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Twelfth Knight Book Review <3

My rating - 4.5/5 stars

Review -

This was such a cute contemporary romance and a great modern take on the Shakespearean place Twelfth Night.

The book centers around our two main characters, Vi and Jack. Vi is a passionate, fiery feminist stuck in the trenches of the male-dominate fandom world and Jack is a star football player whose plans get held up after a severe knee injury. They meet through a video game called Twelfth Knight, where Vi plays as her male alter ego, Cesario.

This book offers great and realistic depiction of the misogyny and sexism in many nerd spaces while also touching on the struggle of recovering from serious injury and the healing process. The banter is this story is top notch and the relationship is veryyyy slow burn, so if you're a fan of enemies to lovers and slow burn, I 100% recommend.

#book reviews #contemporaryromance #enemiestoloversromance #slowburnenemiestolovers #feministbooks

2025/1/9 Edited to

In "Twelfth Knight," author Alexene Farol Follmuth brilliantly revives Shakespearean themes while spotlighting contemporary issues like misogyny in fandom cultures. This light-hearted romance not only entertains but also provides a poignant commentary on gender dynamics, particularly within male-dominated spaces. Vi, our spirited protagonist, resonates deeply with readers navigating similar struggles in fandom environments. Jack's journey reflects the challenges of injury recovery, adding depth to their slow-burn romance that many readers cherish. If you are fond of magic and healing in narratives, this book offers an engaging look at how relationships evolve through shared struggles. Readers who enjoy feminist literature will appreciate Follmuth's exploration of female agency and empowerment within the narrative. Furthermore, fans of relationships that begin with conflict, including enemies-to-lovers, will find satisfaction in the gradual development of Vi and Jack's connection. Overall, "Twelfth Knight" seamlessly intertwines rich character dynamics with societal reflections, making it a must-read for contemporary romance enthusiasts.

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