American Royals

American Royals reimagines U.S. history with George Washington becoming America's first king instead of president, creating an alternate present-day monarchy. The story follows the lives of the current royal family, particularly Princess Beatrice, who is preparing to become America's first queen regnant. The narrative centers on three young women: Beatrice, who faces mounting pressure as heir to the throne; Princess Samantha, who struggles to find her place as the "spare"; and Nina Gonzalez, Samantha's best friend who gets pulled into the royal orbit. Their intersecting paths play out against a backdrop of palace intrigue, public scrutiny, and the weight of centuries-old traditions. Romance and duty clash as each character navigates relationships under the constant watch of the media and the expectations of the crown. The novel explores how personal desires conflict with royal obligations in a modern American monarchy. At its core, the book examines themes of identity, privilege, and the cost of power in a society where tradition and progress collide. The alternate history setting provides a fresh lens through which to view contemporary issues of duty, love, and self-determination.

Readers call this alternate history romance a fun, escapist read that combines elements of The Crown with Gossip Girl. Many describe it as a beach read or guilty pleasure book. What readers liked: - Fast-paced, engaging plot - Multiple character perspectives - Creative "what-if" American monarchy concept - Drama and romantic tension "Perfect blend of history and modern royal drama" - Goodreads reviewer What readers disliked: - Predictable romance tropes - Shallow character development - Too much focus on love triangles - Unrealistic dialogue "The drama feels forced and the characters make frustrating decisions" - Amazon reviewer Ratings: Goodreads: 3.9/5 (128,000+ ratings) Amazon: 4.4/5 (5,800+ ratings) Barnes & Noble: 4.4/5 (1,100+ ratings) Popular with YA romance readers and those interested in royal fiction, though some note it may not appeal to readers seeking complex political storylines or historical depth.

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🌟 This novel imagines an alternate America where George Washington became king instead of president, and his descendants still rule today 👑 Author Katharine McGee was inspired to write the book after watching Prince William and Kate Middleton's royal wedding in 2011 📚 The story weaves real historical events with fiction, including the fact that George Washington was actually offered the chance to become America's king, but declined 👸 The book spawned two sequels: "American Royals II: Majesty" and "American Royals III: Rivals," forming a trilogy about the American monarchy 🏰 Before writing American Royals, McGee wrote The Thousandth Floor series, another alternate reality story set in a futuristic New York City with a 1,000-story skyscraper