Time to finish the trilogy. The writing is beautiful though simple for middle grade readers.
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Mr. Acton wants to read Sixteen Souls by Rosie Talbot
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Mr. Acton finished reading A Gentleman's Gentleman by TJ Alexander
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A Gentleman's Gentleman by TJ Alexander
From the acclaimed author of Chef’s Kiss, a groundbreaking trans Regency romance that’s both delightfully witty and refreshingly iconoclastic.
The …
Mr. Acton rated Tell the Wolves I'm Home: 4 stars

Tell the Wolves I'm Home by Carol Rifka Brunt
It is 1987, and only one person has ever truly understood fourteen-year-old June Elbus -- her uncle, the renowned painter …
Mr. Acton finished reading Tell the Wolves I'm Home by Carol Rifka Brunt
Content warning Plot spoilers to at least 30% of the book.
Generally really good, but a tough read. The MC’s romantic crush on the dying uncle is uncomfortable to read but realistic for someone who might be unsure about their sexuality, esp allo v. ace to put their crush on a “safe” person. I can’t tell if it’s only character perception, but it seems like Finn and Toby have no existence outside of June after they moved to NYC. Were they both shut ins? It doesn’t seem like it.
Mr. Acton started reading Tell the Wolves I'm Home by Carol Rifka Brunt
I’m pretty sure this book is going to break me. I could use a good break. 😮💨 #bookclub
Mr. Acton reviewed Murder in the Dressing Room by Holly Stars (A Misty Divine Mystery, #1)
A fun tropey draggy first novel by Holly Stars!
4 stars
I had a great time following Misty Divine as she plowed her way through solving the murder of her friend and mentor, Lady Lady. Hotel administrator by day and cabaret performer by night. It definitely has first novel energy. Looking back, there were a couple things I wish were done differently by the character and the author, but I was enthralled as I turned page after page.
It was an also a good showcase of the struggles of living an authentic life from both outside forces and the famed inner saboteurs. It may open the eyes if those who only experience drag via tv and the occasional brunch.
I look forward to the next book to see the growth of both the author and Misty’s investigative skills.
Mr. Acton started reading Murder in the Dressing Room by Holly Stars (A Misty Divine Mystery, #1)
Mr. Acton rated Husband Material: 3 stars
Mr. Acton rated What if it's us: 3 stars

What if it's us by Becky Albertalli, Adam Silvera
Told in two voices, when Arthur, a summer intern from Georgia, and Ben, a native New Yorker, meet it seems …
Mr. Acton rated A Thief in the Night: 4 stars

A Thief in the Night by K.J. Charles (Gentle Art World, #2)
Mr. Acton rated Imogen, Obviously: 5 stars

Imogen, Obviously by Becky Albertalli
Imogen Scott has questions…
Imogen Scott may be hopelessly heterosexual, but she’s got the World’s Greatest Ally title locked down. …