REVIEW: Barcelona Fling With a Secret Prince by Ella Hayes

Posted February 27th, 2023 by in Blog, Harlequin Mills&Boon, HJ Top Pick!, Review, Romance / 7 comments

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Barcelona Fling With a Secret Prince by Ella Hayes: Lady Dulcibella, known as Dulcie to friends, has been dragged along with friends to a “hen party” in Barcelona. This isn’t her idea of fun, but she’s going along for the bride-to-be. Not long after arriving , Dulcie finds herself trapped in an elevator with a very handsome man. Raffiel tells her he is an architect. Both are hiding their true identities and neither wants to share them.

Raffiel has worked as an architect for a good many years. Due to a horrific accident that killed several family members he is next in line to be king in a small country. His father is having serious health concerns and plans to step down soon. Raffiel is not at all happy about assuming royal duties , but his country is important to him.

Dulcie and Raffiel have an immediate attraction to each other. They end up spending a lot of time together when Dulcie can escape the events her friends have planned. Will the two be able to just have a short fling? Will their secrets ruin any chance of a future?

I was engaged with the two protagonists from the very start. They both were uncomfortable with their current situation. I can relate to that. Even though this story is a sort of modern day fairy tale, the author pulls off a lovely, slow burning romance that is swoon-worthy. Dulcie’s and Raffiel’s difficult decisions brought some suspense to the tale.

I especially loved the setting. I may never be able to visit Barcelona, but the author’s vivid descriptions of food, art and locations brought it alive.

If you want a book that will charm you on many levels, look no further than Barcelona Fling With A Secret Prince. I have enjoyed Ella Hayes books in the past and look forward to new ones.

Book Info:

Publication: February 21, 2023 | Harlequin Romance |

A royal scandal is breaking headlines when the prince meets his match in Barcelona. Find out what happens in the latest Harlequin Romance by Ella Hayes.

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A royal scandal in Spain!

Shy Lady Dulcibella is enduring, rather than enjoying, her rambunctious cousin’s OTT bachelorette party in Barcelona…until she finds herself trapped in a hotel elevator with the most gorgeous man she’s ever seen! Their instant chemistry sparks a fling neither intended… Yet, no matter how perfect Raffiel might appear, love-weary Dulcie is hesitant to let him in. So, when the royal secret he’s kept from her is revealed, will the headlines that follow stop their fling from becoming forever?

 

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