Royal Treatment

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Summary: A laugh out loud hoot and holla
Review: I adore MJD, her books are both a hoot and a holla. I cannot even begin to say how funny this book is. I liked it almost as much as her 'Undead' series.

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Summary: A really fun book!
Review: I enjoyed this book a lot (but not as much as UNDEAD AND UNWED). The characters weren't as deep as in UDEAD and I think that kept this book from being a keeper for me. But I really did enjoy the story and highly recommend it if you like to laugh. I sure did giggle! I can't wait to read more from this author.

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Summary: Funny & Sexy
Review: I just loved this book. Christina is pure joy. Says what is on her mind, good or bad. Prince David is so sexy and when they get together, Alaska will never be the same. The royal family is also full of quirky individuals that are just begging to have their own stories written. I hope we do not have to wait too long for the next peek into the "Alaskan Royal Family".

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Summary: What happened?
Review: I love her Undead series, I've read some of her novellas. This was a major disappointment. Actually an expensive disappointment. I was really surprised that the heroine was so unlikable and the hero so wishy-washy. The only person of substance was the King (the father). I gave this away without a whimper.

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Summary: Fun read; author shows potential
Review: I picked this up for a quick fun read and it was certainly that! I was laughing throughout most of the book and enjoyed the characters. However, the book will not be a "re-reader" for me. The author does have a few things she could work on. Characters are snickering practically every page, plot points are made too quickly, and the "book excerpts" were more confusing than anything else.

I'll keep an eye out for other books by Davidson. She could be a very good author if she can develop her stories a mite better.

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Summary: Wow.
Review: I say "wow" not because this book was good, but because of how different Ms. Davidson's writing was in this book! It was horrid. Sure she still has the sharp wit that we've seen in the Undead series and the setting of the story was really interesting, but what happened to the flow of the story? All of a sudden the lead character is at the castle and meeting the prince! I thought there was SUPPOSED to be a plot somewhere. Or maybe a little character development. Oh, Mary Janice. I still love ya, but I'm really going to have to try to forget this horrendous read.

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Summary: Hilarious............
Review: I snatched this book at the store when I saw it and never regretted it. Christina Krabbe alone and unemployed picked up by a Cruise ship with a crazy,but lovable King with a lot of kids,one who is named David who is eligble and enjoys penguins. I will not go into any more,but to tell you to read and enjoy. I want a sequel Mrs. Davidson,one featuring Alexa, Katheryn,and their youngest brother. I WANT MOREEEEEE OF THIS FAMILY........... Full of humor and fun

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Summary: Diving in the Shallow End
Review: If I were a stranger in a strange land, I too would welcome the open arms of a Gentle Ben king and his kooky family; however, I would move at a much slower pace and with a little less confidence. Christina Krabbe (silent "e") is just a little too confident. I never thought I would say that about a character, but once you breeze through this lighthearted romance, you'll see what I mean. My least favorite thing about certain romance novels is a heroine that is so self-absorbed, she's always right, always "cute," and wins over everybody. You know the kind that falls into a pile of You-Know-What and comes out smelling like a rose. Sadly to say, Christina is loved by all - family, press, and household staff (even an ex-boyfriend) with the eye-rolling exasperation of the too-cute-for words, "Oh, it's just Christina" excuse that is beat to death with every scene.
This could be a great series. Fast-paced dialogue, quirky characters, and a fantastic setting. Next time do the reader a favor and give us characters with a little more depth. Poor David, clueless as he appears (a little unrealistic that the "Sexiest Royal Alive" would be so socially delayed at 30-something he wouldn't know how to woo a woman), could have been a hero to remember, but....Christina's annoying demeanor overshadows any other character's personality, kinda like a bull in a china shop.

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Summary: Funny and Cute!
Review: It seems that every time I read one of Mary Janice Davidson's books in public, I get weird glances thrown my way. This is because I'm laughing out loud at some of the hilarious situations and phrases Davidson weaves into her writing! Her dialogue is always a laugh a minute, and the characters all seem to capture your heart almost immediately.

Christina Krabbe, after insulting the King of Antarctica and speaking boldly and brazenly to his majesty, was selected by the King to be his eldest son's bride! Though far from an arranged marriage, King Alexander was charmed by Chris' open manner and, well, rather foul mouth. An open person was a breath of fresh air in the stuffy world of monarchies and royal families.

Upon meeting Chris, the crown prince David is immediately attracted to her, and soon after meeting, he proposes. Much to David's shock, Chris turns him down cold, in no uncertain terms! Much hilarity ensues with their whirlwind courtship and ultimately, their marriage.

Though the plot seems to be a little too short to fill the book, the main and minor characters more than make up for it! Each character is as amusing as the last: Christina and David, the quirky, quarrelling couple; Edmund Dante, the sarcastic, hulking butler; King Alexander, (call me Al) the avid fisherman and keen wit extraordinaire.

'The Royal Treatment' was as hilarious and as charming as the heroine herself, and that is a tall order. If you're in the mood for a light read with thoroughly likable characters, then you'd do well to pick up a copy of this book for yourself!


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Summary: Highly Entertaining
Review: The biggest question I ask when reading a book, especially romantic comedy is "Do I want the time I spent reading this back?" With "The Royal Treatment," the answer is "no." Charming and delightful, it was a quick and easy read that had me laughing from start to finish. The characters are delightfully drawn and instantly likeable. I did find the plotting a *bit* skimpy around the edges, and never really felt there was any serious threat to the couple's ending up together, but the characterizations were so enjoyable that it carried me through and convinced me to try another of Ms. Davidson's books.

If you're looking for a light summer read, this is absolutely the ticket.