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The Shameless Book Club
Review: Red, White & Royal Blue
Jun 27, 2023
In this podcast, the hosts discuss the book 'Red, White & Royal Blue' and share their opinions on its slow start, youthful writing style, and predictable ending. They also talk about the portrayal of youthfulness and balance in the book, defend it against criticism, and discuss character development and portrayal. The hosts rate and discuss the book, announce a giveaway, and briefly mention their own book 'The Space Between'.
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- The characters in Red, White and Royal Blue received mixed reviews, with some being well-developed while others felt underdeveloped and lacked depth.
- The book's exploration of systems, control, and breaking free from societal expectations was appreciated by some readers.
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Summary of "Red, White and Royal Blue"
Casey McQuiston's debut novel, Red, White and Royal Blue, follows the love story between Alex Claremont Diaz, the son of the first female president of the United States, and British Prince Cole Henry. The book received mixed reviews from the Shameless team. Some found the first 100 pages slow and struggled with the believability of the characters and dialogue, while others enjoyed the easy readability and youthful energy. The book is described as an escapist, lighthearted romance with elements of fan fiction. The sex scenes were praised for their honest and vivid portrayal of gay relationships. The book also explores fame, politics, and the intrusion of the public. The ending, while somewhat predictable, provided closure and a happy ending for the main characters. Overall, the book received a range of ratings from the Shameless team, with scores ranging from 5.5 to 8 out of 10.
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