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A review by acjuat
Red, White & Royal Blue by Casey McQuiston
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
Listened to this on Audible and didn't regret it. The narrator was funny and did a great job at characterizing all the different voices, and it made the story more fun.
The buildup towards the relationship between Alex and Henry is what really drew me in and was my favorite part of this book. It was funny, cute, and had my whole body clenching when things finally started going down. Absolutely loved it, but will say that after they get together and the tension seemed to lessen, I lost interest a little and I felt it get kinda corny.
Nevertheless, I was happy with the story and loved the happy ending. Gave me hope and was heartwarming to know that the gays win this one :,) The sad and tragic gay story trope is TIRED and this did the gays justice for sure. I had fun :^)
Shoutout to Meesh for the recommendation!
The buildup towards the relationship between Alex and Henry is what really drew me in and was my favorite part of this book. It was funny, cute, and had my whole body clenching when things finally started going down. Absolutely loved it, but will say that after they get together and the tension seemed to lessen, I lost interest a little and I felt it get kinda corny.
Nevertheless, I was happy with the story and loved the happy ending. Gave me hope and was heartwarming to know that the gays win this one :,) The sad and tragic gay story trope is TIRED and this did the gays justice for sure. I had fun :^)
Shoutout to Meesh for the recommendation!
Content Warnings
Minor: Drug abuse, Hate crime, Homophobia, and Sexual assault