While most stories involving princes and princesses revolve around poisoned apples, fairy godmothers or glass slippers, Jerramy Fine’s debut memoir, “Someday My Prince Will Come: True Adventures of a Wannabe Princess,” reads like a real life fairytale.
Once upon a time in a far away kingdom called Colorado, Fine was born into a family ruled by hippie parents who showed no signs of being royal. Like most fair maidens, Fine believes there is something better for her out in the real world, so she sets out to find her prince.
“Someday My Prince Will Come” is a charming memoir that follows the imagination of a young girl who dreams of becoming a real-life princess.
Fine does not set her sights on the classic Disney princes like Prince Charming or Prince Eric. Instead, she traces the Windsor family tree and finds her one and only: Peter Mark Andrew Phillips, the only son of Princess Anne.
Fine spends her childhood pining for Prince Peter, and like any obsessed young girl, sends love letters to her true love. It is only years later when she decides to take a leap of faith that her true destiny folds out in front of her.
Fine travels across the pond to England and settles into a flat in London, the breeding ground for rich aristocrats.
Fine takes readers along with her as she tackles the world of English dating and dining.
Through a series of rocky and hysterical experiences such as partying with Sarah Ferguson, the Duchess of York, things begin to look up for Fine since, after all, Fergie is Prince Peter’s aunt.
Like any true fairytale, Fine encounters some tough times on her way to finding happiness, but she proves time and time again that as long as she follows her heart, the amount of tears that are shed doesn’t really matter.
Fine’s writing style is clever and witty as she describes her quest of conquering Buckingham Palace.
Fine’s slightly offbeat character is a relatable combination of Snow White and Bridget Jones, without the dash of Prince Charming or the raw sensuality of Mr. Darcy by her side. Fine’s novel is truly a pleasant story that reinforces the fact that anything can happen with a lot of persistence and a little lip gloss.
“Someday My Prince Will Come” is truly an enchanting read from start to finish. Fine captures the idyllic fantasy of becoming a princess that so many American girls have and shares a glimpse of life in a country with somewhat of a monarchy.
Fine’s memoir is more than just a clever love story; it is proof that the imagination has the power to bring all sorts of wonder and beauty into everyone’s lives. Fine’s story is appropriate for both those young in love and young at heart.
“Someday My Prince Will Come” is an easy read to escape from the average American life and indulge in a little English flair.
As for Fine and her prince, there is only one way to find out if she lived happily ever after.