Royal: A Novel by Danielle Steel

In Danielle Steel's novel, set during World War II, Princess Charlotte is sent away from war-torn London to live with a trusted noble family in Yorkshire for her safety. Using an alias, she settles into a life out of the spotlight, befriending a young evacuee and training with her cherished horse. Unexpectedly, she falls deeply in love with her protectors' son, longing for a normal life away from her royal duties.

Tragedy strikes when an infant is orphaned, and the child is raised in humble circumstances by a stable manager and his wife, unaware of her royal lineage. However, when hidden letters are discovered, a secret kept for nearly two decades is revealed, and the long-lost princess is finally reunited with her family.

Steel's novel delves into themes of family, royalty, and love, portraying an extraordinary young woman's journey and the man who helps her find her way back home. "Royal" is a captivating story of resilience, identity, and the enduring power of love, told with Steel's signature storytelling prowess.