Delight in a whirlwind of witty banter, charming escapades, and poignant moments of self-realization in this captivating queer historical romance. This literary adventure is meticulously crafted for discerning readers who relish stories that seamlessly blend sharp humor with profound emotional depth. Immerse yourself in a world where historical accuracy intertwines with fantastical literary chaos, all while exploring themes of identity, love, and acceptance. The narrative masterfully balances lighthearted moments with deeply moving scenes of introspection, ensuring a read that is both entertaining and enriching. Embark on a journey where characters not only navigate the complexities of historical settings but also discover their true selves amidst a tapestry of whimsical situations and genuine connections.

Another wonderful read! Croucher delivers again with sharp wit, lovable characters, and a universe that feels like a cozy, chaotic hug. Absolutely adored being back in this world—bring on more, please!

Unfortunately this was a DNF for me. I couldn't get into this one. I guess regency era romances are not for me. :(

This Regency romance is fun and playful with a strong-willed main character who isn't afraid to be herself. However, things take a sharp turn as our main character experiments with drugs and gets wrapped up in a thrilling mystery at a decaying estate. Don't let the cover fool you, this novel deals with serious topics, dark themes, and a gothic setting.

The book was cute and sweet with the narration matching that vibe. I'd reach something by Croucher again.

I think I wasn't in the right mindset to read this book. It seemed like it would be fun but I just couldn't get into the characters. I still give it a 3 even though I didn't finish it because the narrator was really good and it was well written. Just not for me.

I wanted to like it more than I did. The premise is really fun: a pair of friends go to a secluded gothic estate with a group of Wild Creative Types who are just that….wild! Or so I thought when I read the summary. Maybe it was just me but the group was very tame. Nash was boring and his self indulgent and destructive behavior was not entertaining enough to at least enjoy reading while feeling for the protagonist. Who also was pretty boring herself and naive to a point that I found myself rolling my eyes and saying “really?!!”

I really enjoyed this one. Thank you, NetGalley for sharing this with me. I'll definitely be looking forward to reading more.

Honestly, I’m not sure I’d say this was a rom-com. Yes, parts were funny. Yes, there was romance. But there were some darker moments that took it more just fiction, for me. I did enjoy the book once I was able to get into it. The first part dragged and I kept stopping & coming back.

I think for me personally i needed a physical copy of the book instead of the audio version. It was funny but there was just too much going on for me to follow solely through audio. might try again as an ebook.

A wonderful queer regency romance! This is a great friend's to lovers read in a time or a regency renaissance. We follow Edith (Eddie) as she struggles with society pressure and her best friend deciding to settle down. Eddie has to realize her feeling for Rose and learn how to accept the changes being forced on her. This was a great listen and I'd definitely recommend it!

This book was such fun. With its wit and cheekiness. There were a few places were it seemed to drag a bit but it was easy to get past it. The characters made it enjoyable to read.

Infamous is a queer, period tale of friends navigating love, expectations, and the disappointment that is handed to us via our ideals.

Lex Croucher's books are always funny and modern, but in historical settings. This is one of my favorite series.

Addictive, salacious, and really well written. I loved this book! Normally second books are always a bit less exciting for me, but not the case here. I loved it. The narrator was perfect to match the story.

Thank you to NetGalley and to the publisher for this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Infamous is a period romance. There’s an extended house party in an island in a lake that takes some darker turns that good chaperones would not approve of. I loved the friendships that this book highlights and dedication to one’s art. I did feel like the story dragged a bit.

This freaking book!!!!!!!!


Thank you soooooo much netgalley, the author and the publisher for the advanced review copy if this book💗
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DNF :(

I just couldn't get into this one. The premise was interesting -- a fairytale, coming of age novel -- but the execution didn't work for me, at least in the first 10%, which is as far as I got. I'd be willing to give this one another try in the future, but it just didn't work for me right now.

For a book sold to me as a 'romcom', Infamous is sooo much heavier than I anticipated."Historians will call them".... Comes to mind. A queer friendship (?) wherein the ladies are trying to categorize their feelings for each other but have no reference. An older married man is grooming one of them, and the other is engaged. There is much debauchery, sad and hysterical moments in equal parts and a few moments that might make you cry a bit. Full disclosure, a lot of this book made me feel *uncomfy* because some of our prominent characters were just sooooo unhinged.

I LOVE how Lex Croucher prioritizes incorporating diverse stories into their books, it's so refreshing for a historical. And if you're in to queer found family, this one will give you some good hope.

The narration is very well done. It's only one narrator/one POV and for this story, that worked well!

Infamous by Lex Croucher is a Regency-era queer romance and I LOVED it. This is not something I’d typically pick up but I absolutely enjoyed it and highly recommend especially after reading Reputation prior by the author. This one was as cleaver as the last and super fun and hilarious. The narration was just as great as the story. It was a great listening experience.

Many thanks to Macmillan Audio and NetGalley for sharing this listening copy for me in exchange for my honest review. I can’t wait to see what Lex comes out with next.

Listen, this book is not for me. This is a funny, sexy, queer book for a younger audience. Does it make me full body cringe? Yes. Am I so glad to not be a teen? Yes. I hope people enjoy this book but I can’t stop blushing.