Modern Royal Romance Novels Show a Darker Side of the Fairytale

Happily ever after looks a little different in novels these days. Once upon a time, a dashing prince met a local young woman, swept her off her feet, they overcame a challenge or two, and voilá: they’re married, she’s the princess, and they ride off into the sunset. Now, the fairytale may feature two princes; a reluctant princess; or a Black American woman in love with a British prince, choosing to be with him despite all obstacles. In contemporary royal romances, being a princess is no longer just about gowns and tiaras—though it never really was entirely about that. The… Read Full Article