Resilient Reign by Aleatha Romig

Resilient Reign is the second book in Aleatha Romig's brand new series, Royal Reflections, and it immediately picks up after Ruthless Reign. Lucille and Roman are confronted with a dangerous revelation that may cost them their lives. Not everything is what is seems and no one can be trusted. Lucille is shocked, confused, but determined to make things right by continuing on with her role as a princess and wife. Roman is not who he really is but she is already helplessly in love with him. Roman/Oliver is similarly in love with Lucille and he is adamant about protecting her at all cost—even with his own demise. The mystery behind what happened to the real Roman remains a prevalent question throughout the story and is magnified by the fact that there are forces who want all versions of him dead. The book does end with a shocking cliffhanger that will threaten Lucille and Roman's love and happy ending.

"You're more than an accessory. You are my resilient lifeline and now, as fate has worked its strange reflections, I'm yours.

In the end, while we are given more questions than answers, Resilient Reign continues on the same dangerous path as Lucille and Roman are forced to confront the royal family's secrets and enemies who want them dead. Once again, Aleatha Romig fantastically builds up the momentum in the final act of the book when Roman is confronted with another version of himself and a betrayal that may cost him his life. There is no denying the fact that this unique take on royal romance with Aleatha Romig's style of writing will have you questioning everything. I highly recommend this book and series to those who love the forbidden romance and fake identity tropes as it features a dedicated and loyal hero who will stop at nothing to protect his sweet and hopeful heroine.

*This ARC was generously provided by the author and publisher for an honest review*

Rating: ★★★★☆