I loved this book it was a delightful tale with wonderful characters and settings. I received a review copy from NetGalley but the views and opinions expressed herein are my own.

Beautiful Christian fiction read

What would you do if the life you lived was ripped away? Ekon Diallo lived a royal life, but then everything changed. I loved the faith-filled journeys both Ekon and Iris embarked on and how they grew.

I particularly enjoyed the themes of worth, worthiness, and true nobility, particularly in the eyes of God, and how they were incredibly integral to this story

This was a beautiful Christian fiction read. I would rate PG for kissing, reference to affairs and potential infidelity, along with past treasonous activity.

To Win a Prince is the sequel to In Search of a Prince, and is Toni Shiloh’s second romance set in the fictional island nation of Ọlọrọ Ilé, off the coast of Africa. To Win a Prince is a standalone romance, and you don’t have to have read In Search of A Prince to read this, although it will introduce the main characters and some of the background.

We met both the main characters in In Search for a Prince. Fashion designer Iris Blakely is the best friend of Bri, the new Queen of Ọlọrọ Ilé, and is starting her own fashion label to employ local women and help lift them out of poverty. Prince Ekon Diallo was found guilty of conspiring to undermine the line of succession to the throne. His punishment is to be stripped of his title and to undertake community service.

It’s always a challenge for a writer to take the antagonist from one novel and turn that character into a sympathetic hero in the next in the series, and to make that believable for the reader. Toni Shiloh has done an excellent job of that with Ekon, and it’s a definite strength of the novel.

What I liked most was the fact Iris and Ekon had a relationship of equals. Iris is an intelligent and independent woman, but one who recognises her limitations. Ekon, despite his arrogance and life of privilege, does have valuable information to contribute to Iris’s business. Equally, Ekon also has limitations, and learns to ask for help. That’s a solid foundation for a lasting relationship, and it’s good to see.

Another strength was the natural way faith and prayer flowed seamlessly from the narrative. It never felt forced, not even when Iris and Ekon went to church. I liked the way their relationship developed. Iris had found Ekon attractive, which made their developing relationship feel real and not forced. I also liked the fact that she deliberately tried to distance herself from Ekon emotionally once she found out he wasn’t a Christian.

Ekon was a well-written character. He was suitably arrogant and unpleasant at the beginning of the novel but softened as the story progressed. This gave their relationship an additional sense of realism.

To Win a Prince is an excellent contemporary Christian romance which will appeal to fans of royalty romance, or people looking for romances set outside the USA.

Thanks to Bethany House and NetGalley for providing a free ebook for review.

I was so glad to receive the sequel to "In Search of a Prince" by Toni Shiloh. Last year, I had the pleasure of reading Toni's first book, which centered on Brielle. Do you remember the movie from the 90's, "The Princess Diaries"? Well, "In Search of a Prince" was an adorable, faith-based, and wonderful spin-off of that fun movie where Brielle, an American girl, finds out that she is actually heir to the throne of an African country called Ọlọrọ Ilé.



Brielle's best friend, Iris Blakely, is Brielle's stalwart supporter and she definitely deserved her own book. Iris is a budding fashion designer, and as Brielle takes over ruling Ọlọrọ Ilé, Iris' dream to bring the textile industry to her friend's country blossoms. However, Iris is a fashion designer - not a business woman - and both skills will be needed to run a successful non-for-profit organization. Enter, Ekon Diallo, a prince who has lost his position, wealth, and status due to his part in the unscrupulous plots of his sister and her slimy attempts to overthrow Brielle. Ekon has lost pretty much everything. Not only has the pampered prince been literally dropped into the squalling ocean of 'real life' (where he must cook for himself, rent a taxi, and dress himself!) but he is also tasked with community service hours as punishment. His task? Help Iris get her business off the ground.



From the start, sparks fly between Ekon and Irish. This story is a wonderful one, but one of my favourite aspects is not Iris and Ekon (though they are sooo cute), but Ekon's search and eventual discovery of his faith in Jesus Christ. His journey through this story is beautiful, and I really enjoyed reading it.

This is the second book I have read by Toni Shiloh and the same things I enjoyed in the first book stood out in this one: characters focused on God, bringing Him into their everyday struggles and questions and a clear focus that He is a part of their lives, not just when they are in difficult situations.

This story was a beautiful message of the prodigal son – the main male lead, Ekon had it all, but lost it with one wrong choice – everyone else gave up on him, but through Iris, he experienced that God doesn’t give up on him and readers are gifted with a story of redemption.

Then the romantic tension between Ekon and Iris will hit the heartstrings of romance fans.

I also listened to the audiobook and the narrator did very well on the African accents of the characters.

In Search of a Prince is such a charming series that I fell madly in love with while reading the first novel of the same name, so I was uber excited to get my hands on the second book in the series, and it ended up being all that I had hoped for.

I felt a deep resonance between Ekon and Iris.  They both are traveling in uncharted waters, Ekon being stripped of everything he has held dear up to this point in life, and Iris fighting to bring true change to Oloro Ilé while also adjusting to a new life and culture.  It truly is an inspiration to see them not only find a deeper faith and inner strength within themselves, but to be on their prospective journey’s together.

Faith is a strong component of this story, as Iris is very strong in her beliefs, and I personally found that both admirable and inspiring, especially while reading Ekon’s inner dialogue about his doubts as his life takes on a drastic change.

I am not a fashionable person by any means (unless you agree that jeans and t-shirts are fashion) but the fashion component of this story had me positively enamored.  I wish I could’ve seen pictures of the couture pieces and custom jewelry for the fashion show!  Besides watching Ekon’s personal growth I would have to say the fashion details were at the top of my favorite things about this novel.

Toni Shiloh has knocked it out of the park with this adorable series and I hope there are more novels in the future!

I haven't had a chance to read book 1 as of yet, but I plan to as soon as I can. This book was enjoyable and read as a stand alone. , So I didn't feel like I was missing anything major. I am loving the aspect/concept of black royalty, and more books like this is needed. There are many lessons throughout the story, and one of the main ones is forgiveness. It is very prominent in this story, and I really enjoyed the way it was presented here (also repentance and changing your ways is a part of it, which is something often overlooked when the subject of forgiveness comes up.) It was a beautiful and well written story, and I can't wait to see what the author comes up with next.

Toni Shiloh is a wonderful storyteller. I so enjoyed the first book in the series and the second is equally as entertaining and creative! Iris and Ekon are an adorable couple and easy to root for right from the beginning. I also appreciate Shiloh's unwavering handle on the faith aspect of her novel., this one included.

After In Search of a Prince, we return to the African island of Oloro Ile, where Iris has started a fashion design company with the intent to help the women and economy of the island. The man who was convicted of attempting to betray the crown (and Iris's best friend) has been sentenced to work with her. Can she deny her attraction to him while staying to true to her best friend, her new company, and her adopted home?

I love this series; the friends and characters feel so authentic, even while ensconced in a totally foreign setting, and I love how God-centered their relationships are. They don't hesitate to call each other out for their behavior or doubt, and they're quick to pray for each other. I wish more books demonstrated such loving, Christian friendships.

I received a digital copy of this book, via NetGalley, from the publisher, in exchange for my honest review.

Toni Shiloh has created a beautiful country with Oloro Ilé. I really enjoyed In Search of a Prince. This companion novel did not disappoint. I love how she created a vibrant culture. I would still love to visit if it weren't a fictional place.

Iris is the best friend of Queen Brielle. The male MC is Ekon. He was part of a plot to keep the throne from Brielle in "In Search of a Prince". This is the story about his punishment and Iris who sees the good in people and situations. This is also a story about redemption and forgiveness.

Iris and Ekon have chemistry from the start. The problem is that he is performing community service by working for her. It creates a hurdle that must be overcome for them to give in to their mutual attraction. The love story is a slow burn. It takes time for them to get to know and trust each other. There is also the problem that Iris is the best friend of Brielle. It's not easy to fall in love with the man who worked to overthrow her. It makes it a little awkward.

There is so much to recommend in this book. It is Christian Fiction. There are religious elements that are vital to the plot of the book.

Source: I received a complimentary copy. All thoughts and opinions expressed are my own.

To Win a Prince by Toni Shiloh -- This is the second book (both can be standalones) after In Search of a Prince. Honestly, these aren't my favorite HOWEVER, there are so many people who loved these books. For me, it's the writing style and not the content. I love the premise and plot I just don't love the writing - that's a *me* thing. I absolutely recommend these books and know many people who love these.

Iris and Ekron’s story is book 2 in this series. Fans of royal romances will enjoy this one. It’s a story of redemption. It’s slower-paced and leisurely, but readers who loved book 1 will likely enjoy book 2, as well.

After reading In Search of a Prince, I was eager to read To Win a Prince. I loved stepping back onto the island of African island country Ọlọrọ Ilé and watching Iris find love after being such a great friend to Brielle. I enjoyed hearing what was going on in Brielle’s life after finding love and becoming queen. I loved Ekon’s character transformation, too.
I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions in this review are my own.

Such a fun read! I haven’t read the first novel in this series, but this second installment is easily read as a standalone. Ekon is likeable in this one (no guarantees he was likeable in the first….) and you really hope he succeeds. There’s lots of messed up pieces to his history, which gives the reasons for some of his poorer decisions. Iris is enchanting as well, and the perfect foil for him! Recommended!

Rated PG
—clean romance
—little to no language
—mild parental abuse (verbal)

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To Win a Prince by Toni Shiloh is a fun sequel. This is the story of the Queen’s friend who has moved to live in the island nation. Iris is making a fashion company and Ekon is enlisted to help her. Their unlikely story makes a wonderful story. I received a digital copy of this book from the publisher with no obligations. These opinions are entirely my own.

DNF - this book is a very Christian romance with themes of forgiveness but was too wordy and repetitive for my liking.

Thank you to the author and the publisher for my complimentary e-arc of this book. All opinions here are my own.

I'll give this a 5 star even if it means going up a rooftop 😁. I loved this book a whole lot, should I say I preferred this to in search of a prince., I guess very much so.

To my girl Iris, I loved her grit and having the mind to do what is always right outing others into consideration was so good to see. Her friendship with Brielle was so a delight to read about. If there is one fictional character I want as a friend,bit will be Iris😁👏.

Ekon Diallo, my gee, didn't like him at first but he warmed up to me. The conversations in Oloro-ile native dialect got me, as a Nigerian , I was able to relate with those conversations. Toni Shiloh did a great job tweaking the Yoruba language a bit to suit the fictional town. That's really lovely.

I loved the themes, forgiveness, grace, truth and love. I loved the happy ending...as I'm always for that. Love eventually found its way.
I'll definitely read more books from her.👏👏

I read this book during a hard time in my life. It was a nice escape. I loved the romance between the characters. The setting is so well written. The journey the character went through was done very well. Redemption is hard sometimes and so is forgiveness. I definitely recommend this book. I received a copy of this book from the publisher. All views stated are my own.

To Win a Prince is another wonderful faith filled book by Toni Shiloh. Iris and Ekon are a wonderful couple and Iris is an absolute joy. I loved her strength and kindness. I thoroughly enjoy how Toni writes and her books have so much love, faith, and heartwarming moments. Beautiful story with an emotional ending that will stick to your heart.

Loved this second book by Toni! (In fact, I think I liked it slightly more than book one, because it really focused on the growth of the characters and their romance, with less of the "learning to be a princess" storyline of the first.)