Red, White and Royal
Blue by Casey McQuiston
Red, White and Royal
Blue by Casey McQuiston delivers a nice, optimistic, and fun love story
that’s a perfect start to a new decade of enjoying books and stories.
In an alternative reality, but similar enough to seem
absolutely possible, Alex Claremont-Diaz is the half-Mexican son of the first
female president of the United States. He is handsome, charming and passionate
about making the world a better place. Then there is Prince Henry, third in
line to the throne, and practically the definition of Prince Charming. Alex
doesn’t necessarily consider Henry his arch-nemesis. It is just that Henry’s
perceived perfection rubs Alex the wrong way, and he can’t help but obsess over
the Prince’s actions.
During the Royal Wedding of Prince Henry’s brother, Alex and
Henry get into an altercation that ends with them tripping over and onto the
most expensive wedding cake in the world. To advert the ensuing international
political nightmare, Alex and Henry are forced to convince the public that they
are the best of friends. What starts as a series of staged outings and photo
ops, transforms into a begrudging friendship and soon into a sweet and
passionate secret love affair. But when you live your life in the public eye,
keeping a secret such as this is basically impossible, especially during an
election year.
McQuiston’s debut novel is a joy to read. The characters of
Alex and Henry work very well together, and you can’t help but root for them to
get their happily ever after. The dialogue is fun and witty, and the love story
is swoon worthy. I recommend this book to fans of romantic comedies and any one
out there in search of a joyful, fun, and optimistic story that will make you
smile.
