Only Pieces by Edd Tello
I’ve had Only Pieces by Edd Tello on my book case for months and finally got around to it today. It is such a sublime read. Edgar Jimenez wants to be proud of who he is, but telling his dad isn’t going to be easy. And when he starts to get close to a football […]
Exploring the Rich and Tragic Life of Oscar Wilde
Oscar Wilde was a man of immense talent and a life filled with both richness and tragedy. His ability to create stories, plays and poems is recognized the world over, and his sparkling wit and sharp observations have endured the test of time. Yet his life was also marked by tremendous hardships, from his imprisonment […]
Icebreaker by A. L. Graziadei
Let’s cut to the chase. Icebreaker by A. L. Graziadei is just cuteness overload! Literally, think of how cute a dozen puppies are – and double it! This rivals-to-lovers new-adult story about centers around two young hockey players who hate each other. They both want the top spot for their starting season in the big […]
A look back at Gay YA Fiction Over the Years
It’s been nearly a decade since the advent of LGBTQ+-inclusive YA fiction, and it’s been an exciting journey! As we look back at the evolution of Gay YA Fiction, we can see how far we’ve come – from marginalization to mainstream recognition. From stories about coming out to tales about embracing one’s identity, Gay YA […]
Nick and Charlie by Alice Oseman
Have you experienced Nick and Charlie by Alice Oseman yet? What can I say? Reading Nick and Charlie’s continued story was like going home, like putting on a comfortable pair of slippers. It’s just way too cute. But what really struck me personally is that I went through the exact same issue that Nick does […]
The Art of Being Normal by Lisa Williamson
The Art of Being Normal by Lisa Williamson was my first read of 2023 and honestly, I have mixed feelings. I wanted to adore this book. And in truth, I liked it for it’s subject matter, I really did. It’s emotional. It draws you in. But overall, it was marred by a number of factors […]
Here the Whole Time by Vitor Martins
Here the Whole Time by Vitor Martins is immense! So much for being a slow reader. Once I’d finished Maurice, I needed something cute. I started this yesterday and finished (all 273 pages) today. (I’ve never read a book so fast!) And boy is it cute! I love this book. Filipe and Caio are adorable […]
Dublin Bay by John Patrick
Dublin Bay by John Patrick is a sprawling tale of love that follows a young Catholic lad, wracked by guilt over his developing feelings for a German boy during WWII. Set in the heart of Dublin, we follow their budding friendship into a gorgeous romance even as, together, they plot to aid the Resistance in […]
The Black Flamingo by Dean Atta
It’s taken me a few days to get round to reviewing The Black Flamingo by Dean Atta, simply because I’m still finding it difficult to come up with appropriate words to use. The Black Flamingo is… Just beautiful, from the words, the story, the verse, to the packaging, the artwork. It’s adorable. Michael, the main […]
Maurice by E M Forster
You all know how long it has taken me to read Maurice by E M Forster (have I said I’m a slow reader?). I finished it this morning over breakfast. And now I am emotionally drained. While the stiff British language takes a bit of getting used to (for lil ol’ Irish me, at least), […]
