The False Prince

The False Prince
by Jennifer A. Nielsen

Reviewer: Ashley F.
Genre: Adventure, Fantasy

A canning nobleman shows up, gathering orphaned boys with Sage along with them.  The nobleman, Connor, plans to train the boys as a passable impersonator for the long-lost prince of the kingdom with him as the puppeteer in the background.  He claims this is for the good of the kingdom but defiant Sage knows that's more than questionable.  It's a fight to become the perfect prince as all the others will surely be killed.

Right off the bat, readers will root for Sage, his voice and sarcastic humor capturing their attention.  It's hard to not cheer for such a lovable character who's determined to stay true to himself. 

Watching layer upon layer of deceit and treachery unfold keeps you on the edge of your seat until the shocking and dangerous secret is revealed.  

I absolutely loved this book and no doubt made it one of my favorites.