A review by cjwitch
The Prospects by KT Hoffman

hopeful inspiring lighthearted fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes

4.5

The Prospects is lighthearted and (mostly) low angst. It is a book that radiants hope. Hope for a better world, where acceptance is more widespread. Hope for dreams you barely dare to let yourself want. And hope for a life where happiness and love are abundant.

Gene’s voice and character are engaging. His transness is an integral part of his character without being the focal point of all conflicts. He is confident, accepted (by those who matter), and loved. He has a support system in a whole cast of side characters that are all fleshed out and flawed in their own ways. 

The love story was everything that I want in a rivals to lovers book: it develops first into a solid friendship before it ever moves into romance. When romance comes, it isn’t perfect. Gene and Luis have to communicate and work for it; have to learn to trust themselves and each other. 

This is a book that easily made it into my favorites and I can foresee rereading it many times. If you enjoy queer sports romance, do yourself a favor and pick this one up!

A final note: while this book is also a love letter to baseball in many ways, absolutely no baseball knowledge is needed to enjoy this story.