5/5 ⭐️
If I had a nickel for every sequel book I was terrified to start because I wasn’t sure it would be as amazing as the first but then to love it even more than the first, I would have two nickels. It’s not a lot but it’s strange that it happened twice in one month.
This book was once again, written specifically for me. All those years of falling asleep dreaming up similar situations as this only to get to read it here. Okay, my dreams were less life and death, but still involved British royalty. I was smiling and giggling the entire time I read this book. Again. And like last time I inhaled it. I read it so fast. I loved it. I love them. I love all the new characters. If given a choice I don’t know if I would pick Theo or Henry, but I loved them both. I’m rambling, but I loved this. This literally made me so happy.
Thank you to NetGalley and Wednesday Publishing for providing an advance reader copy of this book for my honest review.

A fun read that continues where The Prince and the Apocalypse left off. I have a strong fondness for these characters from their development in the first book, but the sequel fell just a bit flat for me. There was a ton of build up and conflict for an ending that felt sudden and rushed.

Thank you Kara McDowell, Wednesday Books, and NetGalley for my advanced review copy! My opinions are my own.

Plot - 3
Writing and Editing - 3
Character Development - 3
Personal Bias - 3
Final Score - 3

Although I didn't read the first book, I did find this book pretty funny. I was quickly hooked on the action-packed, well-written plot. I screamed when I realized that this book was a dualogy. I love that this book was not centered around the stereotypical castle drama and court intrigues and such. it was very refreshing to see them stranded in the middle of nowhere and surviving until rescued. I had a lot of fun with this one and for sure will check the first book

Such a fun read! I loved reading this one by the pool. Kara McDowell does a great job with banter and leaving you wanting to read more and more. The royal add ins just adds more fun!

Cute story and a lot of fun! Characters are nothing to write home about, but this was a sweet quick read.

This book is hard to read if you don't know that it's a sequel - I think Netgalley could have made that more clear. However, royalty, and dogs. Must I say more? It's lighthearted and a fun summer read, I like the premise and the style of the writing. The characters are easy to like, and the plot (while not believable of course) is fun. It's an escape, a grown-up princess tale if you will. Any former Disney kid will enjoy I think.

The Prince and the Apocalypse was a fantastic road trip romance that had a unique premise, a genuine sense of suspense, and a couple worth rooting for, but its follow-up, Heir, Apparently, has a little less spirit, zip and originality on tap. It’s still a fun ride.

When last we saw Wren Wheeler, she’d just survived an apocalypse which fizzled out. She’d successfully made it home to her American family, and now, nine months later, she’s off to Northwestern for her freshman year. The problem is that she can’t settle in, can’t forget Prince Theo, to whom she may have been married to in a Greek ceremony that totally wasn’t legal. Right?

Wren keeps tabs on Prince Theodore Geoffrey Edward George because she tells herself she wants to keep abreast of how Comet – the dog they mutually rescued during their journey, and which Theo has custody of – is doing. She learns that Theo’s mother has died of cancer, making him the heir apparent to the British throne, and he and his younger siblings Henry and Victoria are in town. Wren, with the encouragement of her best friend Naomi, decides to dognap Comet from Theo right on the tarmac. It goes predictably poorly, attracting paparazzi attention, and leads to the discovery of their marriage certificate.

Theo is less than happy to give back the dog, and also to be confronted by Wren and his own unresolved feelings during this crucial juncture in his life – just barely two weeks out from his coronation. Ordered to fly to London so the palace’s PR people can mop up the resulting scandal, Theo, Henry, Victoria, Naomi, Wren and Wren’s sister, Brooke, pile onto a private jet with a bodyguard and a pilot - and Comet.

And because the universe hates Wren in particular, the plane crashes on a deserted island.

Everyone lives, though there are injuries. Wren and Theo are forced to deal with their broken relationship, the wilds, Theo’s jealousy of Henry, and the possibility they might never be found again. This little adventure might make the apocalypse look like a walk in the park.

I had some mixed feelings about Heir, Apparently, mainly because a lot of what I found charming in the previous book was how Wren and Theo’s gambolings throughout Europe didn’t bring them into contact with too many people along the way, so they were able to really get to know each other. Here, the number of people they have to interact with is larger (six people plus a dog!) so the space for Wren and Theo’s relationship is more constricted. Whereas book one is about banding together against the outside world and healing old hurts this one is more about finding adventure in the great wide somewhere. Though the connections they have to deal with are more personal, which adds a new wrinkle to the adventure.

It's satisfying to watch Theo and Wren find an accord, and the general aura of suspense and romantic tension works. But I missed that sense of journeyman spirit the first book had. Heir, Apparently is still a great story, still well worth reading, but it strikes just below a DIK for me.

This was lots of fun! I was so happy that the first book was getting a sequel (that epilogue!) and Heir, Apparently did not disappoint. I would say I prefer the first book overall, as there was a bit more banter and a lot more Comet the dog, but this was a worthy sequel.

I loved the first book in the series and you could read this as a stand alone easily.

The book is great with the combination of Royal and Dogs how can you not like a story with Dogs. It continued to live up to the greatness of the first book. The Banter and the romance was a great mixture.

I didn't want to put the book down and hopefully the series continues. It's a great summer ready.

Thanks NetGalley for letting me read and review.

Heir, Apparently picks up right where The Prince & The Apocalypse left off. I am so glad there is a sequel! I was very curious how the story would continue at the end of book one. While the imminent threat of worldwide destruction is no longer, danger seems to follow Wren and Theo. When they are reunited against the palace’s wishes, neither of them are prepared for another life-threatening disaster binding them together. As they fight to survive on an isolated tropical island with the clock ticking, will Wren get the answers she’s looking for?

Heir, Apparently is a fast-paced and fun YA contemporary. Kara McDowell strikes an excellent balance of adventure, rising stakes, and Wren finally getting answers. Theo and Wren’s journey during the apocalypse did not come without a price, which initially forces Theo to maintain his distance. Meanwhile, Wren must decide how much further into the royal mess she wants to get. Wren and Theo have a sweet connection that deepens as they are forced to work together to survive on the island. The supporting characters was great and includes Theo’s siblings, Wren’s sister and friend, and of course Comet the dog. I’m curious if there will be more adventures in this series!

Thank you to Kara McDowell, Wednesday Books, and Netgalley for a free ARC in exchange for an honest review.

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This was super cute. I wish that I had realized it was a book 2 in a series but after the first chapter you pretty much get the gist of the first book and I was able to keep reading. I will definitely go back and read the first one! The characters were fun, well written, and weren't over done. The book is a little cliched but overall it's a fun summer read.

As you are likely aware, there is an active boycott of your publishing house due to the failure of St. Martin’s Press to ensure the safety of their Arab, Muslim, and Palestinian influencers. Over 7,500 influencers to date have signed the petition demanding that St. Martin’s Press meet the incredibly reasonable demands below.
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Firstly, I would like to call out that the publisher after 8 months has still not addressed the issues which has continued the strike, and I feel like that is not a good thing. Silence on an issue that people very much care about is not a good look. However, that being said, I have looked into the situation myself, and have decided that while I disagree with the way that St. Martins Press has gone about this situation, I also believe that the full boycott is not the right answer. So, please, St. Martin's Press, do something.

With that said, I really do want to review this book, and I have personally decided that I will start reviewing books I receive here on Netgalley, however, I will not be talking about them on my social media, or basically anywhere I have a following.

It was a 4.5 star read for me. I don't think everyone will enjoy it as much as I did.

This book hits a very fun point in my brain where I just adore the absolute absurd. I went into this book thinking it would be much more serious than The Prince & the Apocalypse, which I read earlier this year and rated five stars. The end of that book led me to think we'd be dealing a lot more with the more serious topics of fame and paparazzi, which this book did touch on, but definitely not as much as I assumed it would.

What I will say is that both the first book and Heir, Apparently have this just bridge of insanity quality to them that make me laugh out loud, read fast and just get so absorbed into the story that I don't care about the absolute absurdity of many of the situations in this book. Because I wouldn't quite call it realistic, but I do think it's abnormally fun and engaging.

The loss of a half star happened towards the end of the book. The third act breakup I feel like was just disappointing, and there is a section where it would make total sense for it to happen, and it doesn't happen then, so I was hoping that there wouldn't be one, and then it's cold-footed in where it just didn't feel natural (especially with a similar scene in book one where the opposite choices were made) and it just made it a not perfect book for me.

I would say this would probably be great for actually teen readers, I enjoyed it as my 30 year old self, but again, I love the absurd. I think it does read really truly YA, and that's not a bad thing, but an audience should take note.

I really enjoyed this book, and I'm so glad that I was able to read it early.

I thought I knew what kind of story I was going to get with Heir, Apparently. But this book took a turn I was not expecting. Wren Wheeler may or may not be married to Theo, who has now ascended to the throne of England as King. I have to say this couple faced more than a few hurdles along the way in this YA Romance. It all began in The Prince & The Apocalypse, book one. I did not read the first book, however, the author made it easy to understand the situation and caught me up on the past. I liked the story and the adventure aspects as the characters await rescue after their plane crash. It was a particularly satisfying ending. There is an aspect of the book that requires readers to go with it for the sake of the plot, but I had no problem doing that. I am looking forward to seeing what Kara McDowell writes next.


Thank you Wednesday Books and NetGalley for the advanced reader copy in exchange for my honest review.

I will keep reading these books if it is a series. I cannot say no to an over the top disaster scenario. I love the twists and turns and cliffhangers. You know the tropes and you know what’s going to happen but it’s just so fun getting there.

Heir is the perfect, bingeable, action-packed, summer read, Apparently.

Theo and Wren, whom I now endearingly think of as disaster magnets, are back. They are back facing another dangerous catastrophe and trying to survive, all the while exploring their true feelings for one another and questioning whether they have a future.

Heir, Apparently is such a fun and entertaining book. I love that in this sequel, we get time with Theo and Wren's friends and family. The group dynamic is perfect. If you're a fan of royals, what are you waiting for? I definitely recommend you grab this for your next vacation or poolside read. But make sure you start with the first book, The Prince & The Apocalypse. The duology is delightful!

Thank you to St. Martin's Press, Wednesday Books and NetGalley for the ARC. Heir, Apparently will be out 7/9.

This book combines two of my favorite topics: royals and dogs! I was so excited to read this sequel. It truly lived up to my expectations of witty-banter and romantic chemistry. The fast-paced plot also kept me on my toes throughout the whole book. The island setting was a perfect way to set up the plot points and hit all the right beats. This is the perfect summer read!

As a fan of "The Prince and the Apocalypse," I couldn't wait to dive into this sequel

The first two-thirds of the book flew by, filled with the same charm, wit, and excitement that captured my heart in the previous installment. The chemistry between Wren and Theo remained palpable, keeping me glued to the pages.

However, while the ending certainly makes sense, there was something missing, leaving me with a lingering feeling of incompleteness. It's challenging to pinpoint exactly what felt off, but it slightly dampened my overall enjoyment of the narrative.

Despite this minor setback, "Heir, Apparently" is undeniably a delightful read. It's brimming with charm, humor, and heart, offering readers another chance to immerse themselves in the captivating world of Wren and Theo. While the ending may not have been entirely satisfying for me, I'm grateful for the opportunity to reunite with these endearing characters and embark on another unforgettable journey.


Thank you so much to netgalley and the publisher for this eARC!!!

Soooo I didn't know this was the second book of a series when I received it from Netgalley so I was a little bit confused at first to say the least....the college student character is married to the KING of ENGLAND. I definitely would recommend reading the 1st of this duology shockingly lol. After I quickly stopped reading this book and read the Prince & the Apocalypse I enjoyed this book much more.

This book is chaotic...they are in a plane crash. He is also about to become the KING OF ENGLAND. Insane.

I enjoyed getting to know Theo's family a bit more and seeing his upbringing and I enjoyed the secondary characters a lot. I would love the stories of Victoria and Henry! I thought this book was a great wrap for these two characters and I enjoyed that this book was just as chaotic as the first one lol. Again DEFINITELY read the 1st book in this duology first.

Overall I enjoyed this insane journey this book me on. it did feel a little fast at the end of the book though. I am excited to see what else this author comes up with!

Thank you NetGalley and St. Martins press for giving me an ARC of this book!

Going in, I did not realize that this was a sequel to The Prince and the Apocalypse. Unfortunately, this made it quite difficult for me to fall into this story and understand the background. Despite this, I think that this is a really great YA book that I will definitely point out to my customers at work!

Thank you to NetGalley, Kara McDowell, and St. Martin’s Press for the chance to read and enjoy this advanced copy!

I was really looking forward to this after the cliffhanger of the first book! I think it was a good ending to the series however it could’ve wrapped up in the first book as well in my opinion.