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Just Ella
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Clean, romantic, YA, coming of age

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Katie (hiding in the pages)
It's true--I was one of those girls who wished to be a princess. In fact, I was obsessed with Princess Diana and even now love any "royal" news. How could I not absolutely fall in love with this story?! What I found to be ironic is that Ariella is a princess but doesn't really want to be one. How could she not? Well...after this glimpse, however fictional it may be, into the life of royalty, I could definitely understand her reasoning. That didn't make me love the story any less or cause me to w ...more
Lisa  (Bookworm Lisa)
Ella is a wonderful story. The plot is wonderful and the characters are enjoyable. This book catches you in the story and pulls you along for a fun reading experience.

Ella is a Princess. Her given name is Ariella, but to her family and Gavin, she is simple Ella. She longs to find life outside of the castle walls. She finds the way when she befriends a gardener, Gavin. He helps her explore her kingdom in ways that she had only imagined. Their friendship deepens and she falls in love. The problem
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Malinda
Aug 16, 2014 rated it did not like it
This author drags her books on WAY too long. They wouldn't be so bad if she didn't try to drag them out with all sorts of lame-o drama. ...more
Valerie Waters
Aug 29, 2013 rated it it was amazing
Awwww!!!! What a great story!!! Awww....I have needed a good book like this for awhile now. This book was so great. I did get a little annoyed about some of the modern day speech and customs but the book was so amazing I am willing to overlook that. Gavin. ahhh what a guy!!! I loved Ella too. They were the perfect couple. Thank you Kath for recommending this book!!!! Thank you Chrissy for loaning it to me! ...more
Whitni
Sep 01, 2013 rated it it was amazing
I finished this book last night. I read books really fast, but I found myself not wanting to finish this book because I didn't want it to end! After reading this book, I can honestly say it is now one of my favorites! Loved, Loved it!! ...more
Jessica Plowman
Oct 27, 2013 rated it it was amazing
Loved it! So cute and a delightful read!
Marleah
Sep 02, 2013 marked it as to-read
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Oct 08, 2014 rated it it was amazing
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