A review by book0logy
Vicky Romeo Plus Joolz by Ely Percy
4.0
This is probably more a 3.75.
I really enjoyed reading this book as an insight into the gay scene of the early 2000s. The central characters are all interesting and vibrant, and the use of setting is so strong. I think my favourite character may be Vicky's step mother Sam.
The ending of the book struggles with pacing. Whilst the first three quarters focus on the mundanity of life in a really successful way, the interactions on nights out and the interpersonal relationships, the last section seems to steam roll through. I feel unresolved about a lot of the family stuff that was introduced for Vicky, and I think the lack of closure regarding her mothers relationship is my main concern. There's so much set up, that I feel like it could have a sequel. Yet the central romantic relationship has very little left to do.
I am definitely interested in reading more from this author as they have a real skill in evoking time and place. This was a good book and a quick read, and I would definitely recommend to others.
I really enjoyed reading this book as an insight into the gay scene of the early 2000s. The central characters are all interesting and vibrant, and the use of setting is so strong. I think my favourite character may be Vicky's step mother Sam.
The ending of the book struggles with pacing. Whilst the first three quarters focus on the mundanity of life in a really successful way, the interactions on nights out and the interpersonal relationships, the last section seems to steam roll through. I feel unresolved about a lot of the family stuff that was introduced for Vicky, and I think the lack of closure regarding her mothers relationship is my main concern. There's so much set up, that I feel like it could have a sequel. Yet the central romantic relationship has very little left to do.
I am definitely interested in reading more from this author as they have a real skill in evoking time and place. This was a good book and a quick read, and I would definitely recommend to others.