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Royals Gone Rogue #3

Rags to Royals

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A small-town single mom like me has no business believing in fairy tales.

But the very handsome, charming, dirty-talking prince (yes, seriously) I met nineteen months ago now has his fine ass and panty-melting grin planted on my front porch.

He’s been searching for me ever since I snuck out after our hot, fantasy-filled weekend together.

And, dammit, that’s a little romantic.

Now that he’s found me, he wants to pick up where we left off.
Because he thinks he’s in love with me.

Oh, and because he needs to get out of the marriage, his grandfather, the king, has arranged for him.

Right. Even if I hadn’t lied to him about everything but my first name, the carefree, adventurous woman he burned up the sheets with for three days doesn’t exist.

I'm actually a stressed-out mechanic back in my small hometown, raising a sassy fifteen-year-old daughter, and trying to make amends for my mean girl past.

I just don’t think my grease-streaked work boots scream princess material.

Of course, he won’t take no for an answer.
Shocking, I know.

Instead, he proposes a deal: I give him nineteen days to get to know the real me.

Then he’ll either get over me, go home, and marry someone else.

Or I’ll walk down that aisle.



Rags to Royals is a modern royal romance with a feisty single mom, a golden retriever prince who falls first and hard, and lots of delicious dirty talk and spice on the page. It is the third book in the Royals Gone Rogue series, but can be read as a stand-alone.>/i>

445 pages, Kindle Edition

Expected publication October 2, 2024

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Erin Nicolle

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Erin Nicolle is the new pen name for NYT and USA Today Bestselling romance author Erin Nicholas. While Erin Nicholas is known for her blue-collar book boyfriends and big, boisterous found families in small towns, Erin Nicolle writes rich and royal rogues. But they both love a dirty talking cinnamon roll, a grump who is reluctantly wrapped around a feisty little finger, and a gruff, protective guy who falls first and hard.

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September 23, 2024
It's time for our playboy, sunshine, golden retriever prince to get his happily ever after!
IF he can find the woman who rocked his world almost two years ago...and then disappeared on him!

If he can't find her, his engagement to long-time family friend is going to be announced by his grandfather in just three months!

Ahhh... if you love a head-over-heels, pining hero who will do anything to win over the girl, this one's for you! Scarlett tries to resist but it is futile! ;) She's a stubborn, feisty, single mom working as a mechanic in her small hometown. But Cian is determined to sweep her off her feet and make her and her fifteen-year-old daughter princesses!

Lots of laughs, lots of swooning, lots of fan-your-face spicy moments are ahead for you! I hope you love it!
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4,660 reviews95 followers
September 26, 2024
It's finally Cian's turn and oh my gosh, I swooned and swooned and swooned. Who knew the happy go lucky playboy had it in him?! Scarlet certainly makes him work for it, but he has help in her daughter Mariah and her sister, and of course our beloved Henry.
The ending had me shook...what??????
I am so ready for that story!
52 reviews
September 23, 2024
“Because I did it to share it with you. I guess when I couldn’t, I just… kept it to myself. I wasn’t sure it would mean that much to anyone else.”

I love a royal romance but this one was so much more than just that. Cian and Scarlet were truly meant to be and this book caused all the feeling to FEEL! I’m so glad I was able to read this as an ARC and be able to review this!

Cian is a green forest truly, the way once he realized that Henry knew where Scarlet was that he dropped everything and anything he was doing to get to her and win her over. He also listened so well to her and supported her fully even when he realized that she had told little lies about her identity when they had met the couple years back. He made her idea a reality and that literally brought me to tears because it was so heartwarming to see.

Scarlet is such a strong single mom. Growing up with a single mom I know how hard it is, so the way it was portrayed was so beautiful and the way she wanted to help other single moms…. Tear jerking. She was beautiful inside and out and consistently showing her love to family and friends but her community never forgave her but she learnt to stand up for herself! Such a girl boss truly. I loved and lived every part of her character.

Overall, this love story had so many turns and twists but they truly stayed loyal to each other and you never doubted that they would end up together or give up on each other. So grateful to review this in exchange for the ARC 💙💙💙
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556 reviews18 followers
September 26, 2024
Rags To Royals is a delightfully sweet and spicy romance filled with growth and so much heart! I loved the reverse age gap aspect and of course the found family.

Cian is a dirty talking, laid back prince who is more intelligent and caring than everyone knows. I loved getting to know him! And the way he pursues Scarlett? Be ready to both swoon and fan yourself. Scarlett has a difficult backstory that has her feeling like she doesn't deserve happiness. Watching her open up to Cian and forgive herself was everything. These two connect on a soul deep level that was so beautiful. Mariah, Scarlett's daughter, was so amazing too. I loved her relationship with her mom and Cian.

So much happens in their story that had me smiling! I love that Cian helps Scarlett feel free to be her true self while also worshipping the ground she walks on. I love that she makes sure that his family knows the amazing things he does to help others. She shows him that he is just as wonderful as his siblings. Gah! I just loved everything about this book! I can't wait for more of Henry too!! (Henry is Cian's best friend and bodyguard)

ARC review.
2,111 reviews5 followers
September 27, 2024
Fairytale
A modern, Cinderella style romance with a real prince and a single-mother mechanic, an arranged marriage and a lot of romance.
Cian and Scarlett are fun, steamy, swoony and sweet. She’s determined to make up for her past in her hometown and he’s determined to get to know the real Scarlett and convince her to marry him.
Ms Nicolle creates deep, complex and relatable characters, she weaves a story that keeps you enchanted and longing for more and she crafts endings that bring the biggest smiles.
I’m looking forward to the next instalment in this wonderful series.
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273 reviews5 followers
September 28, 2024
Thank you to Erin Nicolle for allowing me to read a copy of this book. I read this book as a standalone, and I absolutely adored it. I loved Erin Nicolle's writing style and the characters. It gave me the same feelings that I got whenever I read The Final Offer by Lauren Asher. Obviously, the plots are different, but the feelings were the same. After reading this book, I really want to go back and read the first two books in this series. And the arcs that these characters go through together and apart had me wanting to read more and more. Highly HIGHLY recommend this book.
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279 reviews7 followers
September 25, 2024
What woman doesn't want to be swept off her feet by a dirty talking prince? Scarlet.
What a fun read. Scarlet and Cian were great to read. She's a single mom that spent a wild weekend with a prince and thought she'd never see him again. He's spent the last two years thinking about her and searching for her. Now he needs to get married but doesn't want to marry the woman his grandfather has chosen. Can Cian make Scarlet fall for him?
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89 reviews2 followers
September 24, 2024
✨ARC REVIEW✨ I didn’t know much about this series going in, so I grabbed the first book and started reading it. I skipped the second book (I may go back and read it later) and went straight to Cian and Scarlett’s story. And I absolutely fell in LOVE! It’s a great story and you don’t need to read the others to enjoy it! Looking forward to Ruby and Henry’s book next!!
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512 reviews6 followers
September 26, 2024
Cian made me want to jump into the book.

Cian, prince of Cara, and Scarlett, mechanic of Emerald, OH may not look like they go together on paper, but when the heart finds its other half, there is no fighting it... unless you’re Scarlett Gale. She is so determined to make up for past offenses in her hometown, that she is willing to sacrifice a lot to prove she’s changed, even Cian. Cian O’Grady had one fabulous weekend with a woman he knows is “the one” and has spent the last nineteen months searching for her. And when they get together, the steam rises!!!

Holy flying monkeys Erin, this book is EVERYTHING! I loved Cian from first meeting him in the Boys of the Bayou Gone Wild series and I’m so happy to see him get his well-deserved HEA. There are so many things to love about this book. As with every book by this masterful storyteller, the story enthralls you from the beginning and does not let go. Even after the end, I searched for the bonus scene to get more of Cian and Scarlett. Add to the incredible storyline, the wonderful and well-developed characters and I’m ready to get in my car and head to Ohio. I love Erin’s characters! They are big on love and kindness; they have wit galore and are a bit naughty at all the right times. A dirty-talking prince? Sign me up! I couldn’t help but fall in love with the supporting characters too; Mariah, Scarlett’s daughter, Ruby, Scarlett’s sister, and of course, Henry, Cian’s friend and bodyguard. What happened between Henry and Ruby? I’m looking forward to finding out. I’ve said it before about Ms. Nicholas/ Nicolle and this series… I love her characters, how they work together, the sense of community, the love-out-loud families, the fun/silly times, and the overall relationships that make me smile and feel good for days after finishing one of her books. It does not get any better than this. Bring on more of the Royals, I can’t wait to find out what happens next!
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659 reviews11 followers
September 20, 2024
Single mom and struggling mechanic Scarlett spent a Pretty Woman-like fantasy weekend with a man who’s one of the royal heirs of Cara, an Irish sort of sovereignty nearly two years ago, never expecting to see him again. The only true thing she told him about herself was her first name. After Cian’s right hand man finds her, she resists his efforts to pursue her. After a while, despite the tabloids and a podcast clocking both Scarlett’s life and the family drama back in Cara, it’s becoming difficult not to give in to his earnestness and singleminded focus on wooing her.

The spare to the spare of Cara’s royal family, Cian has just learned that because of some wrong headed drunken bet between his grandfather and a friend he must marry one of his best friend’s sisters and produce a child. When his close friend and bodyguard finds the weekend fling he’s been looking for over the past two years, Cian decides to make a last ditch effort to convince Scarlett she’s the only one with whom he wants to spend the rest of his life.

This works as a standalone - mostly - but it would be helpful (and possibly make some of the secondary characters more endearing) to be somewhat familiar with the previous books in the series. Not going to lie, the entire premise of a titled Irishman plucking a stripper off stage and whisking her away for a three night stand then fall head over heels for her was the weakest point of this entire novel, which let’s be real is riddled with farfetched plot points.

I received an advance reader copy from the Author Agency and bookfunnel, and I’m sharing my honest thoughts.

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1,872 reviews61 followers
September 24, 2024
Rags to Royals is a fun loving, feel good story. Right from the start there were great twists and I was completely in love with Cian O'Grady. His happy-go-lucky personality is super easy to fall for, I adored the way he wanted to take care of everyone in his life, it was completely swoony. 😍 Oh, and let's not forget the dirty talking mouth on this prince. Oh my...Cian and Scarlett burned up my kindle.🔥🥵

Cian met Scarlett almost two years ago and he can't forget about her. He's obsessed and will do anything to find her and oooooh boy, let me say, when he does...he does everything to win her back. It really doesn't come down to Scarlett not liking him, she really, really does...she just doesn't want all the responsibility that comes along with being with a prince. (This seems to be a common problem with the O'Grady men. 😂)  Honestly, I love how dedicated Cian is to his cause, as he's the best sunshiny, cinnamon roll kind of guy and he treats everyone in his orbit with top-tier royal treatment. 

Rags to Royals has a ton of wonderful family moments; from the O'Grady family, the Laundry's, and Scarlett's. This is another wonderful read that encompasses so much and I loved the entire book!
432 reviews1 follower
September 29, 2024
In this fictional world, Cian is the youngest prince of Cara, who has left his country for the U.S. many years ago. He has an amazing weekend with Scarlett in New Orleans but she slips away quietly before he wakes.

After nineteen months, he finally finds Scarlett in Ohio but she is hesitant to start a relationship with him as she acted differently during their time together and she highly doubts that he truly loves her. This is due to her lack of confidence in herself and further exacerbated by their various differences: status, age (she’s older), wealth and so on. They agree on a nineteen days pact for Cian to really get to know Scarlett, after which, if he can forget her he will marry someone else as per his grandfather’s (the King) arrangement.

Though I have not read the previous books, it is easy to follow the plot as there is a quick and concise summary at the start. I really liked the friendship between Henry and Cian here, and the unconditional support between the sisters, Ruby and Scarlett. The hypocrites were totally horrible and the truth is we see them in real life everywhere, though in this book, the context is a religious institution.
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429 reviews13 followers
September 28, 2024
I think I love Cian O'Grady most of all. Ever since his sister Fiona showed up in Autre and the brothers and bodyguards soon followed, Cian has continually been a favorite side character, and Rags to Royals has solidified why he's my favorite of the O'Grady's. He quietly just wants to take care of everyone and wants to be a part of the lives of the people he loves in any way possible.

Enter Scarlett Gale, whom Cian spent one weekend with nineteen months ago, and he's been searching for her ever since. She's a single mom just trying to quietly live her life in her hometown with help from her twin, Ruby. When Cian, with the help of his bodyguard, Henry, finally finds Scarlett... he'll do anything to make her his. I adore everything about Scarlett and Cian as a couple. Scarlett's tenacity and strength is uplifting, and her daughter, Mariah, and Mariah's BFF Greta are probably my favorite side characters of this book. Also, all of the Wizard of Oz references... chef's kiss.

"I've told you I don't fall in love. Except with you."
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5,188 reviews187 followers
September 27, 2024
5 Star Review Rags to Royals (Royals Gone Rogue #3) by Erin Nicolle
 
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Having read the previous books in the latest series from Erin Nicolle I couldn’t wait to read Rqgs To Royals. From the first chapter I was invested in the story that Ms. Nicolle wove about Cian O'Grady and the woman he falls for Scarlett.

Blindsided by his grandfather demanding that he marry within a month Cian is desperate to find the woman he fell for two years ago.

Travelling to Ohio with his bodyguard, Henry after learning she has finally been found, he re-connects with single mum Scarlett.

The story was well paced, the characters engaging and there was a good balance of romance, humour and emotions.

I fell hard and fast for Cian, he is my idea of a book boyfriend. This book was a wonderful read and one I thoroughly enjoyed.
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1,220 reviews27 followers
September 26, 2024
Thank you to the author and The Author Agency for the eARC.

I love a playboy who falls hard. Cian had one wild weekend with Scarlet 19 months ago and he can’t forget about her. He’s been searching for her ever since. When his grandfather informs him he needs to marry *someone else*, he rushes to find her and convince Scarlet to give him a real chance.

I enjoyed the interactions between Scarlet and Cian. Both definitely were obsessed, but I liked that they got to know each other all over again. It wasn’t just steamy spice, they had some real deep discussions and true emotional development.

The side characters really enhanced this story. Scarlet’s daughter and sister, Cian’s best friend/bodyguard, and even a few of the OG characters from Autre, LA make an appearance!

Another great read from Erin Nicolle and I’m sooooo ready for Jonas’ and Ruby’s story.
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249 reviews3 followers
September 22, 2024
This one definitely started off with a bang- never a dull O'Grady family gathering! Cian is caught off guard twice- once thanks to his grandfather, the King, surprise you'll marry in one month and once thanks to Henry, his bodyguard, surprise I found your Cinderella. In order to avoid marrying someone other than the woman he loves, Scarlett, Cian and Henry head to Ohio where they're greeted unhappily by both Scarlett and her sister Ruby. Both Cian and Henry have their hands full with two reluctant ladies, who battle pasts that left deep scars. This story has many layers from serious to entertaining- all worked well together and this was a great escape (can't wait for Henry's story!!)
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245 reviews
September 25, 2024
Oh my goodness- the very first chapter sucked me in and I struggled to put this book down! I loved Scarlett, Ruby, and Mariah! I already knew I loved Cian from previous books, and he and Scarlett are a great match. I loved seeing Cian come into his own and find his passion, and seeing Scarlett figure out what makes her happy. I really loved all the cameos from the Autre gang and the Cara friends and family. Now I can’t wait for Ruby and Henry’s book, especially knowing Cian, Scarlett, and Mariah will probably be big parts of it!
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19 reviews
September 26, 2024
I was thrilled to get this ARC. Erin is one of my favorite authors, so I just need to get that out of the way. Cian has been a character since Kiss My Giraffe. Really got to see a lot of this golden retriever hero in Rocked Bayou, where he was already searching for Scarlett. When his grandfather arranged a marriage for him, he has to see Scarlett. If he can convince her what they have is real, he doesn't have to marry Astrid. He wants 19 days from Scarlett to prove their love is real, she wants 19 days to convince him it's not. This story brings the Heat, the feels, the HEA. ❤️🌶️🔥
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1,193 reviews41 followers
September 27, 2024
Oh Cian, what a charming, caring, loving prince. I am in love with him, swoon.
The way that he doesn’t give up on Scarlett shows how truly and madly he is in love with her. Plus how protective he is of Mariah and Ruby too makes my heart happy. He is The Book Boyfriend.
I also love how strong and resilient Scarlett is, with everything she “has to prove” to her town that she’s changed, which I personally think she has nothing to prove to them, she has a lot on her plate. Now she has to try and hide that Cian the Prince is in town.
Can’t wait for Henry and Ruby’s book. It sounds so good.
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1,768 reviews24 followers
September 25, 2024
After a weekend fling she disappeared and he’s been looking for her ever since. Cian O’Grady is the Playboy Prince but he’s not playing anymore. Scarlet is a single Mom who doesn’t want a relationship. Little by little he worms his way into her heart.
I’ve been looking forward to this one since Cian first showed up on the scene and it sure didn’t disappoint. Henry and Ruby are next and I can’t wait.
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551 reviews5 followers
September 26, 2024
Who wouldn’t love a dirty talking prince who would do anything for you? I absolutely loved Cian! He meets Scarlett and has a weekend fling. He instantly falls for her but she disappears. It’s a couple years before he finds out where she is. The question is how will Scarlett react when he reaches out? Will she open to “talk” things out?
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7,883 reviews154 followers
September 20, 2024
From heartbreaker to heartwarming is a wild ride. Rags to Royals finds humor in the heartache. Unpredictable dares to be irresistible. Nicolle delivers raw emotion with endearing accuracy. Scarlett and Cian bring heat and heart and leave you with a smile.
September 28, 2024
Rating: 3.5⭐️/5 (rounded up!)

This enjoyable read features humor, relatable characters, and a lighthearted story. It’s a fun standalone that will keep you engaged.

A huge thank you to The Author Agency and Erin Nicolle for the ARC!

Release date: 10/02/2024.
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1,322 reviews19 followers
September 28, 2024
Cian and Scarlett are perfect for each other. I loved the way he brings down her walls. They give each other something they each need. I loved the characters and enjoyed the storyline. Overall a good read.
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932 reviews36 followers
September 25, 2024
Have you ever loved a book so much, you're just not sure how your review will do it justice? Like saying "I love this book!" just isn't enough. THIS IS THAT BOOK!!

We met Cian way back in Autre (this book is completely stand alone but Cian did appear in other books). We knew he had fallen HARD for a woman who disappeared. We knew he was searching for her....but we didn't know Scarlett. Scarlett is a tough cookie. And I say that with all the love in the world because she had to be and yet she is still completely delightful. She's a great mom, sister and friend. She's trying her best to live a good life and she really has no time for a charming prince. And that's just where this story begins.

This book made my heart happy! I loved both the main characters and all the side characters (some new to me, some old friends). I was sad when this story was over and delighted when there was a bonus chapter. And I can not wait for Henry's book. Just read it!! :)
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