A review by starlitpage
Red, White & Royal Blue by Casey McQuiston

emotional funny hopeful fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.75

This is a book I loved so much I wanted to reread it. The writing is fun, clever, beautiful in places and humorously casual often. The relationship is warm and resonant, and the underpinning theme is fiercely hopeful. There is a lot more sex, drinking, and even drugs than I am truly comfortable with, but I still love this book. Like despite the poor decisions and bastardry, I can't help loving Alex (Henry is less conflicting to me). I expect I'll reread this one again...maybe in another 4 years, if I need a dose of hope and distraction. 
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