Title: House of Royals
Author: Keary Taylor
First published June 21, 2015
225 pages, Kindle Edition
Rating: 3.87
Overview
House of Royals by Keary Taylor is a spine-chilling tale of intrigue and danger. Silent Bend, Mississippi, is a town with a dark past, where the House and their enslaved Bitten rule with an iron fist.
When Alivia Ryan inherits the Conrath plantation, she discovers that her family’s legacy is not what it seems. Ian Ward, a man with a dark past, becomes Alivia’s ally in the fight against the House, but their growing attraction threatens to unravel everything they have worked for.
In a town where loyalty is everything, trust is hard to come by. Will Alivia and Ian be able to survive the dangers that lurk in the shadows, or will they fall victim to the House’s machinations?
Find out in House of Royals.
Editoral Review
House of Royals by Keary Taylor is a thrilling young adult novel that was first published on June 21, 2015. Keary Taylor is a renowned author of paranormal and fantasy novels, and House of Royals is one of her most captivating works.
This book falls under the paranormal romance genre and is an engaging read that explores themes of love, power, and betrayal.
The story is set in a fictional world where vampires exist and are the rulers of society. The main character, Alivia Ryan, is a human who is forced to attend a prestigious school for vampires after the sudden death of her parents.
Alivia quickly learns that not everything is as it seems at the House of Royals, and she becomes embroiled in a dangerous power struggle between the royal families.
One of the strengths of House of Royals is the well-developed characters. Alivia is a relatable protagonist who is not afraid to stand up for herself, even in the face of danger.
The supporting characters are also well-rounded and add depth to the plot. The pacing of the novel is well-balanced, with plenty of action and suspenseful moments to keep the reader engaged.
The writing style is also a strong point of the novel, with Keary Taylor’s prose being descriptive and engaging. The plot is well-structured and keeps the reader guessing until the very end.
The themes of love and power are explored in a thought-provoking way, and the novel also touches on issues of social inequality and prejudice.
However, one of the limitations of the book is that the vampire society is not fully fleshed out, and there are some inconsistencies in the world-building. Additionally, some of the plot twists feel predictable.
Overall, House of Royals is a captivating novel that is sure to appeal to fans of paranormal romance. The well-developed characters, engaging plot, and thought-provoking themes make it a must-read for any young adult reader.
While it is not without its flaws, the strengths of the book make it a worthwhile read.
Rating: 4 out of 5 stars. The book is well-written, engaging, and thought-provoking, but the limitations in the world-building and some predictable plot twists prevent it from being a perfect read.
