A review by tiredcath
Kiss & Tell by Adib Khorram

emotional funny hopeful lighthearted 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

4.0

Kiss & Tell is a great exploration on what it means to be a minority in the public eye. Where you’re forced to be a role model or representative for that community, no matter if that’s how you want to be perceived. Not only does Hunter himself face scrutiny for just being himself, but he has been forced into being a representative for every gay person. It’s especially harder when you’re young. 

Khorram does great, little things throughout the novel that put things into perspective. I really loved how Hunter’s problems are real but he’s also put in his place about his own privilege by others.

I can also tell Khorram took great lengths to research fandom culture. That was really endearing to me and grounded the story in reality. 

I didn't expect to like this book as much as I did but it slowly began special to me. I don’t know how but suddenly I was messaging my friends about this as if this was a real band! Although, the story is a bit lost at some points. There’s no really a plot structure, not that I minded much. It’s a fun read that makes you think, and those are the best kinds. I recommend, if you can, to buddy read this with someone. It’ll be cool to discuss how things were handled. 

Thank you to Edelweiss and Penguin for this arc in exchange for my honest review. 
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