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4.2 AVERAGE
4.2 AVERAGE
manon_kindle's review against another edition
emotional
funny
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
This is another excellent addition to The Court series. And like the other books, it tackles an important subject, this time the way independent performer struggle in the industry and the financial implications.
Anthony aka Barbie Summer should be at an absolute high but is at his lowest. The way he is not dealing with the situation is described brilliantly and also how the mentoring of Baby Queen Colin aka Sugar Pills and how this and the budding relationship between them is helping him finding his heels again. It shows how dreams can shatter but can be rebuild.
Colin's journey and the support and encouragement not just from Anthony but also the other queens is so lovely to read. It shows brilliantly how Drag is so much more than "dressing up", it's what they are.
I love how Charlie Novak weaves her various worlds together. We meet previous characters and small Easter Eggs are also dropped in. You don't have to have read her previous series but it hopefully will entrace you to find out about Orlando, Bitch Fit and Henry.
Anthony aka Barbie Summer should be at an absolute high but is at his lowest. The way he is not dealing with the situation is described brilliantly and also how the mentoring of Baby Queen Colin aka Sugar Pills and how this and the budding relationship between them is helping him finding his heels again. It shows how dreams can shatter but can be rebuild.
Colin's journey and the support and encouragement not just from Anthony but also the other queens is so lovely to read. It shows brilliantly how Drag is so much more than "dressing up", it's what they are.
I love how Charlie Novak weaves her various worlds together. We meet previous characters and small Easter Eggs are also dropped in. You don't have to have read her previous series but it hopefully will entrace you to find out about Orlando, Bitch Fit and Henry.
beatha_82's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
5.0
"Baby queen" is the fourth book in the series but it can be read as a standalone. We follow Anthony aka Barbie Summers who is Drag stars UK winner and Colin a PHD student who wants to start doing drag. Anthony agrees to be Colin's drag mother but they soon develop feelings for each other and their relationship starts changing.
This book was a great addition to the series, sweet and well written, with likable characters that felt like real people and grew so much. The pacing was also wonderful, I finished it in a day.
I loved the chemistry between Anthony and Colin and I also really enjoyed the discussions about social media, reality tv and queer artists.
And the found family theme in the book warmed my heart.
Can't wait to read more book in this amazing series. Highly recommended it.
This book was a great addition to the series, sweet and well written, with likable characters that felt like real people and grew so much. The pacing was also wonderful, I finished it in a day.
I loved the chemistry between Anthony and Colin and I also really enjoyed the discussions about social media, reality tv and queer artists.
And the found family theme in the book warmed my heart.
Can't wait to read more book in this amazing series. Highly recommended it.
notguilty's review against another edition
5.0
I’m completely smitten with this story.
A drag superstar who’s been taken advantage of by his agent and tour company, and the kindest, sweetest baby drag queen.
Anthony has been left with debt, no boyfriend, and having to move home to his mom’s. He’s so lost and dejected. It’s heartbreaking and makes you want to destroy some people! He’s such a wonderful man, no diva drama from this one.
But all that has led him to Colin. A shy and sweet PhD student who wants to be a drag queen, and finds himself under the wing of Barbie Summers herself.
They help and care for each other. Colin gives Anthony a safe place to remind himself who he is and what’s important. Anthony gives Colin the strength to embrace himself.
It’s such a special relationship, but it also highlights how amazing the rest of The Court family is.
Loved every sweet, vulnerable, tender, and steamy moment.
PS. I think a moving company of rugby players in shorts would be a brilliant idea!
A drag superstar who’s been taken advantage of by his agent and tour company, and the kindest, sweetest baby drag queen.
Anthony has been left with debt, no boyfriend, and having to move home to his mom’s. He’s so lost and dejected. It’s heartbreaking and makes you want to destroy some people! He’s such a wonderful man, no diva drama from this one.
But all that has led him to Colin. A shy and sweet PhD student who wants to be a drag queen, and finds himself under the wing of Barbie Summers herself.
They help and care for each other. Colin gives Anthony a safe place to remind himself who he is and what’s important. Anthony gives Colin the strength to embrace himself.
It’s such a special relationship, but it also highlights how amazing the rest of The Court family is.
Loved every sweet, vulnerable, tender, and steamy moment.
PS. I think a moving company of rugby players in shorts would be a brilliant idea!
inkiereads's review against another edition
hopeful
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? Yes
4.5
So, so good! I love Colin and Anthony so much, their story was just amazing! It’s not all sunshine and rainbows, and the balance with the heavier topics was the best. I knew from just reading the dedication at the beginning that it was going to be great, and it was even better than I had hoped!
I voluntarily read an advance review copy of this book
I voluntarily read an advance review copy of this book
daniireads's review against another edition
4.0
When Anthony aka Barbie Summers has to move back home thanks to being screwed over by his manager, his future is looking pretty bleak. Things start to turn around when he meets sweet PhD student Colin, who is wanting to get into drag and isn't sure where to start, and he jumps at the opportunity to help him.
As the pair get closer, the attraction between them grows, and things get spicy! While I'm a fan of the steam, what I really loved was watching these characters evolve. They were both so sweet, and I loved watching Colin really grow into himself and get more confident, and seeing Anthony's confidence return thanks to support of Colin and The Court!
This was yet another wonderful addition to the series, and I cannot wait for more!
As the pair get closer, the attraction between them grows, and things get spicy! While I'm a fan of the steam, what I really loved was watching these characters evolve. They were both so sweet, and I loved watching Colin really grow into himself and get more confident, and seeing Anthony's confidence return thanks to support of Colin and The Court!
This was yet another wonderful addition to the series, and I cannot wait for more!
vicki_williams's review against another edition
hopeful
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Loveable characters? Yes
4.5
Loved it 😍
Circumstances have successful drag queen Anthony (aka Barbie Summers) back living with his mother in his childhood bedroom. A bedroom that is bursting at the seams with not only the things he could bring from his flat but the many boxes of drag paraphernalia as well.
Colin is busy with his studies for a PHD, is an introvert and lacks in self confidence. He has a love of pole dancing and a desire to explore the drag scene but doesn’t really know where to start.
When Anthony takes him under his wing a whole new world is opened and this world and Anthony is where Colin (aka Sugar Pill) feels he truly belongs.
Their attraction to each other and the chemistry between them is undeniable and it’s not long before they trust their feelings for each other and embark on a steamy relationship. Whilst both of these wonderful men navigate their way to their HEA their individual crushed self belief and self confidence is slowly improved until they become the men they were always meant to be.
This is a very enjoyable and engaging read with minimal relationship angst but there is some angst from external forces. The main character development and growth is perfectly paced, plenty of fun witty banter and of course the characters from previous books in the series are there as well to keep things interesting.
bookloversofantastic's review against another edition
emotional
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
5.0
What an amazing new story in this drag queen universe, it was adorable to follow Colin’s drag journey and see him becoming the drag queen he dreamed of being. His relationship with his drag mother Barbie Summers (aka Anthony out of drag) was a mix of friendship and mentorship, and Colin couldn’t dismiss how much he loves Anthony, as the man he is 🩷
Barbie Summers had everything a drag queen could dream of, she won the competition, went touring, etc. Now broke and disappointed in himself, Anthony is back in his hometown where he tries to put back his life together. From then after meeting Colin, he realises that he cannot résiste the tall and sweet baby queen who is also new in town and looking for tips to become a drag queen. Taking him under his wing, a deep bond starts to bloom between them, but the question is should Anthony act on it, should he seduce the one who will become his drag daughter?
Colin is sweet, charming and a little shy, I just loved his whole persona and seeing him with Anthony and giving exactly what he needed to feel better, they’re part of the same piece fitting together perfectly. It was light, sweet, beautiful and I had a wonderful time reading their story.
Love all of these drag queens, sooo excited for Mason and Ryan, yes for more rugby players and obvi loved all the cameos.
I received an ARC Copy of this book from Foreword PR, this review is from my own thoughts 😍