Royally Indebted by M.J. Calabrese
A Quail 5 Star Read
BlurbEric Tinsley, the unexpected new Lord Gossett, has inherited a mess. He was never meant to be Lord of the manor, since he was the ‘spare’, but is forced into the role upon the deaths of his father and brother. Little does he know that the title comes with a mound of debt that he cannot afford to pay. Enter Robert Bennett, American Billionaire. Robert has tried multiple ways to move up in society, but even his billions can’t crack the royal elite. But where there’s a will, there’s a way, and Robert finds that way with Eric, Lord Gossett. Married under a ten-year contract that outlines every aspect of their relationship, they soon find themselves questioning everything.
“Filled with humor, heart, and some old fashioned drama, this story takes you on a rollercoaster ride to Eric and Robert’s HEA.”
ReviewThe plot is full of unexpected twists and turns, much like the maze of hedges in the gardens of Buckingham Palace. Eric and Robert's ten-year contract is filled with business deals, family crises, infidelity, and the surprise development of a twin. Honestly, I should have been born into these pages because I certainly wouldn't mind being worshipped by uber-handsome twins! It's a rollercoaster ride of emotions, but one that's worth taking, especially if you like your romance novels with a side of suspense.
Compared to another similar book, 'The Royal We' by Heather Cocks and Jessica Morgan, 'Royally Indebted' is like a shot of tequila in a fancy cocktail. Both books explore the challenges of marrying into the royal family and the pressure of public scrutiny, but 'Royally Indebted' takes things up a notch with taboo topics. It's like 'The Crown' meets 'Fifty Shades of Grey,' but with better writing and character development.
It's like the real-life version of Bridgerton, except with more money and less scandalous behavior and unresolved questions lurking in the background. But what sets this book apart is its focus on the nitty-gritty details of running a family estate and a business empire. It's like Downton Abbey meets Wall Street.
It's a well-crafted and entertaining read. And who knows, maybe it will inspire some real-life billionaires to seek out their own aristocratic spouses. I can already see the headlines: "Jeff Bezos marries Earl of Wessex in lavish ceremony, saves English estate from bankruptcy." Stranger things have happened, right?
Overall, 'Royally Indebted' is a fun (and it says so in the blurb - Filled with humor, heart, and some old fashioned drama), an addictive read that will leave you wanting more, like a plate of scones at a high tea party. M J Calabrese has crafted a story that's both escapist and engaging, with characters you'll root for. So, grab a cuppa and settle in for a wild ride through the royal halls of power and passion.
I highly recommend this book; it's a five-star read: The characters are well developed and certainly not stereotype. The plot is beautifully worked out. The setting is amazing. The dialogue and worldbuilding is more than adequate and develops the characters beautifully. The deepening of each character is worthy of applause and descriptions are believable with a page turning pace.
So, move over Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, we have a richer royal romance in town, and it's hotter than a freshly brewed cup of tea! 'Royally Indebted' by M J Calabrese is a steamy tale of two men, Eric and Robert, who enter into a marriage-of-convenience that's as complicated as Brexit negotiations. Eric is a bisexual duke (leaning male side) who's inherited a bankrupt estate, while Robert is a self-made American billionaire who wants to break into the English upper elite. It's a classic tale of two halves of a puzzle coming together, but with added drama, passion, and a dash of kink. And believe me I loved the kink; made a difference to my otherwise humdrum life.
I look forward to the next instalment.
About The AuthorMy mother now regrets her fateful words she offered the day I came home from our small town library in Palm Springs, California (yes, I’m a Cali girl) complaining that there were no more books to read. “Then why don’t you write some.”
My father never saw his old Remington portable until I entered college and they gifted me an IBM Selectric. By then I had produced at least two dozen unpublishable novels which make me cringe when I read them today.
I found inspiration in innumerable odd jobs (from migrant work as a Date palm pollinator to the person who cleans the washing machines at the launderette to professional Dominatrix) for stories. After a stint in Rehab for Alcohol and Heroin abuse (so when I write those scenes, I know what I’m talking about), I cleaned up and have stayed that way for 29 years. (Me and Sir Elton, LOL).
My gypsy lifestyle gave me a unique perspective on the different people who inhabited the Washington, Oregon, Arizona, California, and New Mexico areas where I have lived.
A Quail 5 Star Read
Blurb
Eric Tinsley, the unexpected new Lord Gossett, has inherited a mess. He was never meant to be Lord of the manor, since he was the ‘spare’, but is forced into the role upon the deaths of his father and brother. Little does he know that the title comes with a mound of debt that he cannot afford to pay. Enter Robert Bennett, American Billionaire. Robert has tried multiple ways to move up in society, but even his billions can’t crack the royal elite. But where there’s a will, there’s a way, and Robert finds that way with Eric, Lord Gossett. Married under a ten-year contract that outlines every aspect of their relationship, they soon find themselves questioning everything.“Filled with humor, heart, and some old fashioned drama, this story takes you on a rollercoaster ride to Eric and Robert’s HEA.”
Review
The plot is full of unexpected twists and turns, much like the maze of hedges in the gardens of Buckingham Palace. Eric and Robert's ten-year contract is filled with business deals, family crises, infidelity, and the surprise development of a twin. Honestly, I should have been born into these pages because I certainly wouldn't mind being worshipped by uber-handsome twins! It's a rollercoaster ride of emotions, but one that's worth taking, especially if you like your romance novels with a side of suspense.Compared to another similar book, 'The Royal We' by Heather Cocks and Jessica Morgan, 'Royally Indebted' is like a shot of tequila in a fancy cocktail. Both books explore the challenges of marrying into the royal family and the pressure of public scrutiny, but 'Royally Indebted' takes things up a notch with taboo topics. It's like 'The Crown' meets 'Fifty Shades of Grey,' but with better writing and character development.
It's like the real-life version of Bridgerton, except with more money and less scandalous behavior and unresolved questions lurking in the background. But what sets this book apart is its focus on the nitty-gritty details of running a family estate and a business empire. It's like Downton Abbey meets Wall Street.
It's a well-crafted and entertaining read. And who knows, maybe it will inspire some real-life billionaires to seek out their own aristocratic spouses. I can already see the headlines: "Jeff Bezos marries Earl of Wessex in lavish ceremony, saves English estate from bankruptcy." Stranger things have happened, right?
Overall, 'Royally Indebted' is a fun (and it says so in the blurb - Filled with humor, heart, and some old fashioned drama), an addictive read that will leave you wanting more, like a plate of scones at a high tea party. M J Calabrese has crafted a story that's both escapist and engaging, with characters you'll root for. So, grab a cuppa and settle in for a wild ride through the royal halls of power and passion.
I highly recommend this book; it's a five-star read: The characters are well developed and certainly not stereotype. The plot is beautifully worked out. The setting is amazing. The dialogue and worldbuilding is more than adequate and develops the characters beautifully. The deepening of each character is worthy of applause and descriptions are believable with a page turning pace.
I look forward to the next instalment.
About The Author
My mother now regrets her fateful words she offered the day I came home from our small town library in Palm Springs, California (yes, I’m a Cali girl) complaining that there were no more books to read. “Then why don’t you write some.”My father never saw his old Remington portable until I entered college and they gifted me an IBM Selectric. By then I had produced at least two dozen unpublishable novels which make me cringe when I read them today.
I found inspiration in innumerable odd jobs (from migrant work as a Date palm pollinator to the person who cleans the washing machines at the launderette to professional Dominatrix) for stories. After a stint in Rehab for Alcohol and Heroin abuse (so when I write those scenes, I know what I’m talking about), I cleaned up and have stayed that way for 29 years. (Me and Sir Elton, LOL).
My gypsy lifestyle gave me a unique perspective on the different people who inhabited the Washington, Oregon, Arizona, California, and New Mexico areas where I have lived.
After 3 very bad marriages to men, I finally figured out what was wrong and fell in love with a woman when I lived in Portland, OR 23 years ago. We’ve been married since 2008 (yes it was legal in California at that time). We now live in Asheville, NC and love the people in this liberal and accepting corner of the mountains of North Carolina.
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This is a great review. Well written and informative. Loved the way you presented the book. Shows that a great writer can make a great review.
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