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A review by modernmatilda
Boyfriend Material by Alexis Hall
funny
lighthearted
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? Yes
5.0
Something new I've learned about myself is that I really, really love listening to romance books on audio. Hearing the character's voices makes their personalities and pining and love stories come to life that much more.
I've also realized that I love a good grump/sunshine pairing, but fake dating has a special place in my heart as well. There is something so sweet about watching a couple accidentally fall for one another, even if it's begrudgingly at first.
Also, it's basically a fact that romance troupes are 20x better when they are queer. I said what I said.
As far as Boyfriend Material goes, this is an instant winner in my book. Luc and Oliver's relationship was steamy and sweet and had just the right amount of cheesy flirting. But it was also so fantastic to have another book that represented anxiety and emotional vulnerability and messiness; The way they helped each other be emotionally vulnerable and grow into better, happier humans was the kind of healthy #relationshipgoals I'm living for.
If you enjoyed Red, White, and Royal Blue I highly recommend picking up this equally adorable romance. Plus, the audiobook is perfection!
Content warning for homophobia, emotionally abusive past relationships, and a conversation about eating disorders.
I've also realized that I love a good grump/sunshine pairing, but fake dating has a special place in my heart as well. There is something so sweet about watching a couple accidentally fall for one another, even if it's begrudgingly at first.
Also, it's basically a fact that romance troupes are 20x better when they are queer. I said what I said.
As far as Boyfriend Material goes, this is an instant winner in my book. Luc and Oliver's relationship was steamy and sweet and had just the right amount of cheesy flirting. But it was also so fantastic to have another book that represented anxiety and emotional vulnerability and messiness; The way they helped each other be emotionally vulnerable and grow into better, happier humans was the kind of healthy #relationshipgoals I'm living for.
If you enjoyed Red, White, and Royal Blue I highly recommend picking up this equally adorable romance. Plus, the audiobook is perfection!
Content warning for homophobia, emotionally abusive past relationships, and a conversation about eating disorders.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Eating disorder, Emotional abuse, and Homophobia