A review by obscurepages
Cleats, Corsets, and the Cutie by Ashish Rastogi

emotional funny lighthearted reflective 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

4.25

This was a delight! I didn't know much about this book so I didn't know what to expect, but this was equally funny and heartwrenching. Because while this was campy, hilarious, and spicy, it was also authentic and introspective. Both Eliot and Raghu have fears and struggles that are very much present in real life. We have Eliot and his fears of coming out to his family, and we have Raghu who was a victim of hate and violence back in his home town and from his own relatives. I loved seeing their journey, both the fun parts and the hard parts, too. 

The pacing and storytelling as a whole were good. It was easy to get sucked into the world and their characters, and every chapter, you're wondering what shenanigans will happen this time. 

I love the gay and pansexual rep! I loved the romance between our two main characters. Although some decisions turned messy real quick, it's hard not to like them and cheer for them both.

Overall, this was such a nice, delightful read. I think I need to check out the author's other works!
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