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A review by smalltownbookmom
Anything But Fine by Tobias Madden
4.0
I've been really looking forward to this Australian queer YA romance between Luca, a ballet dancer and his bisexual crush Jordan and it exceeded all expectations!
Luca meets Jordan in the physical therapists office after having a terrible accident that ends his dreams of professional ballet. The two develop a secret romance as Jordan is newly exploring his sexuality and the possibility he's bisexual but as a popular jock at school is very nervous about coming out to his parents and friends. Whereas Luca is openly gay with a supportive father but has to learn how to be patient with Jordan as his first boyfriend.
Not only was the romance between Luca and Jordan super sweet, Luca also has such strong relationships with his single father and his new Muslim friend Amina. I loved how Luca grew closer to both his dad and Amina and learned to be a better friend.
Great on audio narrated by Matthew Backer, with an author interview between the Tobias and Matthew included at the end. This debut coming of age queer love story was truly beautiful. Full of heart, humor and so many tender moments I can't recommend it enough. Much thanks to NetGalley and RB Media for my advance listening copy in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own.
Luca meets Jordan in the physical therapists office after having a terrible accident that ends his dreams of professional ballet. The two develop a secret romance as Jordan is newly exploring his sexuality and the possibility he's bisexual but as a popular jock at school is very nervous about coming out to his parents and friends. Whereas Luca is openly gay with a supportive father but has to learn how to be patient with Jordan as his first boyfriend.
Not only was the romance between Luca and Jordan super sweet, Luca also has such strong relationships with his single father and his new Muslim friend Amina. I loved how Luca grew closer to both his dad and Amina and learned to be a better friend.
Great on audio narrated by Matthew Backer, with an author interview between the Tobias and Matthew included at the end. This debut coming of age queer love story was truly beautiful. Full of heart, humor and so many tender moments I can't recommend it enough. Much thanks to NetGalley and RB Media for my advance listening copy in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own.