4.5/5

I had been waiting forever for this sequel! This was the perfect continuation of the story. Similar to book 1, this was an adventerous survival story, but this one was so much more stressful! I could not put this book down till I knew everything was going to be okay.

Thank you NetGalley and RBMedia for sending this book for review consideration. All opinions are my own.

This was hilarious! I really liked this fantasy and romcom. Wren was hilarious. It put a funny spin on royalty.

Reviewed for NetGalley:

I reviewed the audiobook version.

Wren Wheeler, after surviving a comet that never hit Earth, about to start college, all while secretly married to the new King of England, heads to Canada to get her dog back…from the King. Throw in a plane crash on a remote island after shortly reuniting, to spice things up.

There are so many wild plot directions in this sequel, but they worked. Sweet, romantic, with a side of thrill.

The narration was also well done, seamlessly switching between accents and characters that made for an easy listen.

First of all I did not read the first book. With that being said I don't think it really mattered I still understand the story.

I did enjoy the the first 3/4 of the book which included some great banter and lots of suspense. The last 1/4 of the book kind of dragged.

I listened to the audiobook and the performance was ok. It might have been better as a full cast narration since there was only a handful of characters.

The story and characters were really good. I enjoyed how this book built on the relationships from the first book while also introducing new relationships and complexities into each of the characters. I personally preferred that this book expanded the story to more characters than just Wren and Theo, which was more the focus of the first book. I also liked that the life and death and seemingly-unrealistic catastrophic plotlines continue in this book, as the outrageousness of that was what gave both this and the first book character in my opinion. Overall, the book is great for any young adults looking for a funny comforting-yet-adventurous book, and also any kids at heart ready for the same adventure! I really enjoyed it and am going to enjoy going back through everything else Kara McDowell has written now that I know how amazing it is!

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Thank you @wednesdaybooks for my gifted copy!⁣
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“I’m not bothered, because we’re stronger than fate”… “What we have is better, because we chose it ourselves.”⁣
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Y’all remember when it took me 30 years to read The Prince and The Apocalypse and I fell in love? Then I obsessively ran to NetGalley to read the sequel? It releases Tuesday! (The 9th) and it was a perfect ending to a little duology.⁣
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True one-two punch fashion, Heir, Apparently was adorable. We got to see more of the friends/family, more royalty, and more banter. I swooned like always. This book was just perfection.⁣
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They also get stranded on an isle Gillian style after a plane crash goes down. They have an annoying pilot and there’s also a volcano. ⁣
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Lots of energy, lots of vibes, and honestly did not see that ending coming, but I am hear for it! I got my HEA, and that’s all that matters.⁣
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10/10 no notes. Out Tuesday!⁣
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This book had some interesting and even good moments. However there was some of the book that dragged on a bit too much. The narration in the audiobook was good. I listened to an advanced readers copy from netgalley but my review is unbiased.

I have been enjoying Regency romance lately. And I really enjoyed this book. I think other romance readers will as well. Pick this one up and publication day.

This was a fun book two (although it wasn't obvious that it was a book two when I requested the ARC), thankfully, I had book one on my shelf and was able to pick it up first before reading this one.

The writing was great, I really enjoy the author's simple story telling method. This book was fast paced and easy to read, the plot was even more outrageous and unlikely than book one's set up. I feel like we were introduced to so many new characters and it took away from the time we spent with the MMC and FMC significantly. There were limited one on one interactions and not enough growth in their relationship considering they spend the majority of the book interacting with everyone outside of the relationship. I would've preferred a little more time with MMC and FMC in this book than what we got considering the way book one ended.

Although a bit chaotic, it was a cute story and was wrapped up nicely in the end.

Thank you to RBmedia for providing an ARC through NetGalley.

I was completely swept away by this captivating audiobook, thanks to NetGalley for providing an advanced reader's copy! The talented Laura Knight Keating brought the story to life with her enchanting narration, keeping me utterly enthralled from start to finish.

The chemistry between Wren and Theo is undeniable, and I found myself rooting for them from the very beginning. Despite the numerous obstacles that fate throws their way, their connection only grows stronger. The author's masterful storytelling had me on the edge of my seat, wondering if these star-crossed lovers would ever find their way back to each other.

With its pulse-pounding plot twists, including plane crashes and volcanic eruptions, this book is a thrilling ride from start to finish. I was completely invested in Wren and Theo's journey, and the author's skillful pacing kept me guessing until the very end.

Overall, I highly recommend this audiobook to anyone looking for a romantic and suspenseful tale that will keep them up all night. Laura Knight Keating's narration is superb, and the story is both captivating and unforgettable.

Full disclosure - I went into this book not realizing that it was book 2 in a connected series when I’m pretty sure the first book ended on somewhat of a cliffhanger. For that reason, I felt a little lost in the beginning but in the end, I don’t think it mattered that much that I hadn’t read the first book. The author did enough recapping to make it make sense. I do think it would be best experienced together though so I definitely recommend reading The Prince & the Apocalypse first - because I think this book obviously has major spoilers to that one.

This books is quirky. The premise is completely far-fetched with everyone having made it through a comet NOT hitting the earth as expected and then figuring out how to get back to normal life. It just kind of gets crazier from there with royal paparazzi, a plane wreck on a deserted island with earthquakes and a volcanic eruption. This all while there is some pretty silly young adult drama but it worked. I don’t think this book will be for everyone but if you like quirky reads, it was enjoyable.

I would classify this as a New Adult book. The main characters are 18 & 19 and dealing with a lot of new adult choices of deciding what to do with the rest of their lives and dealing with very real and deep romantic feelings. There is a bit of strong language as well and fade to black/closed door implied intimacy.

The narrator did a great job of capturing the young adult tone and a decent job with the accents. It did get a little confusing between Henry and Theo voicing at times but I also listen at 2x speed so I think that added to that issue.

I received a free copy of this audiobook from NetGalley. The thoughts and opinions in this review are my own.

Content Notes: Makeouts, fade to black/closed door implied intimacy, some strong language

Thank you Netgalley Wednesday books and Macmillan audio for the free ALC and ebook copy. My opinions are being left voluntarily. This was the follow up from book 1 that i have been waiting for. Grumpy sil hyjinks of escaping an island with royals. Juat absolutely a great read cocet to cover. I was a bit worried what book 2 would look like and i think its my favorite in this duology. Although the way it was set up can definitely see a book 3 coming.

5/5☆

This was a cute sequel, though I will say the extreme situations that is the background for the first and second book are a bit insane. I did enjoy this one and it was nice to see their story continue.

“Heir, Apparently” is a fun, high-stakes story following the swoon-worthy “Prince & the Apocalypse.” I absolutely loved the premise of this story and how well it incorporated friendships, sibling relationships, and romance more than the first.

The theme of uncertainty going in to the future/ not knowing what lies ahead was really well done and I think that any audience— young adult or otherwise— can relate. McDowell does an amazing job blending serious topics with whimsy which makes her stories so addicting.

As far as the audio portion (narrated by Keating), Laura does a fantastic job bringing the characters to life.

Thank you to NetGalley for the ARC.

3 Stars

Thank you to NetGalley, the publisher, and author for granting me an audio ARC in return for my honest review.

Audio 🎧 version
Narrator 5/5

Heir, Apparently is the sequel to The Prince and the Apocalypse. It’s a romantic comedy, with high stakes, banter and a royal fake marriage trope. I enjoyed the pace of this book and its silliness. I think the author did a great job with keeping the action flowing like she did in the first installment. There are new characters introduced, and that gave it a whole new feel. We get to know the royal family and the drama that surrounds being a royal.

Things I didn’t like - I did miss the main characters being the focal point. Their whole relationship drove the first book and you couldn’t help rooting for them, and want more of their story. The lack of communication was a bit annoying and I think that put a hindrance on what I liked from the first one. There was a lot of new character building going on, and while I liked those characters, it took away from what I really wanted. I also felt that the ending was a bit rushed but other than that, it was a cute story. I think if I had to choose one , book 1 was a better.

Content ⚠️
Mild language
Adult Humor

I absolutely enjoyed this sequel almost more than the first. The narration was perfect! What a fun adventure! I highly recommend!!!

This book was okay. It was a fun continuation but it felt like it went on too long. Lots of language l.iked the ending.

I have received this book from Netgalley in exchange for a review.

I have not read the first book in this series. So, I feel like I’m missing things right off the bat. With that being said, Wren is a freshman and is acclimating to college life. Also, she misses her dog, Comet. Wren embarks on a journey to go save her dog from Theo. But, her plane crashes onto an island. Now she’s stranded on this island with Theo, the King of England…who is also her husband and their siblings. While trying to get off this island, they (Wren and Theo) are also working on building their relationship.

If you read the first book, you’ll love this book. If you haven’t read the first book in the series, PLEASE read it first. You need the background of book 1 to completely understand book 2.

If you enjoyed the royal family in book 1, you’ll love book 2. The reader learns so much about the royal family in this book.

This was a very fun read. The adventures and disasters mixed in with a romcom is pure genius.


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Ummmm so I didn't know this was a sequel? As you can imagine, I was pretty confused from the get go. I don't have time to go back, read book 1 and come back to this one so consider this a DNF. Please publishers, make it clear when books are sequels because I like giving a chance to books I've never heard about when I see them on here and I don't want to be influenced by Goodreads reviews soooooo yep.

🌴🧍🏻‍♀️🤴🏻Heir Apparently🤴🏻🧍🏻‍♀️🌴
HA is book 2 in The Prince & The Apocalypse series. It picks up right where the cliffhanger of book 1 left off. Placing you right back into all the swoon worthy moments, drama, and action.
If you enjoy:
🌋YA Rom
🌋Royals
🌋Banter
🌋An Apocalyptic Situation or Few
🌋Action Packed
🌋Relatable FMC
🌋Fast Paced
🌋Forced Proximity
🌋Family Dynamics
🌋Fake Marriage?👀
🌋Sibling Rivalry
🌋Scandalous Secrets
🌋Island Survival
🌋2nd Chance
🌋Fantastic Supporting Characters
🌋Is It Fate?
🌋Amazing Audio Narration
🌋Mental Health Rep
Then you’ll enjoy Heir Apparently as much as I did! Seriously, I started this audio and could not stop! I hope there will be more of this series! I’d love a book for his Henry/Victoria, Naomi or her bff!
Things I’d change/wish for: I would have loved Multi or Dual POV, and a bit more at the end, or an epilogue.
Format: 🎧Audio
Time: 10hr 16min 1.25x
Listened on: NetGalley 🎧
Audio Release: July 9, 2024
“We fell in love in between life and death, the sea and the stars, reality and make believe.”