A review by proftoddreads
The Last Boyfriends Rules for Revenge by Matthew Hubbard

adventurous emotional funny hopeful inspiring 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

5.0

This is a 5 star debut novel by Matthew Hubbard! The Last Boyfriends Rules for Revenge is a queer YA reimagining of First Wives Club following 3 high school best friends who are plotting revenge on their ex boyfriends while also secretly fighting their school’s new anti-gay policies via an anonymous TikTok account that quickly goes viral!

If you like:
✨Queer friendships
✨Ally communities
✨LGBTQ+ pride
✨Student uprisings
✨Revenge
✨Humor
✨Glitter Bombs
✨Drag shows
This novel is for you!!

I had an absolute blast reading every page of this book. It was a delightful romp with meaningful messages about friendship, love, adversity, and standing up against institutionalized hate. Hubbard’s characters show us what it means to wrestle with self doubt, find your voice, and gain the strength to fight back against oppression. 

Equal parts delightful & empowering, this book offers important insights into the dangers facing queer youth and the sinister policies targeting them. Hubbard expertly blends wit and humor with social commentary, making this novel an absolute must read for all ages.


Thank you so much to Matthew Hubbard for sending me an ARC of this book. I will be enthusiastically joining the “glitter dusted revolution” and buying the print version on April 30!