The Royals Upstairs BY Karina Halle

James Hunter never thought protecting royalty would be so...domestic. After years of high-stakes assignments, he's now stuck at a secluded Norwegian estate, chasing after the royal children instead of criminals. But his biggest challenge isn't the mischievous kids or the endless meddling by the palace staff—it's Laila Bruset, the royal nanny and the woman whose heart he shattered years ago.

Laila never imagined that taking a job as the royal nanny would mean confronting her past, especially not in the form of James Hunter. She'd taken the position to be closer to her ailing grandmother in Oslo, not to reopen old wounds. Yet, despite her best efforts to keep things professional, the fiery attraction between them refuses to die. Every encounter with James reignites feelings she thought she'd buried, making it impossible to forget the chemistry they once shared.

As they navigate the pressures of royal duty, the playful animosity between them evolves into something much more intense. The children’s antics bring them closer together, forcing them to work as a team, while their unresolved feelings create a tension that simmers just below the surface. Despite the pain of their past, neither can deny the sparks that still fly between them.

Now, James and Laila must decide if they're willing to risk their hearts again. Will they let their past mistakes dictate their future, or will they seize this second chance at love, even if it means breaking all the rules?