We’re all very excited at Harlequin HQ about the wedding of Prince William of Wales to Catherine Middleton. I wasn’t around to see the marriage of Prince Charles and Princess Diana (having been born in 1985), so this truly is a new spectacle for me, and millions of other young women like me who love a good party.
Our Royal Weddings ebook collection is just the ticket for those of us in the mood to immerse ourselves in royal romance before the big day arrives (April 29th! But who’s counting?).
There’s something to be said about a prince marrying a commoner (but certainly not a common gal.) Think of it: you’re living your run-of-the-mill life and all of a sudden you meet a prince. Now working at Harlequin I have to say that I’ve got a bit of experience in that. For instance, you might know he’s a prince so you’re already on edge when you’re hired to work for him. But when he meets you for the first time you both feel like you’ve been hit by a Mac truck. Sparks fly, love is in the air, and before you know it, there’s a massive ring on your finger.
Or perhaps you have no idea that he’s a blue blood, so you, being a practical sort of girl, treat him no differently than anyone else, and he’s utterly charmed by your lack of deference, your easy wit and that sparkle in your eye whenever he comes just a little bit too close.
One day you realize you’ve been hit by love. You get married to Prince Dreamboat and all of a sudden your whole life is made topsy-turvy.
Not a bad story, right? That’s probably why it’s a big theme for a lot of romance authors, like the ladies of the Royal Wedding ebook collection: Terri Brisbin, Michelle Willingham, Bronwyn Scott, Elizabeth Rolls, Lucy Ashford, Mary Nichols and Ann Lethbridge. Each of these fabulous Historical authors have crafted a story based on the future king’s ancestors and the people who helped bring their special days together.
As for me, I recently Googled Prince Harry. He’s a year older than me and quite focused on his military career right now. With a possible tour in Afghanistan on the horizon, you can bet that he’s not looking to settle down any time soon. But! He’s single and attractive. How does one go about meeting a prince casually? I’ll take any suggestions. I’m not averse to moving to London, either, folks. That said, I’m in no rush myself, so if we ever do meet (you never know!) perhaps it might be one of those serendipitous moments…
Alright, I’m really dreaming now, but you can’t fault a girl for trying. He’s cute!
Ahem. Here now take a look at what you’ll find in the Royal Wedding ebook collection from Harlequin! You can purchase each book from the Harlequin ebook store starting April 1.
What the Duchess Wants by Terri Brisbin
Eleanor, Duchess of Aquitaine and Henry of Anjou (future Henry II), 1152
Lionheart’s Bride by Michelle Willingham
King Richard and Princess Berengaria, 1191
Prince Charming in Disguise by Bronwyn Scott
Prince George and Caroline of Ansbach, 1704
A Princely Dilemma by Elizabeth Rolls
George, Prince of Wales (future Prince Regent/George IV) and Princess Caroline of Brunswick, 1795
The Problem with Josephine by Lucy Ashford
Napoleon and Marie-Louise, 1810
Princess Charlotte’s Choice by Ann Lethbridge
Princess Charlotte and Prince Leopold, 1816
With Victoria’s Blessing by Mary Nichols
Queen Victoria and Prince Albert, 1840
Michelle Willingham
March 14, 2011 “Carol–unfortunately, a lot of royal marriages didn’t end well. In many ways, I think Charles should have married Camilla to begin with. But the 1980′s wedding with Diana was such a fairytale. And the boys sure were handsome.”
That is my feeling too.
Apparently from what I read, Prince Charles did not do that as he was serving in the military and I think he was so selfish as he is of course. He could have stopped all the mess he created.
Notice that William is currently in the military yet he taking the steps to have a good marriage. What a difference between father and son.
I think Diana was unhung out to dry as to the Royal family did nothing to protect her as they are doing with Kate. They blamed Diana for the mistakes she made without looking at the true culprit.
I think of the marriage of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert who had a good one and deeply loved each other.