Born Royal by Marissa Allen
Imprisoned and experimented on since she was twelve, Princess Genevieve “Vi” Astor is ready for revenge.
After manipulating her way to the throne of Kabria, Queen Esmerelda caused the death of the king and kept Vi as a royal hostage. For six years, the queen poked and prodded her stepdaughter. The world thinks she’s ill, but Vi’s childhood friends know better.
Working with the Rebels, they break her free. The Rebels, however, have their own motives and are calling the shots. Vi knows the corruption of power firsthand. And when she discovers the secret they’ve all been hiding from her, she finds she doesn’t know whom she can trust.
As war begins, Vi is forced to decide if she’ll join the Rebels against the queen or take her newfound freedom and run.Perfect for fans of Legend by Marie Lu, Graceling by Kristin Cashore, and The Lunar Chronicles by Marissa Meyer.
Get ready for a royal rebellion that’s anything but prim and proper! “Born Royal” by Marissa Allen serves up a deliciously twisted tale of palace intrigue and revolutionary fire that’ll have you cheering for the dethroned and disenfranchised.
Allen drops us into a world where tiaras come with a side of trauma, and our protagonist, Princess Genevieve “Vi” Astor, is no damsel in distress. After six years of being treated like a human lab rat by her wicked stepmother (eat your heart out, Cinderella), Vi is ready to trade her crown for vengeance. Talk about a princess with punch!
What sets this story apart is its exploration of the corrupting nature of power. Vi’s not just fighting against an evil queen; she’s grappling with the very nature of authority itself. Her skepticism towards the Rebels adds a layer of complexity that promises to keep readers guessing about who’s really wearing the white hats in this royal rumble.
The childhood friends turned rebel allies are an intriguing addition to the mix. Their shared history with Vi hints at emotional depths and potential conflicts that could add rich texture to the plot.
I’m particularly excited about the secret that everyone’s been keeping from Vi. In a world of political machinations and hidden agendas, this mystery promises to be a game-changer that could flip Vi’s world (and the reader’s expectations) upside down.
The comparison to works by Marie Lu, Kristin Cashore, and Marissa Meyer sets a high bar, promising a blend of dystopian grit, fantasy elements, and sci-fi twists that could make for a truly unique reading experience.
“Born Royal” sounds like it could be a standout in the YA fantasy genre. If you’re craving a tale of revolution that questions the very foundations of power and loyalty, all while delivering royal-sized action and intrigue, this indie gem might just be your next literary coronation.
