Something Spectacular (Something Fabulous, #2)
Alexis Hall
From the USA Today bestselling author of Boyfriend Material comes a riotous Regency romp full of art, expensive hats, and a love that is nothing short of spectacular. Peggy Delancey’s not at all ready to move on from her former flame, Arabella Tarleton. But Belle has her own plans for a love match, and she needs Peggy’s help to make those plans a reality. Still hung up on her feelings and unable to deny Belle what she wants, Peggy reluctantly agrees to help her woo the famous and flamboyant opera singer Orfeo. She certainly doesn’t expect to find common ground with a celebrated soprano, but when Peggy and Orfeo meet, a whole new flame is ignited that she can’t ignore. Peggy finds an immediate kinship with Orfeo, a castrato who’s just as nonconforming as she is—and just as affected by their instant connection. They’ve never been able to find their place in the world, but as the pair walks the line between friendship, flirtation, and something more, they may just find their place with each other.
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This was FUCKING DELIGHTFUL!! Definitely a favorite of the year.
Every time I go into an Alexis Hall book I know I'm in for something great. But this one absolutely blew me away.
The first book in this series was such a fun time. It was light hearted and quirky and absolutely hilarious. This second book, maintained all those things but had so much heart and impact to it.
The way this handled gender and love was stunning. And I was left head over heels in love with these characters. Neither character follows gender norms, and I don't think anyone handles those topics as expertly as Alexis Hall.
I loved all of the discussions about love, expectations, and society surrounding their romance not only amongst themselves, but with their friends and loved ones as well.
There are so many obstacles that these 2 had to overcome, not only in the way society would see them, but with their own biases and expectations as well.
And finally -- that epilogue. Did not see that coming and hats off to Alexis Hall for getting my jaw to drop on the floor.
I listened to this on audio, which was fantastically done, and I loved getting to hear all the Italian and accents as they were meant to be read. I highly recommend!
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