American Royals is a realistic fiction young adult novel that follows the royal family of America, the Washingtons. The book mostly centers around the oldest daughter, Beatrice, who is preparing to become America’s first queen. The younger sister, Samantha, is always in the shadow of Beatrice and is trying to stand out. While her twin brother, Jeff, is trying to figure out what to do with his life. To complicate things further, the only guy Samantha has feelings for is on her older sister’s list of “approved suitors” from their parents.
My favorite part of the book is when Samantha and Beatrice attempt to make mac and cheese together. It makes them realize that they can work through their problems together instead of separately. I would recommend this book to 8th/9th graders who love drama and a little romance!