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The Princess Wore Plaid: A Novella (The Oxenburg Princes) Kindle Edition

by Karen Hawkins (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars 243 ratings
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Sizzling Scottish romance abounds in this enovella in the Princes of Oxenburg series, a Cinderella spinoff to New York Times bestselling author Karen Hawkins’s delightful Duchess Diaries series.

A princess once bejeweled but now tattered…
Royal princess Tatiana Romanovin is the beautiful, wealthy, and spoiled favorite of the King of Oxenburg. On her way to her cousin’s wedding in the Scottish highlands, Tatiana’s carriage is involved in an accident and, wounded, she is separated from her servants and possessions. Tatiana soon finds herself alone in an inn with no servants, no funds, and no proof of her identity. Destitute, she accepts the offer from a sympathetic (but unbelieving) innkeeper to work for her room and board while she waits for an answer to the missive she’s sent to her cousin Prince Nikolai. With no other recourse, Tatiana scrubs floors and washes dirty linens, waiting for her prince to come…

A proud lord once lost and now found…
After a brutal, bloody battle with the French Navy left Lord Buchan limping and surly, and abandoned by his betrothed because of his injuries, his lordship hides away at his manor house in the countryside. He leaves only once a week to eat at the local inn, drawn by the expert cooking of the innkeeper’s wife. One day, Buchan arrives to find that the innkeeper has a new servant, a beautiful scullery maid with a queenly air and flashing green eyes that leave him breathless and increasingly aware of his lonely existence…

Love may find them yet…
The challenge of winning his way into Tatiana’s heavily protected heart stirs Buchan back to life…but can he and his scars—and broken heart—win a proud princess whose only goal is to leave Scotland and return to the court where she’s the crowning jewel?
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New York Times and USA TODAY bestselling author Karen Hawkins writes novels that have been praised as touching, witty, charming, and heartwarming. A native Southerner who grew up in the mountains of East Tennessee where storytelling is a way of life, Karen recently moved to frosty New England with her beloved husband and multiple foster dogs. The Dove Pond series is a nod to the thousands of books that opened doors for her to more adventures, places, and discoveries than she ever imagined possible. To find out more about Karen, check in with her at Facebook.com/AuthorKarenHawkins, on Instagram @KarenHawkinsAuthor, and on her website KarenHawkins.com.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B00P42WRC8
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Pocket Star (March 21, 2016)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ March 21, 2016
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 6109 KB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
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  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 128 pages
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New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Karen Hawkins writes novels that have been praised as touching, witty, charming, and heartwarming. A native Southerner who grew up in the mountains of East Tennessee where storytelling is a way of life, Karen recently moved to frosty New England with her beloved husband and multiple foster dogs. Her highly acclaimed Dove Pond series is a nod to the thousands of books that opened doors to more adventures, places, and discoveries than she ever imagined possible.

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4.4 out of 5 stars
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I thought some of the characters were somewhat cliché, although I did enjoy the book. The secondary characters of the inn keeper and his wife as bumbling do gooder's is so over done, but I must say that Miss Hawkins did try to make them loving and endearing. I did like and emphasize with the main characters. Although this book is not up to Miss Hawkins usual caliber it is definitely not a failure it could possibly used a little more work, but that is sometimes the case with this genre. It did not hold the reader's interest as some of her previous books, and I say this as a reader who has this author on her list of if not favorites , just the next step down from favorites. I did receive an ARC of this book and read that copy, but I still bought my own copy when this book was released, so as I have said before not great, but definitely not a failure.
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5.0 out of 5 stars "Hoem isn't a place, iy's a person" my favortie too true statement from the book!!!
Reviewed in the United States on March 26, 2016
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Cute, engaging, and while it did not make me turn on the Kindle at 2 AM, (yes some do) it was a wonderful book and I needed my sleep anyway....It was a great change from the more balls and clothing, the characters were great and the story worth reading, and well written and Karen Hawkins is now on my short list for reading, along with Beaton, Ridley, well you get the idea. Try it, unless you are addicted to clothing and balls you should like it as well.
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Sportochick's Musings
4.0 out of 5 stars exceptional
Reviewed in the United States on March 23, 2016
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Karen Hawkins is one of my all time favorite authors. I have been reading her books for years and have every single paperback book of hers till I received my first Nook. Her Historical Romances have always been exceptional and in this story she continues her mastery of historical writing skills with Buchanan and Tatiana's story.

Buchanan is portrayed as a bitter physically damaged man. The author works his leg injury and his recovery into the story line creating a believable character where you can feel his pain and why he chooses to be alone rather that seeking out company. The timing of his awareness of wanting Tatiana and wanting to not be alone is not too rushed. I love that he is honorable and willing to do the right things for Tatiana.

Since I have not read the previous books I can't judge Royal princess Tatiana's character based on past knowledge. From this book though several things stood out that I would love to have known more detail about. For instance, what happened to all the servants she was traveling with? If her family was truly Royal why did they send her out unattended by guards. That being said, I love how she was smart and forward thinking. I enjoyed how her character became humble understanding the value of her servants and how hard they worked. As her character was tried by circumstances she learned to take joy in learning how to live and take care of herself.

The ending was handled in a surprising manner. I loved the ending but was intrigued with how her cousin Prince Nik handled everything. I wish I could of been there while that conversation was going on and that it was expanded upon for the reader. Since I have read her other series this ending does make sense based on her other series character developments.

I give this 4 stars and though it can be read as a standalone I am a firm believer that it's best to start at the being of any series.

An ARC copy was gifted in exchange for an honest opinion via Netgalley.
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rushie86
5.0 out of 5 stars the moment i finished this i wanted to write the review Must Read, esp if in need of Immediate TLC..
Reviewed in the United States on April 9, 2016
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This is a simple love story that is warm and lovely and fuzzy, without being saccharine sweet. Yes, Buchan has his issues and yes Tatiana has to be careful because of who she is, but cast those all aside, and this story focuses solely on them and their love. It leaves a positive feeling in my heart upon reading and after finishing. Ms Hawkins gave hints of the intrigue that is following the royalties from Oxenburg (you would know the different levels of gravity if you read the series). So I enjoyed it much that she has placed much focus on the feelings between these two, more than any other elements. Love it. And yes, looking very much forward to read about Nik..
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Donna M. Brown
5.0 out of 5 stars Cinderella refreshingly told!
Reviewed in the United States on March 27, 2016
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This novella by Hawkins is a gem. Any reader of saucy, yet poignant, historical romance will enjoy this charming Cinderella tale in her Princes of Oxenburg series. Can Lord Buchan overcome his pride and Tatiana Romanovin surrender her heart to this tormented man on their way to a happily-ever-after?

Coddled by Mr. and Mrs. Drummond in a special dining room at the Red Lion, severely injured Lord Buchan treats himself weekly to her delicious cooking. His leg is heavily scarred from a battle during his service in the French Navy. His fiancé abandoned him, not wanting to deal with his situation. One particular week, he notices a new serving girl whose bearing is unlike that of a common maid. He queries the Drummonds who say she claims to be a princess. On further acquaintance, he begins to believe her and realizes he will never find a place in her world if she is found. He comes out of hiding and becomes attracted to the young miss. Buchan is startled when Tatiana returns his regard. Not wanting his heart broken again, he tries to distance himself from her. He feels she will want to leave Scotland and return to her true place as a princess in the court at Oxenburg.
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Kat H.
4.0 out of 5 stars I really enjoyed reading this story!
Reviewed in the United States on April 2, 2016
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The story was interesting and enjoyable to read. Now I can hardly wait to read the others in The Oxenburg Princes series.
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Shuebee
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book
Reviewed in the United States on November 13, 2022
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Karen Hawkins is one of my favorite authors. Her stories get the reader so involved in the story, it is difficult to put it down.
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alli
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent little novel
Reviewed in Canada on April 19, 2016
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Excellent little novel. Wish it had been longer as I really enjoy Karen's charactors and wanted to stay with them for more pages (screen swipes :-) )
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Mavis
3.0 out of 5 stars Three Stars
Reviewed in Canada on April 19, 2016
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great fun to escape to Scotland again!
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2.0 out of 5 stars someone else might like it. for some reason i didn't
Reviewed in Canada on April 19, 2016
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that doesn't mean anything. someone else might like it. for some reason i didn't.
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