Title: The Exile Prince
Series: The Castaway Prince
Author: Isabelle Adler
Publisher: Ninestar Press
Release Date: July 22, 2019
Heat Level: 3/5
Pairing: M/M
Length: 85 pages
Genre: Fantasy Romance
Synopsis:
Having chosen exile rather than face persecution at the hands of his family, Prince Stephan of Seveihar has finally found refuge in the south kingdom of Segor with his lover and former servant, Warren. For the first time in his life, Stephan is free to be who he really is, to explore his sexual identity and his fascination with all things feminine.
But it seems life has other plans, and the quiet happiness Stephan has run so far away to find is once again threatened by sinister forces from his past. Will Stephan and Warren’s newfound love be strong enough to weather the danger that could rip them apart forever?
My Review:
Isabelle Adler has done it again! This is the second book in The Castaway Prince series. The first installment, The Castaway Prince, introduces us to Stephen. Stephen is genderqueer, dressing each day as his feelings dictate, striving to live a life away from a judgemental society. It doesn’t help that he’s part of the Royal Family.
Last time we’d left Stephen and his ever-faithful valet, Warren, they had fled Seveihar, their kingdom, in search of liberty. Along the way, Warren and Stephen become much more than Prince and loyal servant, which warmed my cold, dead heart, because I have a thing for Warren. He’s so damn chivalrous. And I’m equally proud and jealous of Stephen. Even though he often dresses feminine, and can pass as female, he’s quite daring and bold. something which I think we should all strive to be. Don’t get me wrong, many times throughout the two short novellas Stephen questions himself, but it’s that doubtful voice that makes him so relatable. I think we all have things we secretly yearn to do or be, and don’t do them in fear of rebuke from others.
Go Stephen go. And go do it with Warren. Sigh…
Swoon-worthy, I tell ya.
Despite the fantastic action-packed story, Adler has a wonderful way with words that immerses you in the tale. While the first installment had me imagining sweeping castles and medieval-style garb and ambiance, The Exile Prince definitely has tropical-hot tones and flavors, but less lush tropics, more sandstone-desert-magic flairs. Think Arabian Nights.
My only regret is that I wish the story was longer, but that’s only because I wanted to dwell in Segor, eat the foods, feel the warm sun on my face, and walk the salt swept coast.
I can’t wait for the next one.
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Meet the Author:
Isabelle Adler writes M/M romance, sci-fi, adventure, and fantasy.
She has been a voracious reader from the age of five and always dreamed of one day putting her own stories into writing. She loves traveling, art, and science, and finds inspiration in all of these. Her favorite genres include sci-fi, fantasy, and historical adventure. She also firmly believes in the unlimited powers of imagination and caffeine.
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