From New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Claire Contreras comes a new story in her Sexy Royals series… inside watching the world pass her by. That’s why she decides that while her older brothers are off on their usual summer holidays, she’s going to quietly pack her things and travel to the one place her parents have always forbidden her to step foot on – Ibiza.
As the star of the French premiere fútball league, Benjamin Drake has it all – the money, the cars, the clothing contracts, and any woman he wants. Problem is, the only woman Ben has ever wanted badly enough to stop partying is Princess Pilar, the one he can never, ever have. Despite his fame and achievements, in Pilar’s world, she’ll always be royalty and he’ll always be a kid from the wrong side of the tracks who got lucky. He’d never be accepted. He knows that. Yet, when he spots Pilar partying at the same club as him, all bets are off. He’s determined to get her in his bed, even if it’s just for one night.
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What do a rule-following princess, a sexy futball star, and a summer in Ibiza have in common, you ask? They’re at the heart of THE NAUGHTY PRINCESS, the new novella in the Sexy Royals series by author Claire Contreras.
The Sexy Royals series and 1001 Dark Nights is a match made in romance heaven. Having read THE SINFUL KING, I already knew that I was going to like Princess Pilar’s story, and THE NAUGHTY PRINCESS, a sizzly steamy semi-forbidden romance, hits all of the marks.
As French royalty, Pilar knows all about following the rules. But when a summer away from it all brings her and her longtime crush together, Pilar is ready to do a little rule breaking with pro athlete and playboy Benjamin.
What begins as a sexy ‘what happens in Ibiza stays in Ibiza’ interlude turns into something much more, because even though these two couldn’t be more different, what they end up finding in each other is more than just a fling.
Now that both Pilar and her brother Elias have found their HEAs, only one royal sibling’s story remains. I can’t wait to see what Claire has up her sleeve for bad boy Aramis, because it promises to be all kinds of good. In the meantime, grab the first two sexy royals and enjoy.
Sexy royal romp! Stellar royal romance between the sheltered, good girl princess and the rough, playboy footballer. An island vacation for Princess Pilar brings her face to face with her crush and brothers’ friend, the hot baller, Benjamin Drake. They have been acquainted for a few years now but this is the first time they’ve been in the same place without the other royals. Always the stay-out-of-trouble girl it’s time to play and Pilar wants to play with the sexy Ben. He knows he shouldn’t but Pilar’s innocence and beauty has him playing along when she suggests getting sexy between the sheets. Ben comes from a very difference background and he has a few secrets plus he’s anti relationship. The couple spends time together thinking they are out of the paparazzi’s view but there’s someone else ready to out them. I really loved this couple together. Pilar is strong and sugar sweet while Ben is more of a street kid that used football to keep him out of the gutter. Pilar comes into her own and Ben softens a bit as these two find their way to love. Terrific writing, a wonderful couple and a sweet and sexy romance with a dash of mystery and intrigue makes this an entertaining read. I voluntarily reviewed an ARC.
Despite the shorter length of this story, it still packed quite the emotional punch. Pilar is an incredible character & I loved watching her relationship with Ben come alive on the pages. After reading Elias’ book, I especially enjoyed reading the sibling interactions from Pilar’s point of view. I love her relationship with her brother Aramis and Claire did such a great job setting up his book. I absolutely can’t wait to read more about this royal family.
Who would have thought that Pilar had it in her?
I loved her character in Sinful King and she was the proper Princess- quiet, beautiful and loyal.
Benjamin is sexy and famous and you can feel the attraction between him and Princess Pilar- it is sizzling and when they give in to temptation … it is scorching hot!!!
In this novella, Claire Contreras has delivered a story that proves that love always wins.
It was steamy, addictive and too short for me! I cannot wait till we get Aramis story!
It was short, sweet, and sexy.
I definitely recommend this book.
Don’t fret! Even though this is a novella it sure does pack a punch! It came at a time I really needed it and brought me right out of a major book funk!
4 stars for the sinfully sweet & sexy novella!
This book was hot and so sweet and exactly what I needed. Ben will set your panties on fire. I think I love him more than Elias. Fans of The Player will be thrilled to see some familiar faces. The Naughty Princess didn’t feel like a novella, the author delivered a full length story with the way the plot developed effortlessly.
I cannot wait for Aramis (and Joss’?) book.
The Naughty Princess is the first book from this author that I have read, and I had a hard time putting it down. I loved reading and following Pilar and Ben’s story and look forward to reading more from Claire Contreras.
This is a fun novella in the Naughty Royals series featuring Pilar, Elias and Aramis’ sister. We first met her in book one.
Pilar could be called the luckiest of the three royals. Her older brother is the King, her younger brother finds trouble everywhere he goes but she has managed to fly under the radar so far. She doesn’t really do anything that brings unwanted attention on their family and she enjoys a great social life of sorts – nothing like her brothers.
Pilar knows there is a lot more fun to be had and she decides to find it in Ibiza, a place she has never been allowed to go to which makes it all the more thrilling. It seems that the gods of fun are looking after her when she bumps in Benjamin Drake, football star and her drop dead gorgeous fantasy crush. They have crossed paths many times over the years but never like this.
What happens in Ibiza stays in Ibiza right? But what if it follows her home too…
This was a great read, lots happening, slightly lengthier novella but it went by so fast, I hope we get more of this couple.
I wanted to start off by saying that although this is a novella based on the world of the Naughty Royals series, it can absolutely be read alone. I love Claire Contreras’ writing so I knew this was going to be great. I have not gotten around to reading The Sinful King yet but you better believe it I one clicked that story right after I finished reading this gem.
Princess Pilar and Benjamin’s story though it’s quick it is packed with a lot of feels. And it also helps that I LOVE all things Royals.
This story is DEFINITELY a must read.
Naughty princess indeed!
I love that this story is included in the 1001 Dark Nights Series. It helps keep Pilar’s story separate while keeping me involved in this royal family and all the scandal that comes with it.
Pilar and Ben light the pages on fire with the chemistry they share yet try not to acknowledge.
“Who would have known underneath all that you were such a naughty princess?”
“I’m only naughty with you.”
While short and sweet, The Naughty Princess gave me everything I was looking for : Love, suspense, lust and secrets all wrapped up with a smokin hot, footballin’ frog ready for me to…well, you get the idea.
If you haven’t yet started this series, you definitely need to jump on it. I am eager to see where Claire will take me next with these royals (though I have my ideas). Perfect addition to this series!
This book is truly perfect!!! It gave me ALL THE FEELS.
I was so intrigued by Pilar since we met her in The Sinful King, so when Claire announced that she was getting her own book I was so excited. Pilar is not who you think she is, she is someone who just needs to be understood, so when she meets Ben things change for her in a way she didn’t see coming. Ben was EVERYTHING!!!!
I seriously loved him so much, the way he is with Pilar…. SWOON!!!! This book is everything I needed!!!!
I loved this sweet and sexy Naughty Royals novella. We first met Princess Pilar and footballer Benjamin Drake in The Sinful King. When I learned they were getting a story together, I knew I needed it immediately.
These two have amazing chemistry. Their dialogue was on point. The steam… *blows out breath* perfection. I could not get enough. For being a novella, Claire Contreras did a great job making the book feel complete. I did not feel like it was missing anything. I mean of course, I wished it was longer. That’s purely because I’m selfish and adore this couple.
I love this royal family. King Elias, Prince Aramis, Princess Pilar have the strongest bond and they really look out for each other. I can’t wait to get more stories in the Naughty Royals series. Fingers crossed we get Aramis’s story soon.
I have been looking forward to reading Pilar’s story since her appearance in The Sinful King. She’s a force to be reckoned with…she did not disappoint! Pilar and Ben’s story was so worth the wait! I enjoyed their sexual attraction and chemistry is explosive ! My fellow romance readers are to going love the story
This was such a sweet and steamy novella. It didn’t feel short like a lot of novellas do and I felt as if I got a complete story.
Pilar has never had a chance to really live. As a princess, she has always done what she’s told, and behaves herself. She stays under the radar, and out of the press, until she finally goes out with her long time crush and famous footballer, Benjamin Drake.
I love Ben and Pilar so much. Watching them navigate their feelings was a pure joy and their chemistry is completely undeniable. They were able to overcome fears, insecurities, and were finally able to find their happily ever after.
I can’t wait to get my hands on Aramis’s story! It’s sure to be a ride and I’m so excited to get on.
Grateful to have received a complimentary ARC copy to honestly review.
You met Pilar in her older brother Elia’s book, The Sinful King. She’s the dutiful princess, always there to do what’s best for the Crown.
In this saucy novella, Claire Contreras sets Pilar free from expectations and lets her rock the headboard with the delectable Benjamin Drake, a fútbol player who likes to have a good time. Of course, Contreras can’t let Pilar enjoy herself without some drama and conflict, but those make the book even more fun.
Given the brevity of the book, there isn’t much time spent on character development. What you have here is a fast, spicy book that focuses squarely on plot points. You go from this to that to the next thing without having a lot of demands made on you to Feel and Think and Ponder. The focus here is fun with a few twists.
And if you enjoy a royal romance like I do, you’ll like this book even more.
3.5 stars
I absolutely loved this sweet and sexy romance by Claire Contreras. If you read The Sinful King, then you already know Pilar as Elias’ sister. After reading The Sinful King, I realized I needed ALL of their stories, each side character from that book intrigued me in different ways. Pilar because she seemed to be the protected little sister; almost sheltered….not able to live her life due to who she was and the things expected of her.
Being royalty means you’re expected to act a certain way both in and out of the public’s eye, this is never a problem for Princess Pilar…until Ben Mackenzie comes along. Nevermind, that she’s had a crush on him for years or that everyone is aware of said crush but THIS TIME he is giving her the exact kind of attention that she wants. She’d be insane to turn him away. What starts out as innocent and just a bit of extra fun quickly turns serious as both Ben & Pilar try to find a way for their worlds to co-exist. Only problem is Ben has secrets and just wait until Pilar finds out about these secrets! My heart might have initially broke for one of these characters but ultimately I was sad at what both would lose out on.
I loved the attraction between these two and swooned over how quickly Ben stood up to Pilar’s brothers. Even though Pilar has to maintain a certain image in public, I LOVE how she quickly learns to deal with Ben’s past in a way that leaves their jaw on the floor.
I truly enjoyed this royal world and can’t wait for more!!! The Naughty Princess can be read as a standalone but if you are a royal trope lover you can also read The Sinful King; book 1 in this Naughty Royals series by Claire Contreras
Princess Pilar has spent her life in the spotlight as a member of the French Royal Family.
After her brother Elias, the newly coronated King, gives his blessing for her to take a holiday. While on holiday, she is reunited with a family friend, Soccer player Benjamin Drake.
Known for his playboy ways…Ben has secrets of his own and a personal life he keeps under lock and key all night one truly knows his innermost secrets.
When chemistry and sexual attraction become unmanageable…no one gets away unscathed…not even a Princess…
Pilar is tired of being the good girl and is ready to break free. Her eyes are set on fútball player Benjamin Drake. Benjamin is definitely interested but soon they both discover they want more. Benjamin has a secret will the secret pull them apart or closer together.
Loved this book. It was hot hot hot!!
These royal family is the most incredible family I’ve read in a long time! I had to read this book in one sitting because in Miss Contrera’s true fashion, she delivered an incredible sexy story!