I couldn't with this narrator for some reason. It just was not flowing and was flat. i also was not into this couple at all. oof im sorry, this may be my last chance at a jayci lee book.

This is your typical royal light romance but with an Asian FMC. I love seeing asian characters in regular roles, but I’m also tired of all the lengthy asian food descriptions- especially in this book. Many of the food parts in this book read like the instruction section of a cookbook or blog post. It got annoying quick! However, it did the job in painting the picture of Korean cuisine, because I was eager to try some.

Emma is the only daughter and caretaker for her father. She is a Korean royal court cuisine instructor and of course has an Asian matchmaking godmother. Emma has always wanted to find her perfect on paper match, through her godmother, and it is thrown through a loop when she meets Michel, a professor visiting from a European country, after a disastrous blind date at the coffee shop. Michel, secretly the Prince of some made up country for the book, has made a deal to find love in America within a few months. He finds instant love with Emma and woos her in effort to show her that perfect on paper isn’t going to cut it.

The story starts off great and you instantly fall for Emma’s love of food, her passion for her job, and her love for her Korean culture. Similarly, Michel has a love for his country, which we don’t see a lot about other than a few mentions of policies. This story is definitely for Hallmark lovers because it is extremely predictable and occasionally awkward. I don’t know if it was because I listened to the book, but I was cringing through all of Michel’s scenes. The narrator did a horrible male voice for both Michel and his cousin. Not only that, but the narrator called Michel’s name “Mick-El” or “Michelle”. Some words were said the British way while others in American (example: arse vs ass”). I laughed out loud a few times because of the cringy narration and not the story. It also made for funny intimacy scenes. I highly recommend avoiding the audiobook and reading it.

Even with a predictable plot, the ending was sweet and left the reader happy and content. Great for a light fluffy romance.

Thank you NetGalley, Macmillan Audio, and St. Martin's Press for providing me with an arc of the audiobook in exchange for an honest review.

This was a pretty basic love story. I really enjoy "celebrity romance with commoner" stories, but the prince in this story was incognito pretty much the whole time, and there wasn't much of a big reveal scene or publicity drama. I loved all the Korean dishes and recipes that were mentioned, and Korean culture was a leading theme throughout. Overall, it was a sweet, fun read with a satisfying HEA.

This was very cute! I love a good royal/normal person story, especially a royal in disguise. This was a little cheesy, but in a good way for sure. This was very low stakes and fluffy, which isn’t always my favorite, but I enjoyed my time with this book.

A Korean Royal court cuisine instructor searches for her future husband and someone who's perfect on paper. But instead she meets a random stranger at a coffee shop and tries to find something wrong with him because they don't have anything in common. He ends up being a Crown Prince.

Thank you to NetGallery and the publisher for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Thank you to NetGalley, the author, and MacMillan Audio the gifted e-book and audio-book ❤️ #gifted. My review is comprised of my honest thoughts.

Read this if you like: Dual POV, class difference, fluffy reads, spicy

So so freaking cute. It's a lighthearted read. It's a bit long, in my opinion, but I really enjoyed it. With it being lengthy I would think the characters would be developed more. The spicy scenes were great. Check this out at the end of the month.

Thank you Macmillan Audio and Netgalley for the advance reading copy. This was such a sweet and feel good novel about an Emma, a Korean-American woman, meeting and falling in love with Michel, a European prince. This was surprisingly spicy (3🔥/5) but it felt very natural throughout the novel. I loved Emma's close and supportive relationship she had with her father and aunt ❤️

3.5 ⭐️

🍜 Everyday girl meets prince
👑 He falls first
🍜 Arranged marriage discussions
👑 FMCs love of food is prevalent throughout
🍜 Korean American culture
👑 Overall theme: love is worth fighting for, even if you have to fight yourself

I found this story to be sweet and light. I enjoyed the Korean American details throughout along with the culinary components. I dreamt of a diner party with the meal centered around dishes made in this book while reading. 😋 It all sounds so delicious.

There were a few aspects that weren’t my favorite. The overall plot, while enjoyable, was a bit bland - it’s a very gentile meander through the story. I found myself being more interested in side characters (Jeremy and Sophie) fairly often. There’s a brief third act breakup; I generally don’t like them. I very much appreciated how much the characters owned their flaws and mistakes - especially as the breakup was rectified.

The narrator did a good job; however, I think her tone wasn’t my taste. I do think she did a decent job with masculine voices. I wasn’t pulled fully into the story. I’m not 100% sure if that’s due to the story or the narration.

Thank you to NetGalley, Jayci Lee, and Macmillan Audio for the audiobook ARC.

I recently listened to "That Prince is Mine" by Jayci Lee, narrated by Olivia Song, and I thoroughly enjoyed it! The story revolves around [brief plot overview]. Jayci Lee crafted a compelling story filled with romance, charm, and just enough drama. The plot follows the captivating journey of two characters whose chemistry is undeniable. The pacing was excellent, keeping me hooked throughout.

Olivia Song did a fantastic job with the narration. Her voice brought the characters to life, and she managed to capture the essence of each one ideally. The emotions, accents, and tone variations were spot on, making staying immersed in the story accessible.

The romantic tension between the leads was palpable, and their development felt natural and believable, drawing me in and making me feel connected to their journey. Some moments made me laugh, swoon, and even a bit teary-eyed. The supporting characters added depth and richness to the narrative, making the world feel well-rounded and vibrant.

One of the highlights was the vivid descriptions and how they transported me to the different settings. I felt like I was with the characters, experiencing everything alongside them. The dialogue was sharp, witty, and entertaining, adding to the enjoyment and keeping me engaged.

While there were a few predictable moments, they didn't detract from my overall enjoyment. In fact, they added a sense of comfort and reassurance, making the story even more delightful. If you're looking for a heartwarming romance, "That Prince is Mine" is worth a listen. Jayci Lee and Olivia Song make a fantastic duo, and I look forward to more from them!

Thank you NetGalley, Jayci Lee and Macmillan Audio! I thought this was quite a lovely romance that was well-narrated and entertaining - a good entertaining read for sure. I was sad for the FMC and her struggle to be honest with herself and her family about her feelings and I was bummed during the 3rd act breakup. I was invested in the side characters too and enjoyed the story overall.

That Prince is Mine by Jayci Lee is an adorable and surprisingly spicy romcom. This slow burn romance features spunky Emma Yoon, a Korean royal court cuisine instructor, and the charming Prince Michel Chevalier, a visiting professor at USC for 3 months. Both characters are culturally bound to arranged marriages. Prince Michel hopes the 3-month break from royal life will allow him to organically find the love of his life. They meet cute and quickly fall in lust before Emma learns Michele’s true identity. I wasn’t prepared for the level of spice when it happened, as the first 1/2 of the book is very PG. There’s a little drama and a few side plots, and no big surprises, before the inevitable happy ending for everyone. I enjoyed how much Emma loves food and all of the descriptions of her authentic Korean cooking. It’s charming, with plenty to enjoy for a lighthearted summer read. The audio version could have benefited from a male voice actor as the lone female actor had some difficulty with the male characters and accents.
3.5⭐️/5
🌶️🌶️🌶️/5

Thank you to NetGalley and Macmillan Audio for an advanced copy. All opinions are my own.

Truthfully speaking, I struggled to finish this book. I didn't feel the chemistry or connection between the main characters, and I just wasn't invested in their happily ever after. It wasn't the right book at the right time for me, but it may be for you if you enjoy:
- he falls first
- college professor princes looking for love
- battles of heart and head when it comes to love
- a chef female main character

Thank you to Macmillan Audio for gifting me with an ALC to review! All opinions are my own.

I like Jayci Lee a lot and this had a lot going for it but in the end, it didn't satisfy me and I'm not quite sure why

"That Prince is Mine" follows a practical woman named Emma who finds herself inexplicably falling for a handsome prince. The caveat is that she doesn't know he's a prince, and she doesn't believe in love. On the other hand, the handsome prince, Michel, is in LA hoping to find love before he has to return home to take his father's seat on the throne as king. It's a whimsical twist to "How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days" where duty and love could not be more at odds.

This book includes:
- traditional Korean cuisine
- a prince in disguise
- instant attraction

The concept for this book is cute, however the instant attraction was a little too much for me. The over-the-top horniness made me so uncomfortable as it felt totally out of the blue and never fit into the scenes naturally. Unfortunately, I was not able to finish this book because it was just too cringy and there were several chapters with huge chunks just missing from the narration.

I received this audiobook as an ARC in exchange for an honest review. Thank you to NetGalley, Macmillan Audio, and Jayci Lee for the opportunity to review this book. This review is also available on my GoodReads - check out my profile https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/62314863

unfortunately this one didnt do much for me, while the concept was cute it felt a little too all over the place for my liking. i felt like the conversations were forced and the chemistry lacked. i had to dnf because i just couldnt force myself through it any longer.

I enjoy a good "secret royal" story! This one was super cute and very easy to read. I started and finished the audiobook in one work day.

Emma and Michel are so cute. She is trying to come to terms with being set up with a good match life (not love) partner and Michel is in the US trying to find the love of his life before he also meets the same fate. Emma is 100% sure that if she wants a long marriage that it cannot be a love match. Michel is in it to change her mind.

Thank you to NetGalley, Jayci Lee, and Macmillan Audio for the opportunity to read and review this audiobook. Olivia Song did an amazing job on narration and really brought this story to life.

3.5 stars.

I have liked a few of Jayci Lee's other books, so I was excited to give "That Prince is Mine" a read. While I did enjoy this book, I must say, I didn't love it like I hoped I would. It's not bad, it's just "fine." I loved the exploration of Emma's Korean heritage through food. This book made me want to learn how to cook a few traditional Korean dishes. It made me hungry! I liked both Emma and Michel as separate characters. Emma is a Korean culinary cuisine instructor trying to expand her business and move from her home kitchen to a more commercial space to host more classes Michel is in America posing as a visiting professor at USC, but he is secretly a prince! OooOoOoOoOo! One night while in a cafe, Michel sees Emma on a bad date and pays for her bill, eventually striking up a conversation with her and becoming obsessed with her in the process. Therein lies my issue with this story. I didn't really believe in Emma and Michel's romance, not until the very end of the book. It just felt way too convenient that they happened upon each other at the right time and that Michel instantly fell in love with Emma without even knowing her name while he was looking for a wife and while she was looking for a husband. I get the "love at first sight" angle, but I feel like their whirlwind romance could have benefitted from (any!!) pining, yearning, tension, slow-burn, whatever you want to call it. From Michel's end, it felt more like a marriage of convenience than a true love connection between the two of them. Emma decides that she wants to stop going on the dates that her godmother picked for her based on her matchmaking skills so she can pursue a fling with Michel. They eventually fall in love... the problem is that Michel has to return to his small European country in a few short weeks, and Emma is bound to stay state-side because of her family connections and her growing business venture. I will say that the balance of sweetness and spiciness is really good here. It's far spicier than I expected it to be, which was much needed in the absence of any longing type of feelings. It lacks a lot of depth, which makes this the perfect fluffy poolside summertime read. It definitely reminded me of that Netflix Christmas movie with Vanessa Hudgens, so I think fans of Hallmark-y movies like that will be in love. Like I said, this is not a bad book by any stretch of the imagination, but it's not my favorite book. I did love the audiobook narration by Olivia Song. She does an excellent job of bringing these characters to life.

Thank you to NetGalley, Jayci Lee, and Macmillan Audio for the complimentary ALC of this book. All opinions are my own. I was not compensated for this review.

That Prince is Mine is a fun RomCom. For people who like Royal romances, this is a good example. Personally, I also love when food/cooking is incorporated in a story because it is a passion of mine too so I feel more connected to the characters.

This was a sweet romance about using your head vs your heart. We all seem to choose one over the other and it can be hard to be open to using both.

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This book is just adorable!! So darling. I fell in love with the main character, and their love story. Just so incredibly sweet. The setting was perfect too. Add this to your TBR list! So well written.