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Felix Ever After

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2020

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Kacen Callender

Felix Ever After

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2020
Book Details
Pages

368

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

New York City • Contemporary

Topic
Publication Year

2020

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

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Super Short Summary

In Felix Ever After, Felix Love, a 17-year-old Black, queer, and trans student, navigates love, self-discovery, and identity while attending an elite art school's summer program. As Felix deals with anonymous transphobic attacks and confronts past traumas, he explores his gender identity, forms unexpected connections, and ultimately recognizes his own self-worth and capacity for love. The novel includes themes of transphobia and abandonment.

Emotional

Challenging

Romantic

Contemplative

Hopeful

Reviews & Readership

4.4

65,615 ratings

84%

Loved it

13%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Felix Ever After by Kacen Callender is praised for its authentic portrayal of a Black, queer, and transgender protagonist, resonating deeply with readers. Positive reactions highlight its emotional depth and relatable themes of identity and self-discovery. Criticisms include occasional pacing issues. Overall, it's celebrated for its impactful representation and storytelling.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Felix Ever After?

Readers who enjoy LGBTQ+ coming-of-age stories with a focus on identity, love, and resilience will be captivated by Felix Ever After by Kacen Callender. Fans of Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda and If I Was Your Girl will find a similarly heartfelt and empowering narrative. This book is ideal for teens and young adults navigating their own paths of self-discovery.

4.4

65,615 ratings

84%

Loved it

13%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Character List

Felix Love

The eponymous protagonist who navigates life as a 17-year-old queer, transgender, Black student at an elite art school, struggling with self-worth and identity.

Felix's best friend and supportive companion, a wealthy queer person of color who grapples with family expectations while being a steadfast ally to Felix.

Initially perceived as an antagonist and a potential romantic interest, Declan is a skilled artist at St. Catherine’s with a complicated past and relationships.

A peripheral character who is white, cisgender, and gay, revealing himself as a transphobic adversary motivated by jealousy.

A positive, tech-savvy friend who supports Felix by standing up against transphobia and promoting positivity.

A static character in the social circle who represents internal community transphobia through her antagonistic behavior.

Book Details
Pages

368

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

New York City • Contemporary

Topic
Publication Year

2020

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

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