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Red, White & Royal Blue: A Novel Paperback – 19 June 2020
Casey McQuiston
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Print length448 pages
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LanguageEnglish
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PublisherSt. Martin's Griffin
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Publication date19 June 2020
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Dimensions13.82 x 3 x 21.08 cm
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ISBN-101250316774
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ISBN-13978-1250316776
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* Instant NEW YORK TIMES and USA TODAY bestseller *
* GOODREADS CHOICE AWARD WINNER for BEST DEBUT and BEST ROMANCE of 2019 *
* 2020 Alex Award Winner *
A Vogue Best Novel of 2019
A Vanity Fair Best Book of 2019
One of NPR's Favorite Books of 2019
One of Entertainment Weekly's Top Ten Romance Novels of 2019
A BookPage Best of the Year
A Kirkus Best Book of 2019
A Library Journal Best Romance of 2019
A Shelf Awareness Best of the Year
A She Reads Best Romance of 2019
"[An] exquisite debut... It’s hard to watch [Alex] fall in love with Henry without falling in love a bit yourself ― with them, and with this brilliant, wonderful book." - The New York Times Book Review
"[A] fireworks in the sky, glitter in your hair joyous royal romance that you’ll want to fall head over heels in love with again and again. A+" - Entertainment Weekly
"A rivalry between the son of a U.S. president and the Prince of Wales turns into a whirlwind romance in this charming story about true love." - Us Weekly
"[An] escapist masterpiece... It’s a truly glorious thing to live inside the world of this book and to imagine it becoming reality, too." - Vogue
"The super specific love story you never knew you needed." - Cosmopolitan
"Effervescent and empowering on all levels, Red, White & Royal Blue is both a well-written love story and a celebration of identity. McQuiston may not be royal herself, but her novel reigns as must read rom-com." - NPR
"In between sweet and steamy love scenes, Red, White & Royal Blue allows readers to imagine a world where coming out involves no self-loathing; where fan fiction and activist Twitter do actual good; and a diverse, liberal White House wins elections. This Blue Wave fantasy could be the feel-good book of the summer." - Booklist, Starred Review
"The much-loved royal romance genre gets a fun and refreshing update in McQuiston's debut... The love affair between Alex and Henry is intense and romantic, made all the more so by the inclusion of their poetic emails that manage to be both funny and steamy. A clever, romantic, sexy love story." - Kirkus, Starred Review
"With a diverse cast of characters, quick-witted dialog, and a complicated relationship between to young people with the eyes of the world watching their every move, McQuiston's debut is an irresistible, hopeful, and sexy romantic comedy that considers real questions about personal and public responsibility." - Library Journal, Starred Review
“[An] outstanding debut… with quick wit and clever plotting. The drama, which involves political rivals, possible betrayals, and even a meeting with the queen, is both irresistible and delicious. Readers will be eager to see more from McQuiston.” – Publishers Weekly, Starred Review
"Red, White & Royal Blue is funny and fun, and the family and political dynamics feel spot-on, but it’s the frank and unforgettable romance between these two young men that will compel readers to start it all over again when faced with the last page. It’s that hard to say goodbye to this couple." - BookPage, Top Pick
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"Let this heartwarmingly romantic tale―about the son of an American president falling in love with the prince of Wales―be a balm for your political and cultural cynicism." - Oprahmag.com
"It's the ideal summer read, one that melds the hilarious crass-mouthed sarcasm of HBO's VEEP with supremely steamy scenes." - Bustle
"It’s moving, it’s relevant, it’s OH-SO romantic..." - Natasha is a Book Junkie
“Royal watchers, prepare yourselves, because this LGBTQ+ romance is destined to leave you swooning.” – Pop Sugar
"Casey McQuiston dazzles with Red, White & Royal Blue. Passion characterizes every moment of this smart, mischievous, gratifying and sensitive novel." - Shelf Awareness
“This is romance at its purest, carrying the reader away on a warm, funny journey... a vision of humanity at its finest.” - Dazed
"This is an enemies-to-lovers romance that will give you all the feels! You won’t want to miss this one – it’s been a favorite of mine this year." - She Reads
"Casey McQuiston reboots the royal romance with a joyful, clever, quick-witted and totally irresistible debut." - Vilma Iris
"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
"I tore through Red, White & Royal Blue as if it were a pint of Ben & Jerry's. By turns hilarious and angst-ridden, buoyant and strikingly real, this novel is a surefire bull’s-eye for any devotee of classic romance, slow burn fanfiction, or heartfelt storytelling. A political love story too timely and too genuine to miss." - Lyndsay Faye, internationally bestselling author of Jane Steele and The Gods of Gotham
"This book is like that perfect dessert you allow yourself only on the really good or really bad days. And I loved every deliciously satiating page of it." - Julia Whelan, author of My Oxford Year
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- Publisher : St. Martin's Griffin (19 June 2020)
- Language : English
- Paperback : 448 pages
- ISBN-10 : 1250316774
- ISBN-13 : 978-1250316776
- Item Weight : 366 g
- Dimensions : 13.82 x 3 x 21.08 cm
- Country of Origin : USA
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Kudos to the author.
It read like a bad wattpad book and rattled the expectations I had from the hype surrounding the book.
And then, it took me on the most fantastic rollercoaster of emotions that left me curled up in my bed, clutching my kindle to my heart. All because of Alex and Henry.
This book tugs at your heart, creeping in slowly like a puppy who only wants to be loved and in a matter of minutes, you come to this realization that you will go above and beyond for the puppy.
I am not a fan of enemy-to-lover relationships. Not sure why but I’ve never seen a realistic one that I could really buy. But this just knocked that dislike out of the ballpark and turned me into a fan.
(From this point on, there are very mild spoilers)
I shipped them the second they started bickering. Alex with his stupid ‘I secretly have a crush on you but will pretend to hate you’ remarks and Henry with his ‘I’m supposed to be stoic but you’re so freaking cute’. They made me laugh so hard, especially when they had to pretend to be friends and then when they realized they’d actually become friends. That scene with the turkeys left me gasping for air because it was just so hilarious.
The progression of their relationship was so well-done, especially with how they slowly came to a point where they were just comfortable being themselves with each other. And this was all without them even meeting.
And when they were going to meet again, I was clutching at my pearls with excitement. When I tell you that this book took me back to when I was a thirteen year old obsessed with reading, it was amazing how, as an adult, it is now rare that I find a gem of a book that leaves me sleepless, unproductive, and unwilling to do anything except reading.
My final note: those emails were the DEATH of me. Every chapter in the second half made me emotional and I will die for Henry and Alex. I will die for them.
Coming to the novel, it is a very refreshing story. It is hilarious, soft and keeps the reader hooked. My only concern is that Alex's character outshines Henry all through the story. It would have been good to see more of Henry in his element too.

By Sanurag Shukla on 22 August 2020
Coming to the novel, it is a very refreshing story. It is hilarious, soft and keeps the reader hooked. My only concern is that Alex's character outshines Henry all through the story. It would have been good to see more of Henry in his element too.

Author: Casey Mcquiston
Format: Paperback
Finished: DNF (176 pages)
Book Title: The book title is appropriate to the story.
Book Cover: The cover is cute and attractive.
My review:
I really had high hopes for RWARB based on how much the book community raved about it. I will be strictly talking about this book in the story perspective and not the political perspective. Though I do keep up with the politics around the world as much as I can, I wouldn't say I it's my favorite subject.
Coming back to the story line, I really love an M/M romance but the character fell flat for me in RWARB. Alex is the son of the president of USA and Henry is the Royal Prince are arch enemies and 15 pages into the book they fall in love? The plot is not developed and thought of. The book also talks a lot about just the political issues and there's less of romance between the protagonist.
Even the intimate scene between the two are not appropriately written. Another discrepancy I felt between the characters is that Alex despises people who are arrogant and think of themselves as above others but his character is exactly the same (irony much). I found myself skipping pages and only reading the when there were dialogues between characters. I have to admit that I did laugh when there were conversations transpiring between Alex and Henry.
If I had to pick between the two characters, I would pick Henry over Alex. I had to DNF the book at page 176. But this review is strictly based on what I felt and my opinion based solely on the story line and character development. I know that I may fall into the unpopular opinion category too.
Final Verdict
Title: 4/5
Cover: 4/5
Plot:2.75/5
Characters:2.5/5
Language and Vocabulary:3/5
Final overall rating:2 /5
After I googled,
About the most hyped book,
And saw its beautiful, pretty look.
The starting got me hooked,
So my weekend was booked,
Dialogues from the first half,
Made me uncontrollably laugh.
The drama in the midst,
Made my heart twist,
Some parts were also serious,
That's where I got anxious.
I was feeling contended,
After it ended,
This is the book I will never lend,
But definitely recommend.

By Kashish on 30 September 2020
After I googled,
About the most hyped book,
And saw its beautiful, pretty look.
The starting got me hooked,
So my weekend was booked,
Dialogues from the first half,
Made me uncontrollably laugh.
The drama in the midst,
Made my heart twist,
Some parts were also serious,
That's where I got anxious.
I was feeling contended,
After it ended,
This is the book I will never lend,
But definitely recommend.

Nobody can believe it's her first book. Casey is spot on with this one. Henry and Alex are a part of fairy tale but with a twist. Its beautiful written from the depth of hearts thats why it touches deeply.
It truly deserve to be the best romance 0f 2019 in Goodreads list...
Simply mind blowing. No other words for it.
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Henry is described as being the third child of princess Catherine, first in line to her mother, Queen Mary’s throne. Therefore, her official title would be Princess of Wales. And once she is queen her ELDEST son, Philip, will adopt the title prince of Wales. However, the author seems to think Henry is the prince of Wales. And also, being the second son and third child to the first in line to the throne actually would realistically mean that the royal family wouldn’t care that he was gay, cause in the past few years they’ve updated it so that Bea actually would come before Henry in lines of succession, therefore Philip doesn’t even need to have kids.
I understand that the author is trying to achieve an escapist optimistic parallel to the real events of us politics. But to actually make our royal family look worse than they are is unfair. If you want realism and optimism don’t pain other countries in parallel and more negative way.
I also know is fictive. And not supposed to be representing the real royal family but if you’re going to claim it as a more optimistic and positive parallel universe for all those lost in a trump ruined country then please at least except hate REAL positivity taken from fact. It would just be a nicer read for British audiences.

It's like the very best sort of pop music: well-written, catchy (in this case for its characters) and with just enough to say to make you remember it after the fact. It may not do a lot that's new or innovative - unless going down the royal romance path only to take a gay turn along the way is a departure - but in its democratic dream world it never allows itself to become too frivolous, realising that it still has a powerful message at its heart that very much bears repeating. It's not perfect; it stretches credulity, even within its own fantastic remit, a little too tautly at times. But it does have important things to say, and on the whole it says them well. It's also very sexy, for which it earns bonus points, and with which it sets itself apart from most YA and indeed 'adult' fiction, which is often far more reined-in in its depiction of sex scenes.
Overall, a very solid four stars.


Red, White & Royal Blue is an enemies-to-lovers/forbidden romance book, which is in its on way marvellous, but it's so much more than that as well.
I love how we get to reimagine the world where the US elected a woman as president and where we get to see England exposed for its intense and unnecessary grasp in the old traditional ways. The world is changing, that change is inevitable, and Henry and Alex are the perfect guides to present us with that transition.
So there's a lot about politics and societal expectations and how opinion is molded and often outdated. But, in the midst of that we get to see Henry's and Alex's relationship bloom. And guys... What a beautiful thing that is. It's heartfelt and pure, it's sexy and sweet, it's everything. Those two filled my heart and I just wanted to yell at everyone that love is love and people deserve to be loved without judgement goddamit.
Yeah, I got passioned about it, lol. Anyways, characters are great, the story is interesting, supporting cast is funny and helps carry the story forward. Overall great book. My only complaint could be that it got a tad messy in the end, and I think the story lost a bit of pace. Other than that, great read. Well done Casey McQuiston, can't wait to read more things from you.

The first third of the book is truly lovely. It is not discreet in its diversity and there are clear intents when selecting characters genders, skin colour, nationalities, etc. It feels more utopic than natural but I loved that about it; its a bit tumblr reader 101, but ultimately just made me happy to know this is what younger readers are reading. These character shouldn’t be discreet, or any more discreet than any other character and I’m glad they form a part of these stories.
The relationship development is fun and feels natural at first. I usually like to see character laughing together, it makes me feel the bond in truth. There is a lot of shared laughter and you end up falling for the relationship so much you want them to be together more than you want to fantasise about being with any of them yourself.
And then we get to the middle. The middle is parts exciting and steamy ...and parts fanfiction.
The concept of first son, first family, the publicity, responsibilities and involvement of these kids/young adults all read a bit too much. Its that feeling of 11 year olds solving mysteries, which is cute in books for kids but just comes across silly when you’re older.
Ditto some of the prince’s moments. Escaping for the museum at night and having the keys? Totally a fanfic moment.
All those international functions while going through university, with honours? Totally fanfic.
Exchange of romantic letters (emails) even though the entire relationship is set in our current text-mad world, quoting of historical letters, slightly villainous old lady - its all there.
Most people won’t have a revelation moment or even question themselves very much while reading this. If you make it past the first third, you’re probably someone who already agrees with all of the book’s messages anyway. If thats the case, you’re probably all but screaming “yes!” and giddily smiling while reading it, which is still a fun experience. Its not a book meant to convert or educate, but being able to relate to characters, is just as important!
Ultimately, the fact that I keep coming back and rereading snippets is undeniable - its a lovely story with truly beautiful moments. Its messages are all in your face but no less touching for it.