Honey Girl. A AAMBC Review

The synopsis of Honey Girl promptly grabbed our attention, so we were more than happy to read it. This novel is Morgan Rogers’s debut. Eager to indulge, we dove right in.

Honey Girl is described as “refreshingly timely and relatable.” The main character, Grace Porter, has always tried to do what was expected of her, but it becomes exhausting. Having recently completed a Ph.D. program, Grace is not quite sure of what she really wants to do in her life. One wild night in Vegas leads to her questioning many of her decisions and even her future.

We rate this novel a 3.5 out of 5. This novel tackles many relevant issues, including queer relationships, family dynamics, peer and familial pressures, and societal expectations. The novel is decently written, although the character of Grace does seem a bit melodramatic. There are quite a few characters to keep up with, especially in relation to Grace. The novel has a mild pace but does not have much driving the plot forward. Overall, it is entertaining and, at the least, relatable.

TL;DR

The good: Modern, young queer characters without too much emphasis on the queer

The bad: Slow-paced, not much moving the plot

Is it worth the buy? Try it for yourself if the synopsis intrigues you.

Rating: 3.5/5