnson, who, up until the time he turned seventeen, was c......more

Goodreads review by James on November 08, 2024

Cale Dietrich, author of The Rules of Royalty, was a new find for me on NetGalley. The engaging cover caught my eye, and I was lucky enough to receive an early release. On the plane ride home from California this weekend, I dove in and read the entire novel. A boy turns 17 and learns his father's id......more

Goodreads review by Bethany (Beautifully Bookish Bethany) on November 14, 2024

This was fun! The Rules of Royalty is a gay retelling of The Princess Diaries and is perfect if you want a light-hearted YA romance with fairly low stakes. Jaime grew up as a normal American kid and works a part-time, low-paying job. But on his 17th birthday he finds out that his father is the king......more

Goodreads review by Rebekah on July 11, 2024

1 Sentence Summary: Jamie Johnson lived a totally normal American life until he turns seventeen and learns that he’s actually the prince of Mitanor, a sunny European country, and when his father—the king!—invites him to spend the summer at the palace, Jamie agrees; however, he doesn’t know anything......more

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Praise for The Rules of Royalty:

“Dietrich has written a quintessential gay romance. Everything about it—its tantalizing premise, its highly engaging plot, its to-die-for characters—is practically perfect, and it’s irresistibly readable, to boot. The pages fly by as readers root for the starcrossed boyfriends, with whom readers will have doubtlessly fallen in love, and hope for a happy ending." - Booklist (starred review)

"Immediate and emotional first-person chapters detail the highs and lows of royal teenage life in this slow-burn romance by Dietrich, which is studded with high-society extravagance and old-world charm.” - Publishers Weekly

"Readers will enjoy indulging in the deliciously slow-burn romance between the kind, honest, and adorable boys, who narrate in alternating first-person chapters...this cozy royal love story is thoroughly delightful." - Kirkus

"Smart, funny, full of heart, and packed full with Dietrich's signature style, The Rules of Royalty is the type of book that reminds you that miracles happen, once in a while. I couldn't stop smiling while reading and rooting for Jamie and Erik. A must read for all who love, love." —Kosoko Jackson, USA Today Bestselling author of The Forest Demands Its Due

“An enchanting, crown-worthy read! The Rules of Royalty delivers laughs, swoons, and a reminder that being our most authentic selves is the best happily-ever-after. Erik and Jamie are what real fairy tales are made of.”—Julian Winters, award-winning author of Right Where I Left You

Praise for If This Gets Out:

“If This Gets Out is an absolute showstopper! Equal parts edgy and adorable, this bright, joyful book has everything I look for in a queer YA romance—Sophie Gonzales and Cale Dietrich tell this story in perfect harmony.” —Phil Stamper, bestselling author of The Gravity of Us and As Far as You’ll Take Me

“If This Gets Out is the perfect book.... It deftly explores the dark side of fame [and] the giddy thrill of first—and forbidden—love.” —Mackenzi Lee, New York Times–bestselling author

"[A] sweet and swoon-worthy romance. Zach and Ruben are a pitch-perfect duet!" —Caleb Roehrig, author of Last Seen Leaving

"Dazzle[s]...with a narrative of queer boy-bandmates who wrestle with newfound fame, and newfound feelings for each other. Readers will fall in love." —Adam Sass, author of Surrender Your Sons

"If This Gets Out blends the ache and the beauty of coming out under the lights of celebrity with the ways in which queer love is told to stay hidden, even when it's the only thing keeping the music going." —L.C. Rosen, author of Camp and Jack of Hearts (and Other Parts)

“If This Gets Out will suck you in from Page 1...[and] stick with you beyond the finale.” —Associated Press

“Fun, heartwarming, and a vital purchase for all collections serving teens.” —School Library Journal (starred review)

“This unexpectedly poignant love story… subverts expectations in refreshing ways…. A lively novel with as much appeal as the band itself.” —Kirkus

"Dietrich and Gonzales keep the tension high and Ruben and Zach's voices distinct in this friends-to-lovers romance that shines with passion and verve." —Booklist

“Riveting...If This Gets Out is the perfect read for anyone who loves music, friends-to-lovers romances or ever secretly shipped members of a band!” —Nerd Daily

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