I picked up 'Royally Screwed' expecting a fun, tropey rom-com with some royal flair, but I can totally see why opinions are split. Some readers adore the playful banter and over-the-top royal drama—it’s like 'The Princess Diaries' meets modern romance, and that’s a vibe if you’re into it. But others find the protagonist’s choices frustrating, especially how she flip-flops between independence and swooning over the prince. The pacing’s uneven too; the first half drags with setup, then the second half rushes through conflicts like it’s sprinting to the finish line.
Personally, I liked the side characters way more than the leads—the best friend and the mischievous younger prince stole every scene they were in. The author’s writing style’s breezy, which works for humor but undercuts emotional moments. If you’re here for escapism, it delivers, but if you want depth or realism, it might leave you rolling your eyes. Still, it’s a guilty pleasure for me—I’d borrow the sequel from the library, but wouldn’t buy it full price.