A review by arireadsitall
The Romantic Agenda by Claire Kann

emotional funny hopeful medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

Joy has been in love with Malcolm since they bonded over identifying as asexual. Problem is she is stuck in that friend zone no matter how hard she tries. When Malcolm suggests a weekend away, she sees it as her in. Until he invites his new love interest Summer and her friend Fox. Joy and Fox team up for a little fake dating to make Malcolm jealous but through it she finds he may not be the only one she feels things for.

To say Joy was a literal joy of a character would be an understatement. She’s confident and bold and the perfect sunshine counterpart for Fox’s grumpy. I liked that this book took the time to explore boundaries and how there are ways to love someone aside from being physical. Fox was truly such a swoon worthy man for his care and time learning about Joy and what it means to be ace. He was the perfect counterpart to the not so great Malcolm… aka my least favorite part of this story.

This is a fun beach read that’ll make you laugh, smile, and want to push Malcolm off a boat lol.
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