A royal title, a budding romance, and a summer that changes everything.
In The Rules of Royalty, Cale Dietrich crafts a charming and heartwarming tale of self-discovery, family bonds, and first love. Jamie Johnson is a typical American teenager—until the shocking revelation that he’s a prince of Mitanor uproots his ordinary life. Whisked away to meet his biological father, King Alexander, Jamie embarks on a summer of royal lessons and heartfelt reunions, marked by warmth, respect, and support from his adoptive, step, and newfound royal families.
Amid the whirlwind, Jamie is paired with Prince Erik of Sunstad, his tutor in the intricate “rules of royalty.” But Erik becomes far more than just a guide; their connection grows into a tender, slow-burn romance. Dietrich balances alternating first-person chapters from Jamie and Erik, immersing readers in the blossoming relationship between two kind and honest young men.
The story doesn’t shy away from addressing challenges, whether it’s Jamie’s struggle with newfound fame or his estranged relationship with his best friend, Max. Still, it’s a narrative built on healthy relationships and open communication, from Jamie’s supportive families to Erik’s loving bond with his brother, Crown Prince Stefan. Though the boys’ voices sometimes blend together, the journey they take—filled with royal protocol, press conferences, and stolen moments of connection—is an utter delight.
The Rules of Royalty is a cozy, feel-good romance with a fairy-tale twist that will leave readers smiling.
