jordyyy1102 's review for:

The Build-A-Boyfriend Project by Mason Deaver

5.0

emotional funny hopeful inspiring lighthearted relaxing 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: Complicated

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**Before diving into the review, I want to thank NetGalley and St. Martin's Press for the ARC of The Build-A-Boyfriend Project by Mason Deaver. ** 

The Build-A-Boyfriend Project is one of the best books I've read this year, FULL STOP! It had everything I look for in LGBTQIA+ fiction, especially LGBTQIA+ romance. There was an engaging, relatable, sometimes frustrating, and lovable main character; a dreamy love interest that had me blushing and kicking my feet; an incredible supporting cast of characters that felt like my own friends; and a strong, inspiring message. Another reason I love The Build-A-Boyfriend Project is its beautiful LGBTQIA+ representation. It made me feel so seen as a gay man in my 30s who has zero experience in the dating world.   

Mason Deaver's writing is also something I want to highlight because it was fantastic. From start to finish, I was thoroughly engaged in the story and Eli's world due to Deaver's incredible writing. Throughout reading The Build-A-Boyfriend Project, I felt like I would be a perfect fit in Eli, Patricia and Rose's friend group because of Deaver's ability to flesh out each one of their character. If you're a fan of romantic comedy movie greats like Legally Blonde or How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days, The Build-A-Boyfriend Project is a book you need to snag ASAP. Thank you, Mason Deaver, for creating one of my new favourite books.