This was so reminiscent of my young adult years when I gobbled up historical romance like candy. It kinda makes me laugh at the nostalgia of it.

So you classically have a high lord, or in this case a prince who needs to pick a spouse from a respectable family to strengthen political ties. This must be done out of duty and obligation; love is not a prerequisite for marriage.

Stiles laments that he cannot be granted a love match, but seeing as how he is the future king of his territory, an alliance is needed with the Hale kingdom. Feelings are mutual regarding Cora and Derek and one of them will be chosen to marry the prince.

This had all the requisite inner turmoil ramblings of the genre. Lots of "he's only with me because he was forced into it", "he'll never love me like I want him too", "I will be resigned to us one day caring for each other but love is a fool's dream", etc. However I was ok with that because that's my kind of angst!

In between jousts and secret smexy assignations, a big wrench in the form of Kate is thrown in. Misunderstandings ensue, and feelings get hurt. Included are some subplots regarding the supporting cast that some might not be interested in. Overall a nice diversion and different, but entertaining take on Sterek.