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

adventurous challenging emotional funny hopeful inspiring reflective tense fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

So I have had this one on my shelf for a while now, and I was determined to include this in my Pride reads for June. Although I try to read LGBTQA+ themed stories and authors year round, I really emphasize them in June since they are still definitely in the minority of published works; I am so glad I finally read this one! McQuiston creates characters that are lovable and realistic, and her alternate reality is believable. I know many of us had been disappointed with how the 2016 election turned out, especially those of who are queer or who LGBTQA+ family, and I really enjoyed being able to imagine what could have been. I know that Prince Harry (who I’m pretty sure is Prince Henry) is married, but it was definitely fun to consider a FSOTUS-Royal romance. Prince Henry and Alex are both funny, charming, and totally what you’d picture the children of global leaders would be like behind closed doors. I found myself alternating between laughing, wanting to cry, and cheering them on. If you haven’t read Red, White, & Royal Blue yet, you’re missing out! 

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