Casey McQuiston's groundbreaking has captured the hearts of hundreds of thousands of listeners with its laugh-out-loud funny, sexy, and irreverent take on high-stakes love and high-profile drama. The story follows Alex Claremont-Diaz, first son to the President of the United States, and Henry Fox-Mountchristen-Windsor, the Prince of Wales, as they navigate diplomacy, politics, and budding romantic tension. Part of what makes this listen so charming is the multitude of juicy tropes it's built on—you've got enemies-to-lovers, opposites attract, and fake friendship (which is only a step away from fake dating), all wrapped up in one irresistible romance.
Alex and Henry's chemistry comes alive and, with all the twists and turns in their journey, it's easy to see how the book has grown such a devoted fan base. And now, the story is about to gain even more popularity, with a film adaptation set for release on Prime Video on August 11, starring Taylor Zakhar Perez as Alex and Nicholas Galitzine as Henry.
If you’re searching for more captivating queer romances while you wait for that release date or just browsing for a follow-up to your latest favorite listen, look no further. Whether they share a trope, a setting, a sense of humor, or that unquantifiable magic that leaves fans swooning, these audiobooks are sure to hit the spot.
Susie Dumond is the author of Queerly Beloved and the forthcoming novel Looking for a Sign. She is a senior contributor at Book Riot. You can find her on Instagram at @susiedoom.
