Hathor is officially my favorite DuBell. This was enemies to lovers and it was done fabulously. Hathor was such a force to be reckoned with! The Prince could hardly compete with all her sass and wit. Yet they were so evenly and well matched. When Prince Wilhelm decides to leave his player days behind him and sets his sights on Hathor? He really knows how to SHOW UP! SWOONWORTHY!! Hathor goes from vowing to never wanting to be with this man to him being the man that sets her heart on fire.

Honestly this book gave me all vibes and feels I had while watching Bridgerton season 2. If you adored the tension and the will-they-won’t-they scenes between Kate and Anthony, you’re going to freakin love this book.

I can’t express my love for the DuBells without screaming about how much I love little Abena again. I love this entire family and I can’t wait to see what they get up to next.

This book was so much fun and genuinely hilarious. I thoroughly enjoyed the journey J.J McAvoy took us on with Hathor and the Prince.

Fitting conflict for characters that were engaging and breathtaking. Enjoyed the twists and turns toward the last part, but kept me wanting to keep going. It wasn’t hard to get into even though I had not read the first two. And now I will be. I would definitely consider more from this author.

Hathor Du Bell was overshadowed by her older sister, Aphrodite. In the two years since her debut, Aphrodite has married a duke and Hathor only had mediocre suitors. With another London season coming to a close, Hathor worries that she will be the only Du Bell unable to find her perfect match.

Hathor and the Prince is the third of the Du Bell Regency romance series, following Aphrodite and the Duke and Verity and the Forbidden Suitor. Hathor had always been jealous of her older sister, who she felt had it easier in life, was more beautiful, and better loved. As much as her family tries to convince her it isn't true, she still feels less than. The queen's nephew, a prince in another country has arrived and everyone wants him. Hathor does until she realizes he's the self-proclaimed rake talking about her in the park and calling her a grasping title hunter. It's all downhill from there for August, who's drawn to her beauty and spunk, but continues to step in it and make her angry with him. Misunderstandings abound, and for a while, it seems like there really won't be a happily ever after.

Hathor is easily the most prideful of the Du Bell sisters, but she's still a loving woman and is holding out for true love the way Aphrodite did. August doesn't believe in marriage and feels people are only after his title; to be fair, most of the noblewomen are. Their interactions are more like sparring matches until she hears more about his family life, and sees another side of him. This shifts the relationship between them and their interactions, which catches the attention of the Queen. The road to the happily ever after is a fraught one, and I preferred that part of the novel. Hathor was still prickly at times, but it was tempered and I really began to see that a relationship between them was possible. Though it seemed like it was impossible, the love was genuine and there, with a hefty dose of luck and stubbornness involved. It fits their relationship and Hathor's role in the family.

3.5⭐️


This is a classic enemies to lovers with lively banter between the characters. It is the third book in the Du Bell series and is a standalone though it features characters from the two previous books.

I love that Hathor can hold her own any day and I particularly loved her conversations with August’s mother. I also love the appearance of previous characters, especially Abena, Verity and her husband.

It was a slow burn and I found it boring at times. I felt it could have been shorter and yet still made sense. Only the angst and banter between the main characters sustained my interest.

In my opinion, the last quarter of the book made up for the initial inadequacies. The dialogue was good and the plot thickens with suspense.

Fans of historical romance with diverse characters will enjoy this.

I received an advanced copy and the review is mine and voluntary.

“You merely keep comparing yourself to your sister. And it is unfair to you, her, and the rest of us. She is living her life, and you ought to do the same. That starts by measuring suitors not by Aphrodite’s standards but by yours. The most important thing is that they bring comfort to you.”

This third installment in the Du Bell series is once again addictive, passionate, and hilarious to experience. Hathor is the sister left without a mate and not only is she growing impatient, she doesn't want to settle for just anyone. In walks Prince Wilhelm of Malrovia to knock her off feet and challenge those walls she has built. These sisters, their individual stories are relatable, sensitive, entertaining and needed! JJ McAvoy once again brought a gift to the literary world with this love story. ❤️

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Once again Ms. McAvoy has painted a beautiful picture with her words. We grew to like or dislike Hathor in the previous 2 books. I always liked her but she did have a little bratty streak but Hathor grew on me. She was always looking for the perfect suitor and when the opportunity presents itself, what could go wrong?
Once she meets Prince Wilhelm the back-and-forth banter is spot on! The way they competed with one another and found themselves constantly thrown into situations had me turning pages as fast as I could read them.
This is a little YA for me as I do enjoy some spice with my romance but this follows suit with the rest of the series.
Hathor, has always been quick-witted and a force and I am so happy that she wasn't watered down for a man, a Prince nonetheless.
If Regency romance is your vibe, check out this series!!!!!!

This is a riveting tale of romance, self-discovery, and societal defiance. Hathor, overshadowed by her sister, yearns for a love that seems elusive as the season ends. The arrival of Prince Wilhelm, far from her dreams, unexpectedly ignites a fiery romance filled with witty banter and a clash of wills. McAvoy masterfully weaves a narrative rich with romantic tropes, from enemies to lovers to unexpected alliances, creating a compelling story of love against the odds. The depth of characters, engaging dialogue, and vibrant setting make this installment a standout. McAvoy's fresh take on Regency romance, blending passion, humor, and drama, has left an indelible mark on my heart.

4.5 stars rounded up

This was great! I feel like McAvoy is really finding her stride with historical romance because this was the best yet in terms of pacing, voice etc. I have enjoyed all the books in the series, but this is my favorite so far. It's a great take on the enemies to lovers trope with excellent banter.

I love Hathor as a heroine! She's prickly, impulsive, and hard-headed. Which makes her the perfect match for Prince Wilhelm, an equally hard-headed playboy who wants nothing to do with marriage. It was a blast seeing them butt heads at a house party, and eventually realize they enjoy the fighting and are falling for each other. If you haven't tried this series yet you should! It's perfect for fans of the Bridgerton show on Netflix. I received a copy of this book for review via NetGalley, all opinions are my own.

I uploaded my review to Goodreads. I’ll also add it to Amazon when the book is released on March 19th.

Thank you so much to NetGalley and JJ McAvoy for providing me with a complimentary digital ARC for Hathor and the Prince coming out March 19, 2024. The honest opinions expressed in this review are my own.

I loved this series and will be sad if this is the last book! The cover is stunning. I love the green dress. I think this series would be perfect to be made into a movie or tv series! Hathor was a strong heroine. I think at times she was a little stubborn, but she realized when she made mistakes. I think there were a lot of obstacles. There were a couple things I would’ve liked to see like Prince Wilhelm owning up to some of his past and sharing it with Hathor to reassure her. I also think her parents’ objections could’ve been explained a little more. I would think a Prince would be ideal, haha. But overall, I loved it!

I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys diverse regency romances!

I have really enjoyed every book in the Du Belles series, however Hathor and the Prince is by far my favorite. Hathor is the middle sister of the Du Belles siblings and has a society reputation of seeking out a Prince or a man with a high society title. She has a chance meeting with a rakish gentleman and they have quite the choice of words, but it's only because she thinks she'll never see him again. The Du Belles get notice that they will be hosting the Queen and her nephew for a week and have invited eligible ladies and gentlemen but Hathor is set on gaining the affections of the Prince...until she finds out the rake and the Prince are one in the same!! the chemistry between Hathor and Prince Wilhelm sizzles of the page but its the dialog between Hathor and Wilhelm that really draws you in. There is a vulnerability that they each share that is different from any regency nobility books I've read before!!! This is a must read for the historical romance lovers for sure!!

It is Hathor’s second season out in society and she is losing hope of finding her fairy tale happily ever after. To make matters worse, her older sister, who she compares herself to constantly married a Duke and she is hopelessly obsessed with finding a better match than her sister. Her mother decides to have a house party and invite eligible men and woman in society. They soon get word that the Queen intends to bring her nephew, the prince. Thinking her fortune has finally turned she is excited for the week of activities until she lays eyes on the prince. That’s when the fun really begins in this story.

I loved this book!! It you are fan of regency romance, of if you just like a good enemies to lovers story… This book is for you. It is book 3 in a series but I read this book as a stand alone and it checks all the boxes. Enemies to Lovers, Strong female characters and a reformed rake. I was first annoyed with Hathor but she totally redeemed herself and it made for a spectacular read. She is a fierce MFC. I loved her and how she made a way for herself even when it seemed it was her against the world. I would highly recommend this book to anyone. It was my first book by this author but it will not be my last.

This was an okay book. I’m not a big fan of the historical romance genre and I was not aware that there were other books before this but it was okay! I enjoyed most of the plot but there were certain moments in the book that fell flat for me. Overall this was a good time!

Hathor and the Prince is the third book in the Du Bells historical romance series. As you can surmise, the plot of this book is about a young woman named Hathor and a Prince.

Thank you to NetGalley and Random House for the opportunity to read and review this book in exchange for my honest review.

I have read and enjoyed each book in this series and honestly they keep getting better with each installment. I am giving this one 4 ⭐️. When I started this book I didn’t enjoy Hathor at all, but around 10-12% of the way into the book she has her first encounter with our Prince, Wilhelm, and her character became better. I enjoyed both of them as individual characters, their banter and the growth of their relationship was well done. They were an enjoyable couple to follow and I think my favorite out of the series so far.

I think this book will appeal to many Bridgerton style fans, but be aware that while there is a bit of spice in this book there isn’t a lot of it. This is bare minimum spice, which is something I think a lot of historical romance readers look for. This book may not have enough of it to keep some readers satisfied.

I very much enjoyed this book and will post about it on my social media (TikTok and YouTube) closer to its release date/in early March 2024. A link of that video will be added to this review once posted
Video review link for post on YouTube and TikTok added 3/14/24

Another fun book from J.J. McAvoy! Like the other books in the series, I love the diversity of the regency universe McAvoy has created! I'm a sucker for a good enemies to lovers story, so I knew from the description I would enjoy it. Hathor is so fun and relatable and it was exciting to see her step into the spotlight she's wanted for so long!
Like the rest of the series, the plot twists in the third act threw me for a loop, but all in all, this was such a fun read.

Thank you, NetGalley, J.J. McAvoy, and Random House for the ARC in exchange for my honest opinion.

I received an ARC from the publisher via NetGalley and am voluntarily posting a review. All opinions are my own.
Hathor and the Prince is the third book in JJ McAvoy’s Du Bells series. It can be read as a standalone, although I do recommend the other books, especially book one. I particularly found this one to be an improvement on the prior book, although McAvoy still has the tendency to randomly throw in a secondary character’s POV here and there, throwing me off.
Hathor is an intriguing contrast to Aphrodite, and I love how this story sees her coming into her own and out of Aphrodite’s perfect shadow. Wilhelm makes for a solid love interest, and while some of the bits describing his sexual attraction were a little cringily written, I felt the palpable chemistry between him and Hathor.
I also liked how seamlessly the story transitioned between the central romance and the external plot with all its royal intrigue. Queen Charlotte plays a supporting role, with Wilhelm being her nephew, and I couldn’t help but get flashbacks to a similar plotline in the first season of Bridgerton, with her once again trying to match the heroine with one of her relations, albeit with it leading to a different outcome. And while Wilhelm’s family issues weren’t as pronounced as they sometimes are for other historical romance heroes, I liked the way it colored the third-act crisis (which, for the record, is not a breakup).
This was an enjoyable read, and I’d recommend it to readers looking for diverse historical romances.

J.J. McAvoy completely delivered with Hathor and the Prince! This is my favorite in the series so far (#3 of The DuBells). Hathor (pronounced Hay-ther) lives in the shadow of her eldest sister who can do no wrong, and her younger siblings who are outspoken. A budding artist, she's trying to make forge her own way while also pleasing her very proper and domineering family by marrying well. She's prepared to do her part to entertain guests (and hopefully meet her future husband!) at the house party her family is hosting at their castle. Word on the street is that the Queen and her erstwhile nephew, Prince Wilhelm, will make an appearance at the house party. Too bad Hathor and Wilhelm already 'met' a couple months prior... in what would be the opposite of a 'meet cute'. McAvoy was masterful at writing this. I especially loved the first half of this book. The banter between Hathor and Wilhelm was perfect. There is an element of insta-love here but I so enjoyed their journey, even if it was in fast-forward mode. Its funny and swoony and I found myself highlighting lots of savory lines. :)
Like the rest of the books in this series, there is some third act drama coming out of left field but I was okay with it. We get to see their bourgeoning love and commitment and it was heartwarming to read. 4.5 stars.
Many thanks to Random House Publishing - Random House, Dell for the e-arc.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for this advance reader copy!

This is probably my favorite book in the series so far, and that is in large part due to Hathor. She is such a relatable FMC and I just adore her. A beautiful love story but also a story of self-discovery. I am still smiling, hours after finishing!

Swoon Worthy

After an unintentional jibe, Hathor and Wilhelm find themselves at odds.

This book was so good. The banter between these two characters was top notch.

I want more from this couple. Maybe an extra epilogue or two.

I would recommend this book to anyone who believes in love. This story is fast paced so love comes quickly.

Review: "Omg omg omg omg. This book has all my favorite things: historical romance, high society, Black folks, witty banter, lovable main characters, GOODT flirting, beautiful one-liners, and drama.

I received this book early as an eARC from Net Galley and omg. I loved every single second of this story. Hathor is a strong willed, bold and doesn’t know how to hold her tongue while The Prince is similar but also fighting against what is expected of him. I have not read the other stories about the other Du Bell siblings, but this one holds up just fine as a standalone (Hathor is arguably my favorite sibling anyways). I felt like the storytelling, the imagery and the plot really held my attention throughout the whole book. I felt like it really went through all the stages of enemies, to acquaintances, to friends, and finally to people who really liked each other, but both were in denial (LOL), to finally people who were madly in love.

There are a couple of plot twists/obstacles towards the end that I was not expecting, and that really cooked me in where I finished the second half of the book in a couple hours, because I was dying to know what happened. Overall, this is a highly enjoyable read for me and maybe now I will go back and read about the other siblings!

Thanks again to NetGalley and the publisher for this advance reader copy! I cannot wait to read what J.J McAvoy writes next!"

YouTube video review to be released on 3/25 - https://youtu.be/DOqID_hx4Ic
Good reads and Storygraph reviews already published.

I received a copy Hathor and The Prince from NetGalley in exchange for my honest opinion. I am not required to write a positive review.

Hathor Du Bell is the younger sister of Aphrodite Du Bell. Her desire is to emerge from her older sister’s shadow. She would also like to marry a man with a higher title as proof of her own worthiness to her family and the rest of the Ton.

Prince Wilhelm Augustus Karl Von Edward of Malrovia is a rake. He despises the institution of marriage. His family has exiled him due to family tension. He is a guest of his aunt Queen Charlotte who hopes to change his mind and reputation during a week at the Du Bells castle.

My favorite part of the book is when Hathor discovers that she has never loved or been infatuated with a young man. This revelation sends both of their lives into a tailspin.