The cover on this one is absolutely adorable. This story has plenty of the hallmarks of a good YA novel. I loved every second.

The cover on this one is absolutely adorable. This story has plenty of the hallmarks of a good YA. such a stunning coming-of-age story about love, hope, hurt, and yearning

This book is an absolute gem! I was completely drawn into their world, where every glance and secret meeting felt like a daring act of rebellion. Rose’s struggle to reclaim her reputation adds a rich layer to the story, making her connection with Danni even more poignant. Their relationship blooms against the backdrop of societal expectations and personal stakes, creating a rollercoaster of emotions that left me breathless. The tension is palpable as they navigate the choppy waters of rumors and scrutiny, and I found myself rooting for their love to triumph against all odds. The supporting characters add depth and complexity, enriching the narrative and providing a perfect balance to Rose and Danni's journey. I was captivated by the exploration of friendship, loyalty, and the sacrifices one must make for love. If you’re a fan of royal dramas with a side of heartfelt romance, you absolutely cannot miss this.

Nobody in Particular highlights Sophie Gonzales' incredible skills of building tension and devising real characters. ALL of the characters in this novel felt real to me, and had their own distinct storylines, quirks, and personalities. This is not true of all writers and Sophie does a great job with it. The boarding school scene makes for a wonderful world in which Rose and Danni feel like they can live outside the perception of the world itself. Of course, this is never the case and conflict always comes, but I think Sophie did a phenomenal job with this book. I wish this could have come out years ago and I want to send a strongly worded letter to the person who said the world wasn't ready for a royal queer romance.

I really enjoyed this forbidden romance, it worked well with what I was looking for and enjoyed about the genre. The characters had that overall storyline that I was looking for and were written perfectly. Sophie Gonzales has a strong writing style and was glad I got to read this.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for this digital ARC in exchange for an honest review. I really enjoyed this story. Danni and Rosemary were so fun to read, I didn’t want this book to end!

Princess Rosemary of Henland is determined to rebuild her damaged reputation, but meeting Danni—a talented, down-to-earth pianist on scholarship—throws her off course. Danni, new to the elite boarding school, is drawn into a social circle that brings her closer to Rose, sparking a connection neither expected. As rumors spread, Rose faces pressure from the palace to end the relationship or risk everything. It’s a heartfelt, high-stakes romance that explores the tension between personal desires and public duty.

This is my favourite book by Sophie. I can’t even explain it. I love royalty books and I’ve read a couple this year and it seems to me that one side of the couple falls flat but this one? Was amazing. Both characters grew and became better people. The romance was adorable. Without getting into spoilers, I loved both characters. This book broke me out of my DNF streak and I’m so glad. This is everything.

i don’t even have the words for how much i loved this book.

sophie gonzales is one of my all time favorite authors that write sapphic books and it warms my heart every time with just how <i> right </i> she gets these stories and characters every time.

one of my favorite books is a sapphic romance about a princess just like this one so i knew i was going to like it either way, but i never expected to relate so heavily to this one.

rose and danni made my 13 year old self giggle and cry and kick my feet the whole book. i never could have imagined being out publicly and especially in a situation like this one, but i wish i could tell her just how good it gets!!!!!

i have so much love for this book, sophie as an author, and netgalley for giving me the chance to read this book early.

i am BEYOND obsessed with this book!! it’s the perfect YA rom com but also WILL MAKE YOU CRY!! i love anything involving royals and boarding school so this book is literal perfection!

If you need something to read after just finishing the finale of Young Royals, this book is for you. Or if you just like cute WLW romances set at a boarding school, and with a royal as a main character. This was overall a great book, and if you are new to Sophie Gonzales or have read all of her books (like me), this is a great young adult book.

Thank you to St. Martin's Press and NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.

This is a teen romance but from a queer standpoint.
It also covers being true to yourself in every way. Learning to stand up for yourself and doing what is right.
I am not queer myself, but I'm a Mom of 6 adult kids and I actually enjoyed this story about a future queen and how she comes to terms with being a lesbian and being in the spotlight. How being true to yourself is more important than hiding in the shadows or the closet.
People who truly love you will love you no matter what and if there's conditions placed on you for your love, it's not worth it.