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Falling Hard for the Royal Guard

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Falling Hard for the Royal Guard by Megan Clawson is a captivating romance set against the alluring backdrop of royal pageantry. The story follows a charming protagonist who finds herself irresistibly drawn to a dashing member of the Royal Guard. As she navigates unexpected challenges and the intricacies of royal life, their burgeoning relationship is filled with delightful tension and heartwarming moments.
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You might enjoy this book if you're a fan of romance stories set against a regal backdrop with a blend of humour and charm. It offers a delightful mix of royal intrigue and heartfelt romance, exploring the quirky dynamics and unexpected love between a commoner and a royal guard. Perfect for those who enjoy a blend of fairy-tale romance and modern-day twists.

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Despite living in an actual castle, happily ever after is evading Margaret ‘Maggie’ Moore.

TikTok made me buy it! A brand new debut rom com for anyone who loves romance and royalty

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Despite living in an actual castle, happily ever after is evading Margaret ‘Maggie’ Moore.

From her bedroom in the Tower of London, twenty-six-year-old Maggie has always dreamed of her own fairy-tale ending.

Yet this is twenty-first century London, so instead of knights on white horses, she has catfish on Tinder. And with her last relationship ending in spectacular fashion, she swears off men for good.

And then a chance encounter with Royal Guard Freddie forces Maggie to admit that she isn’t ready to give up on love just yet… But how do you catch the attention of someone who is trained to ignore all distractions?

Can she snare that true love’s first kiss… or is she royally screwed?

Love is in the heir in this royally good rom com – perfect for anyone who likes relatable heroines (with great hair), hot and aloof book boyfriends (with great hats), near misses, almost kisses and a corgi or two.

Readers are loving Falling Hard for the Royal Guard:

‘As light and airy as meringue’ Entertainment Weekly

‘A towering love story’ Daily Express

‘A perfect royal rom com’ Bella

‘Readers will be charmed’ Publishers Weekly

‘I fell hard for this book… The setting and the storyline were totally refreshing’ NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘I absolutely devoured this book. There are not many books that I sacrifice sleep for, but this one had me up until nearly 3am!’ NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘This book made me feel fuzzy and brought back my love of romance’ NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘A jewel of a five-star read … there are some perfect British moments that will keep you hooked and make you smile. It made me so desperate to go and visit the Tower again’ NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘What a fabulous debut for Megan Clawson. A heart-warming romance, this was a cute, memorable read. Highly recommend!’ NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘I haven’t laughed so much in ages … I thoroughly enjoyed the romantic comedy.’ NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘The characters really captured my heart. Very excited to see what Megan Clawson writes next!’ NetGalley review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Falling Hard for the Royal Guard is praised for its charming, witty, and heartwarming story, featuring a delightful slow-burn romance set against a unique British backdrop. Reviewers appreciate the vivid character development, particularly of the protagonist Maggie, and the swoonworthy appeal of Freddie. It has been described as a captivating read with a light-hearted, enchanting storyline, reminiscent of a classic royal romantic comedy.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780008554415

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 27 April 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: AVON, a division of HarperCollins Publishers Ltd

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 24.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 260g

Pages: 384

About the Author

Megan Clawson was born and raised in Boston, Lincolnshire. A beefeater's daughter, her heart was ensnared by the city of London at a young age, and she moved to study English with Film at King's College in 2018. Whilst there, she fell in love with her own royal guard. Now, she still resides in the Tower of London, alongside her little dog Ethel - and works as an English Tutor and a TV and film extra, alongside her writing.

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