A review by asparagusisreading
Monster Mixer by Robin Jo Margaret

inspiring lighthearted

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes

5.0

A sweet and spicy short story collection about Monster Mixer, an event where any and all monsters and humans (with invites and check ups of course) attend for consensual hookups with the possibility of more, sexually, romantically, and platonically. The five interconnected stories featured a variety of monster and human characters, two stories centering on the same couple, each with effortless and respectful inclusive representation (list below). The sex and sex discussions were explicit but featured lots of consent, after care, no judgement, and honest communication that I appreciated. This is the second book I’ve read by Robin Jo Margaret  and I continue to be very impressed with their stories and left wanting more time with the characters. Can’t wait for their future work!

representation: Trans rep (Trans Man and Trans Woman), Plus Size Characters, Bisexual rep, Pansexual rep, Gay rep, Autistic rep, Polyamory rep