Royal Holiday

About This Audiobook

There’s no better balm for post-election burnout than Jasmine Guillory’s *Royal Holiday*, a clever, warm-hearted escape where a workaholic mom and a prince play a game of pretend—until the lines blur. Vivian Forest, a no-nonsense fashion buyer for a department store, thinks she’s tagging along for her daughter Maddie’s dream internship in Barbados. Instead, she’s whisked into a whirlwind of royal palaces, beachside cocktails, and the most distractingly handsome man she’s ever met: Prince Maximillian. Guillory nails the push-pull of opposites attracting without leaning on tired tropes, giving us a heroine who’s refreshingly unapologetic about her ambition and a prince who’s just as flawed as he is magnetic. The vacation setting isn’t just backdrop—it’s a character itself, a sun-drenched fairy tale that makes the real world feel like a distant blizzard.

This audiobook rises even higher thanks to Janina Edwards’ narration, which crackles with wit and warmth. Edwards gives Vivian a voice that’s equal parts sardonic and vulnerable, while her portrayal of the prince leans into his aristocratic charm without veering into parody. The chemistry between the leads leaps off the audio stage, making every flirty exchange feel like you’re eavesdropping on a private show. Edwards also nails the supporting cast, from Vivian’s sassy best friend to the palace staff who feel like real people, not caricatures. With a runtime that flies by, *Royal Holiday* is the audiobook equivalent of a sugar-rush—sweet, satisfying, and impossible to put down.