Who Would Like This Book:
If you're a sucker for feel-good, swoony romance with witty banter, diverse characters, and just the right amount of political fantasy, you'll fall head over heels for this book. It's perfect for fans of rom-coms, the enemies-to-lovers trope, and anyone who longs for some escapism into a reality where things are a bit more hopeful - think The West Wing meets royal fanfiction. It’s especially resonant for Millennial and Gen Z readers who will vibe with the modern humor and meme-worthy, pop culture-laced dialogue. Plus, if seeing queer love stories take center stage is important to you, this is a must-read.
Who May Not Like This Book:
Some readers struggled with the book’s length, fast-paced and quippy narrative style, and found the political and royal world-building a stretch in terms of realism. If you prefer your romances subtle, the sometimes over-the-top melodrama, explicit scenes, and heavy millennial humor might grate on you. The story might not click if you dislike stories that read like fanfiction, aren’t keen on politics woven into romance, or if you’re looking for nuanced takes on serious issues - its optimistic, bubblegum tone doesn’t suit everyone!
About:
In an alternative version of 2020, 'Red, White & Royal Blue' by Casey McQuiston follows the romantic journey between Alex, the son of the first female president of the United States, and Henry, a prince of England. The book presents a witty, fun, and heartwarming narrative that explores the complex relationship between the two characters as they navigate their love amidst political tensions and personal discoveries. The writing style of the book is engaging, offering a mix of romance, humor, and political drama that creates a compelling and optimistic storyline.
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Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings
Content warnings include themes of public outing, political scandals, anxiety, and potential mental health challenges.
Has Romance?
The romance is a central aspect of the book, driving the plot and character development throughout.
From The Publisher:
* Instant NEW YORK TIMES and USA TODAY bestseller *
* GOODREADS CHOICE AWARD WINNER for BEST DEBUT and BEST ROMANCE of 2019 *
* BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR* for VOGUE, NPR, VANITY FAIR, and more! *
What happens when America's First Son falls in love with the Prince of Wales?
When his mother became President, Alex Claremont-Diaz was promptly cast as the American equivalent of a young royal. Handsome, charismatic, genius-his image is pure millennial-marketing gold for the White House. There's only one problem: Alex has a beef with the actual prince, Henry, across the pond. And when the tabloids get hold of a photo involving an Alex-Henry altercation, U.S./British relations take a turn for the worse.
Heads of family, state, and other handlers devise a plan for damage control: staging a truce between the two rivals. What at first begins as a fake, Instragramable friendship grows deeper, and more dangerous, than either Alex or Henry could have imagined. Soon Alex finds himself hurtling into a secret romance with a surprisingly unstuffy Henry that could derail the campaign and upend two nations and begs the question: Can love save the world after all? Where do we find the courage, and the power, to be the people we are meant to be? And how can we learn to let our true colors shine through? Casey McQuiston's Red, White & Royal Blue proves: true love isn't always diplomatic.
"I took this with me wherever I went and stole every second I had to read! Absorbing, hilarious, tender, sexy-this book had everything I crave. I'm jealous of all the readers out there who still get to experience Red, White & Royal Blue for the first time!" - Christina Lauren, New York Times bestselling author of The Unhoneymooners
"Red, White & Royal Blue is outrageously fun. It is romantic, sexy, witty, and thrilling. I loved every second." - Taylor Jenkins Reid, New York Times bestselling author of Daisy Jones & The Six
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20 comment(s)
oh boy. this ain't it, chief. someone needs to actually radicalize you guys.
This book is, despite my deep skepticism towards contemporary romance novels, a fun and well-written read.
Wow! this book is amazing. Yes it’s very cheesy and has many clichés in it, but it incorporates them into the story in the best way possible. I absolutely loved it!
A fun light read. Well intentioned but easy to see that it was written by a women. It still tugged at all the right strings.
I would really like this alternate version of the presidency please.
4/5 ⭐️
The version of 2016 we all needed. I was skeptical halfway through and wondering where this would lead. Worth the read, beyond obsessed with the story and characters. Cried multiple times. V good.
DNF at chapter 2. Making your character a collection of British stereotypes and then lampshading and whining how much of a caaardboard cutooout he is... does not make good writing.
The ‘Valley girl speak’, as someone else called it, is irritating as well. It’s not precisely ‘Valley girl’, but it does smack of wanting to show how cool! And down to earth! And with it! The characters are.
The one thing I liked about it is that it shows how ludicrous the protagonist’s dislike of the royal family is when the Americans venerate their president in an extremely similar way.
Lovable characters, perfect pace, laugh out loud moments, steamy scenes. Absolutely A+ read
When I read it about a year ago I gave it 3 stars and remember being pretty bumbed by it thinking it was rather over hyped. However I've been thinking about it from time to time. I decided to give it another go and hoped to enjoy it more. While I love the concept, it still wasn't a loveble read for me. Not terrible but not that great either
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About the Author:
CASEY MCQUISTON is the New York Times bestselling author of One Last Stop and Red, White & Royal Blue, as well as a pie enthusiast. Born and raised in southern Louisiana, Casey now lives in New York City with Pepper, a poodle mix and semi-pro personal assistant.
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