Infamous is the story of Eddie and Rose. While Eddie is determined to make her own way in the world without bowing to societal norms, Rose must consider her family in the choices she makes. Best friends from the beginning, Eddie is shocked and hurt when Rose becomes engaged to a man who prides himself on the breeding of rabbits. When an irreverent and charming poet meets her and promises her literary success, Eddie and Rose find themselves forced to decide what is truly most important. 

I absolutely LOVED Infamous!! It solidified Lex Croucher for me as one of those authors that I will read anything they write- grocery receipts included! Croucher writes incredible historical queer romance. Their writing is witty and joyful, while not ignoring serious social issues of the time. I personally loved the LGBTQ+ and non-binary rep! 

 Lex Croucher writes about queerness, diversity, hilarious shenanigans, and an aching love between two friends who know almost everything about each other. Nash is such a well-written and entertaining character and also I wanted to slip through the pages and push him off a cliff. The supporting cast brings in a beautiful element of queer found family, especially with Valentine and Dayo. I could have read books about their lives as well and hope to see them again!

Eddie and Rose have a yearning, slow-burn love story that I could read over and over again. I highly recommend Infamous! This book would be great for readers who love Little Women (Eddie is similar to Jo Marsh). I also think readers who enjoy authors like KJ Charles, Alexis Hall, and Freya Marske would enjoy Infamous. 

 Thank you to Lex Croucher, St. Martin’s Griffin, and Netgalley for a free ARC in exchange for an honest review.