Thank you to NetGalley and the Publisher for access to this arc but I no longer want to work with this publisher.

So I started reading this, realized I was missing a whole lot of backstory, went back and read the first one, fell in fricken love with Wren and Theo and jumped on finishing this book! Finding out your elopement with the young, handsome King of England is real is quite literally most women's wildest dream! Unfortunately for Wren, she has not heard from him since Greece and the whole not dying by comet thing. They do unexpectedly reunite and in the paparazzi pandemonium, she has to fly back with Theo to London to escape. Things so not go as planned and they end up plane crashed on a tropical island in god knows where, with Wren's bestie and sister, Naomi and Brooke, and 2 of Theo's siblings, including his brother Henry, who he's always been compared to. Theo and Wren's chemistry was still alive and well in the sequel, and their companions provided great comic relief! Loved this duology so much!

I really enjoyed this YA romance sequel and it's predecessor. There was closure at the end, but I wouldn't mind seeing a follow up. There's definitely room for one! Really liked the main and supporting characters and am invested in their stories.

I had such high hopes for *Heir, Apparently* by Kara McDowell because the description promised so much potential. Unfortunately, I had to stop at 30%. The constant miscommunication even that far into the story was beyond frustrating. Instead of feeling like a young adult novel, it was giving off strong teen vibes. Wren, the main character, was the worst part for me—being in her head was downright annoying. Her random thoughts were so scattered that I found myself thinking she needed professional help. The premise was intriguing, but the execution fell flat, and I just couldn’t continue.

Heir Apparently finds Wren Wheeler back in Chicago wondering if she really is married to Prince Theo, heir to the British throne. Hearing that he is in Canada, she travels with her sister and best friend to see him and reclaim the dog she left behind when they parted in Greece. Theo convinces her to return to London with him to deal with their marriage mystery, but their plane crashes near a deserted island with an active volcano. They must find food and water, tend to injured passengers and find a means of escape before the volcano erupts. Once again the book is peppered with witty dialogue and romance. Although readers don't need to read the first book in the duology, familiarity with the characters will make readers more engaged with the couple in this fast-paced action adventure.

Freshman year is stressful enough without accidentally being married to the King of England. Wren Wheeler finds herself in this predicament, and when an ill-fated attempt to rescue her dog leads to a chemistry-fueled reunion with Theo (the King), they end up stranded on a tropical island. Facing poisonous animals, injuries, and volcanic eruptions, they must decide if their future holds heartbreak or happily ever after. This high-stakes rom-com is a delightful read! 📚👑

DNF. This was really badly done and truly tarnished my fond memories of the first novel.. Silly and ridiculous, but not in a fun way.

I didn't realize this was a sequel, so I immediately read the first book, The Prince & The Apocalypse. WOW, it ended on a massive cliffhanger! I immediately started this book to figure out what would happen next. I don't want to ruin all the adventures, but I loved it all! Kara McDowell is a new author to me, and she's on my radar now! I loved this YA series so much. I highly recommend it. I listened to the audiobook narration for both books, which are narrated well.

An extremely solid follow-up that may not have hit me as hard in the feels as The Prince & the Apocalypse did but still had some solid emotional beats with the perfect combination of romcom and disaster movie.

The action takes off about three months after the first book's end and truly does not stop until the story’s conclusion. At the risk of spoilers for book 1, there’s not much I can say other than that our cast of characters is expanded to a wonderful ensemble that each offers their own distinct personality. We see clearly how Wren and Theo have changed as a result of the events of the first book and what that means for them now – and are rooting for them more than ever. Other than some minor inclusion of the miscommunication trope that is resolved before it gets annoying, the obstacles keeping them apart are very real and very valid for a variety of reasons. My only complaint would be that everything is resolved in a way that would NEVER occur in real life – but that’s the magic of romance in fiction and I ate it up at every turn.

Overall, a super satisfying conclusion to a fun, fun, surprisingly emotional duology that will leave you smiling and believing in a happy future for the characters. I highly recommend.

Content warning: mention of diabetes, plane crash, anxiety, injuries.

I somehow missed this was a second book in a series?! The author did a great job of giving enough information that it could be read standalone, though. This was a quick, humorous YA romance that I enjoyed (found myself smiling more than a few times). However, the number of random, dramatic, unrealistic twists took the stars down for me. I wanted a little more character development, and a little less catastrophe.

Heir, Apparently by Kara McDowell is a delightful sequel to The Prince and the Apocalypse. This book continues the story of Wren Wheeler, an American teen who finds herself in the most unexpected of situations—accidentally married to the King of England and stranded on a tropical island.

The plot is engaging and fast-paced, filled with adventure, romance, and a touch of humor. Wren's journey from the chaos of Comet Week to the challenges of royal life is both entertaining and heartwarming. The chemistry between Wren and Theo is palpable, and their relationship is developed with care and depth. The supporting characters, including Wren's best friend Naomi and older sister Brooke, add richness to the story with their witty dialogue and strong presence.

One of the standout aspects of this book is its ability to balance lighthearted moments with serious themes. The challenges Wren and Theo face, from dealing with the paparazzi to surviving on a deserted island, are handled with a mix of tension and levity that keeps readers hooked. The book also explores themes of identity, responsibility, and love in a way that feels genuine and relatable.

While the story is highly enjoyable, it does have a few repetitive moments, particularly in the portrayal of Wren and Theo's fears and concerns. However, these minor issues do not detract significantly from the overall experience.

In conclusion, *Heir, Apparently* is a charming and engaging read that will leave fans of the series satisfied and eager for more. It's a perfect blend of romance, adventure, and humor, making it a solid 4-star book.

This book was interesting. Especially after we nearly had our own apocalypse (covid). I had no idea this book was a sequel when I started it. It wasn't until I looked at the book on GoodReads that I realized that it was the second book. The author did a good job of ensuring the reader knew enough that you could read this without reading the first book. I enjoyed my time reading this novel.

This is the perfect finish in one sitting kind of reads. I thoroughly enjoyed this romcom. It was crazy unrealistic, but honestly, who wants real life these days? I was enjoyable, entertaining, and fun.

Ive been looking forward to this sequel for a year and It did not dissapoint. their love story is beautiful. I wish there was less plot but I enjoyed it.

So, spoiler alert, but the world didn’t end in book one. Though, the existence of book two should clue you in on that already, so it’s not really a spoiler.

Heir, Apparently begins shortly after The Prince and the Apocalypse ends, and Wren is just trying to be a normal teenager in her freshman year of college. A chemistry-filled reunion with Theo is interrupted by paparazzi, and Wren is talked into going to England until things quiet down. Because nothing goes according to plan with these two, they end up on a tropical island and must try to figure out how to get home, as well as what the future could look like for them.

This series is just so delightful. It’s so unique and the writing draws you into the story. I completely threw reality out the window to be swept into this alternate reality that Kara has created, and I cannot recommend this series highly enough! It is just so so fun! It reminds me why I love the YA genre so much.

It was delightful. It was satisfying. I still love Wren and the Prince's chemistry. I like that once again, the pair are thrown into an impossible situation.

After really enjoying the first book in this duology, The Prince and the Apocalypse, I was so excited to learn that a sequel was in the works - we needed to learn how Wren and Theo's story ends! With some survival elements thrown into the mix, Heir, Apparently had all the components needed to be a stellar read for me.

But unfortunately, phenomenal it was not. Rather, I would classify this book as middling, suffering from less than engaging writing, way too much action, and insufferable characters. Wren gave me instant dislike vibes in this installment of the series, making brash and self-centered choices, and coming off as shallow and trivial. She treats the monarchy like a kids' game, and I couldn't help but root AGAINST her as a future Queen of England. Luckily, that is not much of a problem because she and Theo spend most of this book avoiding each other and their purported feelings. And if I thought that the survival elements of this novel were over-the-top, I hadn't seen anything yet because the romance later kicks things up to Titanic insta-love proportions. Yes, ladies and gentleman, this is what happens when teenagers act on their every impulse and whim!

Speaking of teenagers, that is who this book is written for, and they will probably love how spontaneous and unrealistic it is, but as for me personally, Heir, Apparently just completely missed the mark. Only recommended to the young and starry-eyed.

After reading "The Prince and the Apocalypse," I was eager for a book 2 and this one did not disappoint. While it didn't necessarily fill me with the same enthusiasm as book 1, Kara McDowell did an excellent job bringing these great characters back to life.

It was also fun getting to know Theo's siblings and Wren's loved ones too. It makes me hopeful that there will be more books set in this world and maybe even about the family member's own journeys.

I am really excited to read more from Kara McDowell and will be keeping her on my radar for years to come. Thank you NetGalley, St. Martin's Press, and Kara McDowell for gifting me this ARC. I enjoyed it and finished it all in one sitting.

Thank you to #NetGalley, Kara McDowell, and the publisher of the book for the eARC copy in exchange for an honest review.

An amazing sequel that I did not see coming but absolutely loved!

Wren thinks she may have married the King of England. Not only that she survived the world wide apocalypse. Wren can't look him in the eyes after he left in her in Greece and took her dog Comet. When she finds out he's in Canada, she makes the drive with her best friend and sister in an attempt to rescue her dog, What she doesn't expect is to be on a plane with him, his family, her sister and friend, and Comet back to England. A plane that ends up crashing on a remote island. With no rescue on the horizon, will Wren learn to deal with her feelings and his siblings or will love spark again,

WOW! I requested this title without reading the synopsis because I loved the first book so much and wow was I shocked! It kept me in suspense the whole time and I could not put it down. I will be recommending this book to others.

5 Stars

I was terrified to read this because I LOVED the first book and its ending had me BEGGING FOR MORE BUT WHAT IF MORE RUINS IT???!!!! Alas, it did not and I loved every moment.

For real though, a second book after the first one was so iconic and unique and magic and OMG HOW IS THIS SO AMAZING!!!! is a terrifying read. Will it live up to the first? (yes) Will it be as good as I remembered? (also, yes) Will this book make the first one seem cheesy??? (never).

Last we left our two lovebirds, the world had, in fact, NOT ended, one was back in the states while the other was back in Buckingham Palace after confessing their love and *possibly* being actually married?? It's all a bit unsure.

So when Wren sees freshly crowned King of England and possibly her husband (aka Theo) who still has her/their apocalypse dog (Comet) is on a royal engagement in Canada, not too far from her home in Chicago, she hatches a plan to cross the border to get said doggo back....and MAYBE see Theo and find out if their marriage is real (IS SHE THE QUEEN OF ENGLAND AND NO ONE KNOWS IT?)

The rescue may go tits up, resulting in Wren being thrust into the paparazzi spotlight, meaning she and her BFF and sister are now being forced back to London until the Firm can figure out what to do with her and Theo's Apocalypse marriage. EXCEPT IN CLASSIC WREN AND THEO AND FATE FASHIO< their plane crashes en route and they are all stranded on an island.

It's epic and hilarious and often times stressful. It's also incredibly sweet and romantic and honestly a perfect match for the magic that was the first book. It should feel ridiculous and laughable, but really it just feels ridiculously fun and one I would love to see hit a streaming service ASAP.

The ending wasn't a giant cliffhanger this time, and it felt impossible to resolve, until it wasn't. If you loved The Prince & Me with Julia Styles, then you will love how this one goes.

I cannot recommend this duology by Kara McDowell enough and they are absolutely books I will reread again and again. The writing is so fun and it pulls you immediately in.