BOOK REVIEW: RED, WHITE, AND ROYAL BLUE BY CASEY MCQUISTON

red, white, blue is in the sky
summer's in the air and, baby, heaven's in your eyes
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[@raecheljosephine]

History, huh?

[@bookishsophia]

stop i'm crying

[@longlivethegays]

i am making a t-shirt

[@kathycat4452]

BET WE CAN MAKE SOME

[@shakira4223]

I broke the 69th comment 😁

[@shrutikarege]

Whyyyyyy *cries*

[@MaggieFulmer]

i finished this yesterday and i'm lowkey already desperate to read it again

[@bookishsophia]

now that's a big mood lmao

[@kayleighhooper7021]

ive already reread it three times in less than a month

[@kayleighhooper7021]

omg... alex is biracial, bisexual, and bilingual... *’bye bye bye’ by nsync plays in the distance*

[@nikpopnanime]

i finished it 5 hours ago and im at the same situation :[

[@longlivethegays]

ME. I literally went online, found the whole thing and just copied the emails and created a pdf with them so I can read them 32942094029 more times

[@arvintate5572]

I wish I can read this book for the first time over and over again lol

[@bookishsophia]

same lmao

[@kennsoddcorner7859]

"Put them in my room. Put them in my room. Put them in my room. Put them in my room." *regret*

[@araw_buwan]

I cackled at this part lol the author is so food

[@nerdypervy5149]

This book is really groundbreaking and one of the best gay romance story.

[@bookishsophia]

i stand by that

[@lunacarmin]

OMG comparisons with Rainbow Rowell, I'm sold. Definitely will check it out.

[@bookishsophia]

can't wait to see what you think!!

[@katephelan2020]

It’s incredible. The turkey scene is my personal favorite.

[@csmania8263]

I was listening to the audiobook at night in bed and I just couldn't turn it off and go to sleep because the book was so funny and I just kept on listening to it wanting to find out what happened next.

[@dannyluna3097]

As someone who is gay, I found it really endearing and relatable at times which is actually rare for a lot of the gay stuff I read 💀in general their love hit me hard 😅

[@tahaali3424]

“Alex called Henry the North Star once. That wasn’t bright enough.” OMG???

[@as.829]

I love this book so much and just ahhhhhhh. I can’t wait to read Casey’s next book too!! (And I hope we get some short stories or something following up RWRB bc that’d be so amazing!!!)

[@bookishsophia]

ugh i'm so excited to see what casey comes up with next

[@rishabhbinjola7628]

History,huh? Is my fav dialogue now onwards..🎉

[@SuperPao]

THIS BOOK. I've already read it twice!

[@bookishsophia]

lmao i feel like that's a common response

[@joeyhope4642]

me too! and I’m DYINGG to read it again

[@joycekim204]

i loved this book sm, it automatically became one of my faves 🥺 one of my favorite aspects of it were the emails (aka love letters). i’m such a softie that i literally started tearing up while reading the emails they sent to each other. historical queer figures?? YES. and i agree with you when saying that this book is GENUINELY funny, this is one of few books that have actually managed to make me laugh out loud.

[@bookishsophia]

ugh their emails were so sweet. everything about them was so cute and gooey and funny in all the right amounts. i'm emo

[@HBDiniz10]

Ugh this book is SO GOOOOD. I honestly feel like dying in the best way possiblw

[@caseyouellette4045]

I'm living for the national anthem lyrics you put in your description!

[@bookishsophia]

haha, i love that you noticed!! we support lana in this house

[@amyroche5376]

Just finished it. It reminds me so much of Carry on but somehow it still is it’s completely own book. Rainbow Rowell and Carry on are my favorite author and favorite book but I think this might now be up there as my second favorite. Or even an equal to Carry on. I’m so sad I can’t read it again for the first time.

[@bn3099]

SAME. I mean, talking bout RWRB. I just finished the book and I'm feeling so sad, like I will read it 100x and still I would not feel the same amazing feelings than the first time. I'll be damned but I miss it.

[@snowwhite8143]

I think the author got the idea from bbc merlin - Blond welsh arrogant prince with a badass sister ✅ - dark haired really fucking funny guy✅ - both incredibly hilarious and VERY MUCH unaware of their feelings towards each other ✅. - both helplessly and incredibly and impossibly in love with each other ✅✅✅✅✅✅✅✅✅✅✅.

[@strawberrysoulforever8336]

Actually, she was inspired by an aspiring author online. The two main characters have the same names as her main characters, who were also together, and their backstory was quite similar, too. Also, Henry struck me as very serious and awkward, not funny.

[@monicastamant]

I started reading this after seeing it being compared to Young Royals (which, if you haven’t seen and you like RWRB, you NEED to watch!) and I was in a slump after rewatching YR over and over. I think this is a much funnier and optimistic and less dramatic/sad version of Young Royals, but it also surprised me by being such a well-written and interesting story of its own merit. I read it furiously over a few days and immediately after I was finished, went back and started rereading it again, which I NEVER do. I can’t believe it’s a debut novel. As of me typing this, the movie has wrapped filming and I’m very impatiently awaiting its release!

[@Angelareadsalot]

I’m glad I’m not the only one that felt major similarities to Young Royals when I read RWRB! But like you said, they are different and have their own merit. I’ve fallen in love with both, both are amazing imho.

[@monicastamant]

@@Angelareadsalot Yeah for sure! They are similar enough that if you like one, you’ll probably like the other, but different enough to be super interesting. It was cool that in RWRB both of them are in positions of fame/power while Simon in YR is a “commoner”.

[@Angelareadsalot]

True! And also, it was interesting to see the perspective of a 23-yr-old vs 16-yr-old prince. SPOILERS I do love that Alex and Simon are both super sassy and honest, and neither one could care less that they are dating a prince, haha. And that’s a big reason why their prince is in love with them :)

[@user-nj4zv6qo1y]

I started Young Royals because of the Red, White and Royal blue and I just can't stopped watching the series it was so good and so heartbreaking especially second season.

[@potatolover6462]

I’m gonna cry rn 😭😭, I finished two days ago and wanna read it again already ITS JUST SO GOOD

[@inverthusiast7412]

Okay I finished it a couple days ago and I think that it needs a sequel. I don't know how a sequel would be possible but I would love to read about Henry and Alex again. You can also tell how much research Casey put into the book

[@Uchiha_D._Ackerman]

Here's my synopsis: A political movement is stirring in UK that seeks to oust the royal family for good. Either they see having a gay prince as disgraceful on international stage (if they are ultra conservative) or they see royalties as symbol of old traditions and are outdated for the modern world (if they are ultra liberal). Alex, asked his mom to help the royal family for his boyfriend Henry. His mom helped in secret but it was discovered and exposed by the largest international media conglomerade. The media scandal was seen in both countries as foreign intervention and a political crisis, hence people started to hate them. Now Henry and Alex not only need to prove to each other that they can stay strong together through all these trials, but they also needs to prove to the world that royals can preserve certain important traditions while being progressive at the same time. To add a more personal conflict; Andrew (my original character) a son of the president-CEO of the said media giant, will try to break them up and steal either Henry or Alex.

[@elioabelle9388]

First off, your kiana is so adorable. And thank u for the review... i am so excited to read this.

[@Fatma-qn6wg]

I saw your review and then I read it online and OMG its amazing I finished it in one day .......I loved it

[@emersonarchuleta]

I loved this book too!! I feel seen and heard! and also, your dog is adorable!!

[@BrooklynSchugar]

Sophia, your back. yess! Always enjoy your enthusiastic review and recommendations!

[@bookishsophia]

THANK YOU 💞💞

[@beetrf]

will definitely have to check this out, you look extra amazing in that dress!

[@bookishsophia]

i hope you do!! and thank you!

[@jessicacastro3453]

“always yrs”😭😭😭😭

[@meganstewart1977]

it’s so goodddd🥺

[@carleegrace7677]

just read this book and omfg i didn’t want it to end

[@alyssawillis5739]

I'm reading it right now so I'm not gonna spoil it for myself but Nora really pulled a Todoroki

[@yaranassar4190]

I just finished the first chapter and Alex is so funny, the angsy the judgey-ness

[@strawberrysoulforever8336]

What? Alex grew up in Texas? I could have sworn it said somewhere that it was Mexico.

[@breannagartin3235]

Just thrifted this yesterday and read it in one sitting and I loved it! Soooo much!!

[@nkt.11]

How did you read so quick

[@breannagartin3235]

@@nkt.11 I've always been a fast reader for reference I read the host by stephenie Meyers in 4 hours. Also a single sitting. Depends on my mood and if I'm listening to music lol I'm always faster with music!

[@maybeitsmaebby3574]

watching this so i can be motivated to continue reading it and get out of my reading block this book put me in

[@lavwillow9]

I just finished it and now I just wanna read it again lol

[@leitzasschoolvids3736]

so true bestie

[@DazzlingBooks]

uuu this makes me want to read the book

[@benji_kay]

I love Cece(problems of a book nerd)'s description of half Gay and half West Wing

[@BienvenidoMarquezBacsal]

Ohh wow! This was like 4 years ago!!

[@vlogsbymaddy2885]

I finished it and LOVED it so much

[@florenceyared1797]

I absolutely loved this book!

[@bookishsophia]

i'm so glad to hear it!!! it deserves all the love

[@sageeddyx6122]

I finally read this last year and I can't wait for the movie

[@sapashow]

where did you get your top/dress? it's so pretty!!

[@bookishsophia]

thank you!! i got it on clearance at j. crew factory! factory.jcrew.com/p/womens-clothing/dresses/casualdresses/buttonfront-dress-in-linencotton/L6976?sale=true&isFromSale=true&color_name=avril-gingham-white-peri

[@sunflower2187]

This sounds amazing I wanna read it so bad now!!

[@bookishsophia]

i hope you do!! let me know what you think when you get to read it! 💞

[@nono-gw7qm]

Okay that’s it I’m buying this book. I really need some happiness in my life right now hahah

[@brianna8055]

i just gotten the book today!

[@emirjuarez5191]

Loved this review

[@bookishsophia]

thanks so much for watching!! 💞💞

[@Kade_Bauman]

It was a super cute book.

[@musicissmylife0511]

Just bought it today😅

[@malarayofsunshine]

For SURE my fave read of 2019 :D

[@bookishsophia]

that's truly what this book deserves

[@musicalnerds101]

I’ve been seeing this book a lot on audible and I will definitely be picking it up now!! Will you be reviewing Christine Riccios book? I’m very curious to know what you think!

[@bookishsophia]

ooh, i hope you do check it out! and i won't be reviewing christine's book, although i do mention it in my most recent "missing the review window" video

[@elira2712]

So uhm my dad ordered this book for me and I’m hoping he doesn’t know what it’s about, and if he doesn’t. I hope he doesn’t ask me if he can read it or if he asks me what it’s about. I’m gonna freak if he asks me.

[@DaisyXMachina]

I personally thought the novel had some issues which didn't make me like it as much as you, but enjoy your review and enthusiasm!

[@kimora_2674]

I literally finished the book in a few hours and then got sad bc I finished it too quickly. This is one of the best books I’ve ever read tbh

[@blakethefish]

agsjshdid i pulled an all nighter last night despite being super sick and definitely needing sleep but it was so good i couldnt stop😭😭

[@preserumcoco]

I WANT TO READ THIS SO BAD I just finished re-reading The Fever King by Victoria Lee and if you want angsty gay romance it's ahhHHHHH

[@bookishsophia]

ooooh the fever king sounds interesting! ya gurl loves a good angsty romance

[@sazmarie1281]

Have you written a book? If so I need to read it! :)

[@bookishsophia]

not yet. but ONE DAY I PROMISE

[@Usselton]

Red white and royal blue is the book This is the best book I have ever read it’s so great I ❤ it so so much if you want to read something about the LGBTQ 🏳️‍🌈 community you will not want to put this book down because it’s is just that great I can’t wait to read this book again I only wish that I can read this book for the first time again and again

[@maehutton5192]

Ik I’m a bit late but anyway I really enjoyed the book however I don’t really get why the author would name a Prince Henry, when we currently have a Prince Henry in Britain, and why she named another Prince Philip, when we currently have a Prince Philip in Britain????

[@racheltamayo2337]

Author?

[@ams_ig7855]

Casey McQuiston

[@erinfreeman9107]

I really disliked how it was from Alex’s perspective but also in 3rd person for some reason. It just seems to overlap weirdly, and pulled me out of it as some points. The narrator seems to be omniscient but also can’t see other perspectives, until I started thinking of it as Alex narrating his own life through a biographical lense because of his self-centred nature. I don’t have a favourite line but one of my favourite parts of the book is the turkey scene lmao

[@uilliamunknown4844]

I’m only 6 hrs into the audio book and yeah... I’m not impressed. As gay minority I can tell you first hand that this is not how the gay scene works, especially for men of color. It’s grim all around; politically and romantically. For me personally this novel reads like some wish fulfillment fan fiction. Which is fine, except that the synopsis makes you think you’ll be getting some Megan Markel and Prince Henry type drama along with their love-hate relationship. Like you have a biracial, bisexual First Son hooking up with a very traditional Prince of England... that’s a recipe for a good drama, not a whimsical rom-com. Thus far this novel definitely could have went another round of editing and a more clear direction. Like the idea of the story is good however for me personally I think I would like the story better if there was more realism and drama and some serious consequences involved. But Idk maybe the last 6hrs will change my mind.

[@idonteatspiders2986]

Oh god i feel the same way, all this overwhelming positive feedback was driving me crazy

[@LauraSarahsMusicFilter]

As long as that female president isn't called Killary hem sorry Hillary...

[@neonnknightt7246]

This was THE worst book I have read maybe ever. It was worse than 50 Shades. What are y’all reading for this to be a good book?!

[@nilocooper835]

Finished it yesterday. I agree... it was BAD. I guess I had sky high expectations.

[@neon1562]

Same bruv, it was mid

[@preshmah178]

I just bought on online and came here to see review..ahahaahaha

[@diegonelli9872]

4:18 not to throw you off or anything but the democratic and republican party are essentially the same lmao

[@boogerlui]

I couldn’t get int Red white/blue at all. The characters didn’t talk like human beings, they spoke like a teen girls construct of what they think teen gay boys should talk like. The characters are young men yet they talk and act as if they’re bitchy sarcastic high school queens. It was so off putting for me personally.

[@sardaryaseen1156]

download in pdf format here: booksguru.net/red-white-and-royal-blue-pdf/

[@abegailvillasoto8208]

Watching this in 2023 the Amazon prime movie adaptation is out ❤️🤍💙