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The One True Me and You
by Remi K. England
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
The One True Me and You is the story of Kay and Teagan. Teagan is competing in a beauty pageant as Miss Virginia, hoping to win the $25,000 prize that would help pay for college. At the same hotel, Kay is at a fandom convention. Kay is elated to meet close online friends, use they/them pronouns for the first time, and maybe even kiss a girl. Against all odds, Kay and Teagan meet and instantly form a connection. But with pageant moms lurking and Miss North Carolina (Kay’s hometown bully) on the prowl, Kay and Teagan must decide how much they want to risk.
The One True Me and You is a love letter to fandom and exploring queer identity safely in online spaces. I absolutely adored it and couldn’t put it down! I loved how England wrote Kay’s questioning about what labels worked for them; it felt incredibly well-done. While Teagan is confident that she identifies as a lesbian, Kay is questioning what label fits best and whether they are non-binary. It made me so happy to see included that you don’t need to “prove” you are deserving of a label and that you are never obligated to be out, especially if you’re not ready. This book is a hug, an understanding smile, and a promise that things will get better.
I highlighted so many hilarious quotes; this book is very witty! It’s filled with references to fandom culture that anyone who has been a part of any fandom community can relate to. While I’m not as familiar with pageants, I liked how Teagan saw a balance of both positive and negative things about the experience. The same can certainly be true of online fandom communities, as Kay finds out. I felt very connected to both Kay and Teagan, getting caught up in their hopes and identifying with their anxieties surrounding who knows what about their identity.
You’ll find yourself cheering for Kay and Teagan as they bravely attempt their goals, conquer fears, and wonder what happens after the weekend ends. This is a celebration of fandom, queer joy, and learning to stand up for yourself. England writes beautifully about acceptance, the importance of pronouns, and amazing friendships. I would highly recommend this book to anyone looking for a contemporary LGBTQ+ romance that you won’t be able to put down. Thank you so much to Remi K. England, Wednesday Books, and Netgalley for a free ARC in exchange for an honest review.
The One True Me and You is a love letter to fandom and exploring queer identity safely in online spaces. I absolutely adored it and couldn’t put it down! I loved how England wrote Kay’s questioning about what labels worked for them; it felt incredibly well-done. While Teagan is confident that she identifies as a lesbian, Kay is questioning what label fits best and whether they are non-binary. It made me so happy to see included that you don’t need to “prove” you are deserving of a label and that you are never obligated to be out, especially if you’re not ready. This book is a hug, an understanding smile, and a promise that things will get better.
I highlighted so many hilarious quotes; this book is very witty! It’s filled with references to fandom culture that anyone who has been a part of any fandom community can relate to. While I’m not as familiar with pageants, I liked how Teagan saw a balance of both positive and negative things about the experience. The same can certainly be true of online fandom communities, as Kay finds out. I felt very connected to both Kay and Teagan, getting caught up in their hopes and identifying with their anxieties surrounding who knows what about their identity.
You’ll find yourself cheering for Kay and Teagan as they bravely attempt their goals, conquer fears, and wonder what happens after the weekend ends. This is a celebration of fandom, queer joy, and learning to stand up for yourself. England writes beautifully about acceptance, the importance of pronouns, and amazing friendships. I would highly recommend this book to anyone looking for a contemporary LGBTQ+ romance that you won’t be able to put down. Thank you so much to Remi K. England, Wednesday Books, and Netgalley for a free ARC in exchange for an honest review.