When the American President comes to visit, Evan finds herself the center of attention once again as Thaddeus, the President's son shows interest in her. Gossip and innuendo follow Evan as she tries to find a way to be useful in her new role. Suddenly, though, that doesn't seem important when threats against her life and Kit's make it impossible for her to anything but hang out in the castle.

Royal Scandal continues the story of Evan and her life as illegitimate daughter of the King of England. Much of the early part of this book focus on the tabloids and the distrust of Evan by the majority of the British royals and the general population of Britain. At the halfway point, the focus shifts to danger and intrigue with several attempts on Evan's life. This part of the plot is over the top dramatic as well as addicting. Unlike the first book that spent time unearthing a mystery, this is more of a thriller. Overall, Royal Scandal is a very engrossing and entertaining read by lacks the charm of the first book in the series. ( )