I tried so hard to NOT buy this book but I couldn’t resist this queer love story in a magical monster world that is a copy of the non-magical. We follow Sebastien as he begins school at a wizarding university and finally has the chance to learn how to use his powers after growing up with parents who don’t approve of magic or his being gay. We get to see him navigate a lot of new relationships and grow in his confidence that he belongs in this new world. Also, did I mention he made out with a beautiful stranger who he discovers lives in the same building as him?! I devoured this story and can’t wait to read more.
Les Normaux by Janine Janssen, (List Price: $22.99, Avon, 9780063414679, February 2025)
Reviewed by Morgan DePerno, Bookmarks in Winston-Salem, North Carolina