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American Royalty: A Novel Paperback – June 28, 2022
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In this dangerously sexy rom-com that evokes the real-life romance between Prince Harry and Duchess Meghan Markle, a prince who wants to live out of the spotlight falls for a daring American rapper who turns his life, and the palace, upside down.
Sexy, driven rapper Danielle “Duchess” Nelson is on the verge of signing a deal that’ll make her one of the richest women in hip hop. More importantly, it’ll grant her control over her life, something she’s craved for years. But an incident with a rising pop star has gone viral, unfairly putting her deal in jeopardy. Concerned about her image, she’s instructed to work on generating some positive publicity… or else.
A brilliant professor and reclusive royal, Prince Jameson prefers life out of the spotlight, only leaving his ivory tower to attend weddings or funerals. But with the Queen’s children involved in one scandal after another, and Parliament questioning the viability of the monarchy, the Queen is desperate. In a quest for good press, she puts Jameson in charge of a tribute concert in her late husband’s honor. Out of his depth, and resentful of being called to service, he takes the advice of a student. After all, what’s more appropriate for a royal concert than a performer named “Duchess”?
Too late, Jameson discovers the American rapper is popular, sexy, raunchy and not what the Queen wanted, although he’s having an entirely different reaction. Dani knows this is the good exposure she needs to cement her deal and it doesn't hurt that the royal running things is fine as hell. Thrown together, they give in to the explosive attraction flaring between them. But as the glare of the limelight intensifies and outside forces try to interfere, will the Prince and Duchess be a fairy tale romance for the ages or a disaster of palatial proportions?
- Print length384 pages
- LanguageEnglish
- PublisherAvon
- Publication dateJune 28, 2022
- Dimensions5.31 x 0.86 x 8 inches
- ISBN-100063084503
- ISBN-13978-0063084506
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"Tracey Livesay delivers an authentic, sexy royal romance that we all desperately needed. An instant charttopper.” — Nisha Sharma, Award-winning Author
"Tracey Livesay gets better and better. With American Royalty, Livesay delivers a scandalous, absolutely swoon-worthy romance that injects a straight shot of joy right into readers’ hearts. With a superstar heroine who knows her worth and isn’t afraid to speak it, and a hero who falls crown-over-heels for her, just as he should, American Royalty is everything a royal romance should be…a sharp, sexy, romantic ride culminating in one of the finest happily ever afters I’ve ever read. Tracey Livesay is one of the very best." — Sarah MacLean, New York Times Bestselling Author
"American Royalty is an epic romance that captivated me from the first page to the very last sentence. It’s sexy, swoony, and heartfelt, and I didn’t want it to end. I promise you: Dani and Jameson are going to knock your socks off!” — Mia Sosa, USA Today bestselling author of The Worst Best Man
"Livesay gives us a love story that is as deliciously swoony and scorching hot, as it is firmly grounded in the world we live in. Resonant, romantic and with swag for days...Duchess is the heroine I’ve been waiting for since I read my first romance in middle school." — Adriana Herrera, USA Today Bestselling Author
“Tracey Livesay delivers a late summer firework with her second Girls Trip novel...Livesay delivers a triumphantly hot tale of a woman who refuses to make herself small – and the gift of a best friend and lover who champions that. Like Lovers Do is a celebratory intersectional feminist manifesto." — Entertainment Weekly
"Friends surrender to their desires during a scenic getaway in Livesay’s outstanding second Girls Trip romance... The steady pace, smooth progression from friends to lovers, and natural, witty dialogue make this a winner. Readers will be wowed." — Publishers Weekly (starred review) on Like Lovers Do
“An exemplary friends-to-lovers romance with characters who grow and change to find happiness with themselves and each other.” — Kirkus Reviews (starred review) on Like Lovers Do
“Smart, fast, funny and emotional. You will love Tracey Livesay!” — Kristan Higgins, New York Times bestselling author on Sweet Talkin’ Lover
"Sweet Talkin’ Lover, which launches the Girls Trip series, is powered by loads of lively dialogue, a generous serving of sassy wit, and an abundance of sizzling sexual chemistry that eventually ignites into some smoking hot love scenes. In addition to delivering all these romantic riches, this deeply delightful, diverse, contemporary romance is enhanced by a subplot involving women's friendship and a powerful celebration of the transformative power of love in all its guises." — Booklist (starred review)
"With American Royalty?, Tracey Livesay has written an epic romance worthy of a big-screen adaptation. I dare you to read this without doing a bit of fantasy-casting. Dani is fierce, savvy, and big-hearted - the perfect partner for Jameson, a man imprisoned by his own sense of duty and obligation. Together, they explode like all of the Fourth of July and Guy Fawkes Day fireworks have been set off at once, burning up the page from the moment they meet. For anyone obsessed with royalty or just looking for a perfect, modern-day fairytale, this book delivers." — Xio Axelrod, USA Today Bestselling Author of The Girl with Stars in Her Eyes
“This book was pure joy from start to finish! With the indulgent setting, the delicious steam, the sharp banter, and the deepest swoons, American Royalty is an absolute, pitch-perfect romance!”
— Christina Lauren, NYT bestselling author of The Soulmate Equation
About the Author
A former criminal defense attorney, TRACEY LIVESAY finds crafting believable happily ever afters slightly more challenging than protecting our constitutional rights, but she's never regretted following her heart instead of her law degree. She has been featured in Entertainment Weekly, the Washington Post, and CBS This Morning. Tracey lives in Virginia with her husband-who she met on the very first day of law school--and their three children.
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- Publisher : Avon (June 28, 2022)
- Language : English
- Paperback : 384 pages
- ISBN-10 : 0063084503
- ISBN-13 : 978-0063084506
- Item Weight : 10.1 ounces
- Dimensions : 5.31 x 0.86 x 8 inches
- Best Sellers Rank: #262,698 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #131 in Feel-Good Fiction
- #2,226 in Multicultural & Interracial Romance (Books)
- #7,529 in Romantic Comedy (Books)
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Tracey Livesay’s latest release, THE DUCHESS EFFECT, is the sequel to last summer’s American Royalty, which evokes the real-life romance between Prince Harry and Duchess Meghan Markle, if Meghan was Megan Thee Stallion and was on virtually every summer 2022 reading list. Entertainment Weekly called American Royalty one of the “crowning achievements of the summer,” The Washington Post hinted that it felt like a real-life royal romance, “but steamier,” and Oprah Daily praised the book as “sexy, resonant, and real.” Tracey is the 2021 Emma Award winner for Best Interracial Romance for Like Lovers Do, which was also was named one of the 100 Best Fiction Books of 2020 by Kirkus Reviews. A former criminal defense attorney, she lives in Virginia with her husband—who she met on the very first day of law school—and is counting down the days until they have an empty nest. (Don’t worry, their three kids are well aware.)
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When Danielle "Dutchess" Nelson agrees to be a part of a tribute concert for the former King Consort, she hopes it would be just the positive press she needs. She never thought she'd find another positive life-changing encounter.
When Prince Jameson is "voluntold" that he would oversee the tribute concert to his grandfather, he thought he would take a few photos and say a few words. However, when asked to give his input on an artist, he can't provide any correct one, so he asks one of his students who suggest Dutchess. Prince Jameson never imagined meeting this Dutchess would make him fall hard and quick.
I have had this book on my TBR since it came out, but when I heard it was getting a sequel, I purposely moved it down until closer to the release of book two. I can understand why so many people recommended this book. It is a cute love story about two people who try and fail to have a short fling. After a week of secret dates and intimate moments, they realize they have bit off more than they can chew.
I loved this initial introduction to Ms. Livesay's work and look forward to the sequel and other works.
This is my first book by this author and I enjoyed it. It has a good mix of drama, scandal and sexiness to keep you reading and engaged.
Duchess is a rapper with a huge following. She’s also the creator of a skin care line geared toward women of color. She’s hoping to one day be able to focus most of her attention to that endeavor as the shine of being a female rapper surrounded by men is wearing thin. When she’s embroiled in a 1-sided feud from an up and coming rapper, she needs some good press and finds it by agreeing to perform for a charity concert for the Royal Family.
Jameson is one of the Queens grandsons. He’s been relatively left alone and “allowed” to continue his education and get a job as a professor. However, he’s pulled into the fold when the Queen demands his participation in a concert honoring her late husband. In an effort to add interest for younger people, he flippantly suggests Duchess as an act. He’s attracted to her based on watching her videos alone but his attraction ramps up by 10 when they’re forced to spend 2 weeks together before the concert.
The sexual chemistry is there. The enjoy each other’s company but they’re also aware that she’s a black rapper from the states and he’s a Royal.
How they navigate their “relationship”, keep up appearances and prepare for the future makes for an angsty read.
. loved Duchess and even though I'm not a fan of rap music I admired Dani. Just a true star and she authentic and just a beautiful character. She was giving me a Megan Thee Stallion vibe. Like Mela-Skin would be Revlon or definitely Fenty Beauty, which I love. Anyway let me focus. The entire story was stellar and there is much more so you've gotten read this. Ms. Livesay did a wonderful job and I wait for the next book. Think it comes in July so the wait is not too long.
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