A review by yourbookishbff
The Perks of Loving a Wallflower by Erica Ridley

funny hopeful lighthearted mysterious medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes

4.5

This was a lovely and lighthearted story and exactly what I needed after a heavier read. I particularly loved how beautifully affirming both the narrative and characters are of Tommy's gender identity, which would likely be considered gender-fluid or nonbinary in today's terms. I thoroughly enjoyed the light mystery plot involving our illuminated manuscripts and the generations of men who had falsely claimed the achievements of their female family members, and the rotation of disguises and hijinks that bring Tommy and Philippa together as both comrades and lovers. The Wynchesters are a really fun bunch, but I may be just as hungry for more stories centering this feminist reading circle of Philippa's! 
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