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3.89 AVERAGE
3.89 AVERAGE
lighthearted
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
emotional
funny
lighthearted
reflective
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
LOVE gay romcom in a book. This was a delicious snack that satisfied. Jolly Christmas!
emotional
funny
lighthearted
reflective
sad
medium-paced
I thoroughly enjoyed this holiday romance! I was nervous that I wouldn’t because it follows 3 siblings of a famous actress, and I’m not usually a fan of stories like this following the children of famous people, but this one took me by surprise and I enjoyed it.
And bonus! All 3 are queer (cis White bisexual FMC, cis White lesbian (? I don’t believe it was ever stated but I could just be forgetting) FMC, and cis mixed [White and Indian] bisexual MMC) . We love that in this house.
The humour was also great. I was laughing at times and I love that in a book!
And bonus! All 3 are queer (cis White bisexual FMC, cis White lesbian (? I don’t believe it was ever stated but I could just be forgetting) FMC, and cis mixed [White and Indian] bisexual MMC) . We love that in this house.
The humour was also great. I was laughing at times and I love that in a book!
⭐️ 3.75
I was pleasantly surprised by this delightful queer holiday romance story! When I first started reading, it seemed like 3 individual love stories would be a lot, verging on overwhelming. But each main character is so distinct that it wasn’t an issue at all!
The novel follows the three Belvedere siblings as they all end up returning home to their mother, the iconic Babs Belvedere, for the holidays. Each has a different crisis that needs confronted, and has a different reason for returning home.
There were some heavy hitting topics explored in this story. Substance abuse, mental illness, career and life expectations, tense family dynamics, there was something for everyone to relate to! I thought the pacing was great, the atmosphere was wonderful, and for the most part, the character were lovable.
I will add that at times, some of Birdie’s one-liners were pretty cringey, but I guess that’s her type of comedy!
Thank you NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for my honest review!
I was pleasantly surprised by this delightful queer holiday romance story! When I first started reading, it seemed like 3 individual love stories would be a lot, verging on overwhelming. But each main character is so distinct that it wasn’t an issue at all!
The novel follows the three Belvedere siblings as they all end up returning home to their mother, the iconic Babs Belvedere, for the holidays. Each has a different crisis that needs confronted, and has a different reason for returning home.
There were some heavy hitting topics explored in this story. Substance abuse, mental illness, career and life expectations, tense family dynamics, there was something for everyone to relate to! I thought the pacing was great, the atmosphere was wonderful, and for the most part, the character were lovable.
I will add that at times, some of Birdie’s one-liners were pretty cringey, but I guess that’s her type of comedy!
Thank you NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for my honest review!
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:
Complicated
The way each couple represented their own set of tropes, but it's done so well narratively. I loved joining the Belvederes for Christmas, and I wish I could go to the party next year.
emotional
funny
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
medium-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
With the holiday season looming, the Belvedere siblings find themselves in turmoil. Liz, the oldest and a successful show runner in Hollywood, is uncertain how to build on the success of her show’s first season and is struggling with her intense attraction to the star of her show, Violet Grace. Birdie, the middle child, has channeled her chronic sense of being overlooked into a career in stand-up comedy, but her focus on flirting with women rather than perfecting her act leads to her downfall after her manager cuts ties with her. Ravi, the youngest and most sensitive of the three, is left heartbroken after his grand public proposal to his girlfriend is met with rejection. Raised by their legendary mother, actress and singer Babs Belvedere, the three siblings decide to spend the holidays at her country estate, hoping to recharge and put their love lives on the back burner and focus on themselves. But the holiday spirit has its own plans, and their well-meaning resolutions quickly unravel in the most charming and festive of ways. This heartwarming queer rom-com is a tribute to love, family, and personal growth.
I really enjoyed this book! If you’re looking for a queer holiday romance that’s emotional, funny, and full of heart, this book is perfect for you. It’s got everything - a quirky family dynamic, messy relationships, and characters who are very easy to relate to. The Belvedere siblings, each with their own unique struggles, are trying to figure out their lives, love, and careers, which makes their story so engaging. I especially loved how the book explores their individual journeys while weaving in the magic and chaos of the holiday season. It’s a great mix of humor and depth, and the way it celebrates love in all its forms is just beautiful. If you enjoy stories about family, self-discovery, and sweet romances, I highly recommend Most Wonderful!
Thank you to Random House Publishing Group and NetGalley for the opportunity to read to an ARC of Most Wonderful in return for my honest review.
lighthearted
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
challenging
emotional
hopeful
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes