Undercover Princess

By: Connie Glynn

Narrated by: Connie Glynn, Jane Glynn, Olivia Cura, Irfan Shamji

Penguin presents the audiobook edition of Undercover Princess by Connie Glynn, read by Connie Glynn, Olivia Cura, Irfan Shamji and introduced by Connie's mother - Jane.

When fairy tale obsessed Lottie Pumpkin starts at the infamous Rosewood Hall, she is not expecting to share a room with the Crown Princess of Maradova, Ellie Wolf. Due to a series of lies and coincidences, 14-year-old Lottie finds herself pretending to be the princess so that Ellie can live a more normal teenage life.

Lottie is thrust into the real world of royalty - a world filled with secrets, intrigue and betrayal. She must do everything she can to help Ellie keep her secret, but with school, the looming Maradovian ball and the mysterious new boy Jamie, she'll soon discover that reality doesn't always have the happily ever after you'd expect...

A thrilling world of parties, politics and bad ass princesses, this is the first book in the brand new series THE ROSEWOOD CHRONICLES.

My new favorite book series!

I'm not very good with words, so, in a nutshell: Everything about this book feels like it's catered to me and my interests, specifically, so I guess you could say I enjoyed it very much.

I found this series through it's house sorting quiz on it's delightful little website (adorably illustrated, by the way) and was happy to see it was available on audible!

Without doing much research on the book or it's author, I dove in and found myself incredibly enchanted with it's characters. The concept of whimsical princess adventures within a boarding school setting is something I've always loved, and it's easy for me to shut off my brain and get sucked into the magic of things even if certain parts of a story and characters leave me wanting. However, only half an hour into THIS book, and I already knew I'd be able to enjoy myself to the fullest.

The friendships and Other Beautifully Surprising, And Very Much Welcomed relationship developments, in this story is something I've been craving for so long and some of the interactions had me burying a stupid grin in my hands Multiple times (something that rarely happens outside of reading a particularly good fanfiction) There is so much love and affection and trust shared between others. It stresses the importance of close bonds and inspiring each other to be stronger, to be better. It shows that there's strength in vulnerability and that one of the bravest things a person can do is be kind and empathetic in a world that sees those things as weak.

The story carried a certain heavy weight and a sense of mystery and peril in a way I didn't expect, either. I almost made myself late to work because I just HAD to finish a chapter, otherwise I'd be stressing out worrying about a favorite character!

I'm poor at leaving reviews, but I had to share my happiness.
Thank you Connie Glynn, I don't know how I'll survive your next two books.

The shape of career to come

Following this new author on YouTube in the lead-up to the launch of her first book, I wasn't entirely sure what to expect. I'm not averse to, or above reading young adult fiction books, but it's also not a genre that makes it onto my list all that often. Based on the hints and glimpses of the story the author promoted through her channel, I couldn't help but get the feeling that this would be a Harry Potter meets The Princess Diaries. And if it were, it would be worthwhile exploring. Boy was I pleasantly surprised.

The story, the characters, the setting, and the pacing are all extremely well crafted. It had me intrigued from the very beginning. In many ways it reminded me of my fondness for The Prince and the Pauper, but with a much more modern and layered spin. One thing I am still having trouble getting over, is how well the author captured the principles of duty and honour. In numerous parts it had me choking up, and a handful of times outright tearing up and sniffling. Evoking such emotions is challenging for even more seasoned writers with many more years of life experience to tap into. Given the author's age, I have to say that my hope for the future has been renewed.

Connie Glynn, you are an unstoppable force. I look forward to the next installment.

A Wonderful Journey!

The book was so beautiful and absolutely enchanting. A read that anyone would enjoy and lessons that can be learned by all! So looking forward to your future works Connie~

A wonderful fantasy!

Connie Glynn is a wonderful writer and I hope there’s more in store for Lottie, Ellie and the rest of the Rosewood gang

The Undercover Story

The Undercover Princess was the first audiobook I've ever listened to. When I was trying to choose which book to pick I decided that I wanted a light read that would allow myself to adjust my reading skills to audiobook world. I chose The Undercover Princess because I thought it would be like the Disney movie Princess Protection Program. I knew the story so it would be easier to follow through. I could not be more wrong. This story has nothing to do with the movie. The magic surrounding it's so much more mesmerizing. I was expecting some kind of cheesy love story but instead I was presented with a beautifully constructed friendship based in loyalty, protection and adventure. Not a predictable friendship based on the similarities both Ellie and Lottie had but on their differences. Night and day. The sun and the moon. I was absolutely attached to the characters. I really related myself with Lottie, I adored Eleanor Wolfson and her wild personality, I hated Anastacia with all my strength (not in the end bit of course) and I respected Jamie. Never for a moment I had expected the story to turn out the way it did. It was unpredictable, well written and meaningful. What can I say? I'm utterly in love with it. I haven't loved a book this much for a very long time. I can't wait to read the second book! Until then, I will do my very best to be kind, brave and unstoppable!