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Red, White & Royal Blue

by Casey McQuiston

★★★★☆ 4.05 (1 244 394 ratings)
2019 · 421 pages · ~7h 1m read · Fiction

When Alex Claremont-Diaz, the First Son of the United States, gets into a public altercation with Prince Henry of Wales, their handlers stage a fake friendship to prevent a diplomatic crisis. However, what begins as a PR stunt soon evolves into a secret, cross-continental romance that could jeopardize a high-stakes presidential reelection campaign. This witty and heartfelt debut explores the complexities of public life, identity, and the courage required to live authentically while navigating the intense pressures of international relations.

Widely read around the world. Estimated 8 million readers.

Atmosphere: Real WorldVibe: LightPacing: Fast-paced
romancepoliticshumor

Notable Quotes

"Thinking about history makes me wonder how I’ll fit into it one day, I guess. And you too. I kinda wish people still wrote like that. History, huh? Bet we could make some."
"That's the choice. I love him, with all that, because of all that. On purpose. I love him on purpose."
"Sometimes you just jump and hope it's not a cliff."

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