First off, I adore Sophie Gonzales, her writing, and this book cover!
I appreciate Sophie's author's note and I'm glad she finally got to publish this book!

I loved the boarding school setting and getting to know Danni and Rose individually and together. I didn't want to put the book down. It tackled so many topics and emotions, all of which were handled well.

Nobody in Particular is a sweet, pining, hopeful coming-of-age story.
I recommend it to anyone looking for royal romance, forbidden romance, sapphic romance, boarding school romance, or any YA romance.

Frankly, if Sophie Gonzales writes it, I'll read it.

When Danni moves to Henland to go to elite boarding school Bramppath College, the last thing she expects is to fall in love with Princess Rosemary. First love, boarding school shenanigans, star-crossed lovers, complicated grief - this heartwarming and endearing book has it all.

Sophie Gonzales remains my queer YA queen. I love how she writes messy teenagers who act like teenagers. This book is both tender as in sweet and tender as in hurts to the touch - Gonzales doesn't shy away from talking about some tough stuff. But in the end, her books always end with hope. These are the kind of books I wish I had when I was a teenager.

One thing about me is I love queer royals! This book was such a good time but also had so much heart behind it. There was teen drama, friend drama, family drama, secrets, lies, and a really great sapphic romance. Rose and Danni were both complex and lovable characters. Their banter was also top notch. Also the cover is the most gorgeous thing ever

From the moment I saw the cover, I knew I would enjoy this book. The cover is absolutely adorable! Rosemary and Danni have such a sweet relationship in this YA novel. I was worried that they started their relationship too quickly and that there would be nowhere for it to grow but I was pleasantly surprised. The book kept my attention the entire time. I really enjoyed the ending and reading about how Rose comes to accept her trauma and feels all of her feelings. Same goes for Danni embracing who she is and standing in her power after all her previous bullying.

I had an issues with Danni because it was hard to see her as an introverted piano prodigy who was afraid to play in front of people and then for Valentine's Day magically gets over her fear with little effort to play Rose a piece she wrote for her. After that she is no longer afraid to perform and not much else is mentioned about that.

Overall I enjoyed this read and would recommend it to anyone who enjoys a cute sapphic love story, Gossip Girl, or Young Royals.

There are themes of sex, drinking, and drug use as well an unwanted kiss on page while heavily drunk.

Thank you to NetGalley and St. Martin's Press for an ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.

Thank you to Net Galley, the author, and the publisher for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Nobody In Particular is Sophie Gonzales newest YA queer romance book. I have read her other books and really enjoyed them, and this one was no different.

Danni Blythe is an American teenager who moves to the fictional country of Henland and goes to a prestigious private school. There, she falls in love with the country's Princess named Rose. This book follows the complicated relationship of falling in love when it's forbidden and fallout of having every part of your life in the public spotlight.

This book was witty, high stakes, heart and more. It feels like "Red, White, & Royal Blue" with a sapphic spin. The story had ups and downs that left me hooked. Nobody in Particular is also more than just a romance, it has heart-warming friendships and boarding school drama. I would highly recommend this book.

ARC review | ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5 | YA

Release date: June 3, 2025

Publisher: St. Martin's Press/Wednesday Books

Thanks to NetGalley, the publisher, and the author for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Y'all! A 2025 ARC has finally delivered! This is a beautiful coming of age tale about finding yourself and leading carving own path despite what others may want or need of you. Truly no one does yearning quite like the queers and this did not disappoint. There were some really heavy topics that were handled with sensitivity and grace. Truly cannot say enough good things. Can't wait for y'all to get your hands on this.

This was a super cute and enjoyable book. I loved both Rosemary and Danni, and thought they had a great dynamic and relationship.

This was delicious! Its giving Red, White, and Royal Blue but sapphic. This is the only kind of monarchy representation I am interested in!

I was soo excited to read Nobody In Particular because royal romances are my all time favorite trope and even better when they are sapphic. I enjoyed reading about the romance blooming between Danni and Rose, however they separately felt a bit flat as individual characters. I also really enjoyed the boarding school setting, but would have liked some more exposure to the outside world to make the broader consequences feel real. I also really enjoyed the side characters in this book, and would have liked to see more of Danni's mom and Rose's parents. Overall, I did feel a little bit let down by this book, but I still enjoyed it and would recommend for fans of Her Royal Highness and other YA royal romances like American Royals.

This was my first book by this author and I really enjoyed her writing style. I liked the multiple povs because I felt that each character was very unique and the dual narrative allowed me to hear both of their experiences. I loved both Danni and Rose. I am looking forward to reading more from this author.

This book opens with Sophie Gonzales explaining how this comes from a story she wrote long ago, before the queer royalty books became a trend. Hence, the story may have become less different from back when she conceived it. I can't tell what I would have thought then, but I feel this was just the expectable amount of... the expected for a YA romance.

3.5 rounded up to 4.

This is a girls boarding school romance between the American and the princess of the small reign in Europe. I loved the contrasting personalities for both and I imagine all the years of editing the story did it very good. It's hard to pick a flaw. The pacing is good, the characters act just as the author needs them to.

Aside from how the main couple was built, I also like how this dealt with substance abuse. Not as the big thing to take the focus out of what we were really here for but as something relevant to the characters and their development.

It's hard to pick what about the book that it's not a five-star. But I think that was it. As I said I can't tell how the novelty of a queer royalty romance would have gone when the author really wanted it published, but I suspect that my impression would still be that it was a good book to read but that was it. It lacked that Something Else that makes it an unforgettable five-star to me.

All in all, even if it's not a rare gem, it's a book that I'm sure most readers will enjoy. Plus I love Sophie Gonzales's stories, and you shouldn't miss the opportunity to read any of them.

Honest review based on an ARC provided by Netgalley. Many thanks to the publisher for this opportunity.

I can't stop thinking about this book! The depth of character was so well-done, and I was deeply invested from start to finish. I think the ending was a little too optimistic compared to how grounded the rest of the book felt, and I would have preferred more ambiguity, but overall this was a great read.

The fairytale I always wanted to read growing up

This book is like a warm hug wrapped in teenage angst, queer joy, and just the right amount of swoon. Seriously—if you’re into heartfelt slow-burns, witty banter, and characters who feel way too real (in the best way), this one’s a must-read.

The romance will sweep you off your feet! I caught myself grinning like a dork at multiple points. And the emotional beats? They hit hard. There’s so much vulnerability and growth packed in, but it never feels heavy—it’s got that perfect balance of fluff and depth.

Also, the friendships and the little moments of self-discovery? Chef’s kiss. 🫶

Five stars, easily. This one gave me all the feels and left my heart full. Highly recommend for fans of YA romance that actually says something while still being ridiculously cute.

The first thing I would like to point out for this book would be to read the author's note -- I feel like it's a very important piece to this book.

For me, I feel like if you enjoyed Red, White, and Royal Blue, you will enjoy this book. Nobody in Particular is a story about the crown princess, Rosemary, and a new scholarship student, Dani, at a boarding school called Bramppath College. Both trying to find acceptance for who they are. Both from two different backgrounds, Both unable to avoid looking at each other.

The sweet sapphic relationship found in this book was well written and very thought-out when it came to dating someone famous and dealing with the paparazzi and social media. Overall, this was a really sweet read, but it was hard to keep my attention because I couldn't connect to the characters. I realize that I am not the targeted audience (age 36), but I would recommend this to teens who are interested in this genre.

I almost didn't finish this book because let's face it, some story lines interest us more than others and this book has A LOT going on, but I had to finish it. I had to see what happened.

To me most of the characters very annoying and over the top with the exception of a few moments throughout the book.You could tell they cared about each other, but there was struggles about sexual identity and past (from almost every character) that we see throughout the book, However, there is so much growth for the 2 FMC'S and I feel that readers can appreciate that. The ending felt a little too rushed for me and I would have liked to see more in regards to some of the main characters.

Nobody in Particular is a heartwarming coming of age LGBTQIA+ novel that includes drama, love, and grief and a lot of emotions, with a gorgeous cover to go with the words inside.

Thank you to NetGalley for this ARC!

This was so cute! I need to read more sapphic romances because this one just made me crave it so much. I loved the banter and the chemistry between our two main characters, the plot and setting were engaging and I was gripped the whole time.

Sophie Gonzales writes great characters, and Rose and Danni are no exception. I thought the character development was great, especially when we find out just why Molly hates Rose so much. The characters and their dynamics were well-done, and I know that they will resonate with my students. I am looking forward to recommending this one!

This book was like a warm cup of tea on a rainy day (fitting, since it's spring right now in the Twin Cities). with a royal twist (English Breakfast cuppa, anyone?) Oh, and did I mention it's a slow burn full of yearning??

Princess Rosemary is trying to piece her life back together after a scandal that nearly destroyed everything she’d worked for. She’s determined to keep her head down at school and avoid any more headlines. That is, until Danni shows up, all talent, charm, and zero respect for royal boundaries. Their connection is immediate and electric, but in a world where image is everything, love becomes more of a liability than a fairytale.

Their story is soft and full of sweet moments, but what really drew me in is how much both girls grow throughout the story. Rose’s struggle to live authentically under constant scrutiny will be so relatable to any eldest daughter who still craves academic validation even after years of therapy, and Danni’s confidence and kindness bring so much light to the page.

The supporting characters add drama and dimension, which is always something I look for. You’ll find yourself rooting hard for Rose and Danni as they try to hold onto something beautiful in a world that’s desperate to tear them apart (it's giving Red, White, and Royal Blue, but sapphic).

It was cute, and I always love seeing the young sapphics finding each other and finding their footing. But honestly other than Rose’s character and situation (and I will say that Rose grew on me quite a bit, and I enjoyed her journey and growth, but also her teasing personality and scathing sarcasm, plus the very real way she would dissociate from any negative emotion) it felt very surface level, unable to hold up under any kind of scrutiny.

Danni fit whatever role was needed for the moment. Sometimes she was painfully shy, other times she was popular and standing up for herself and others. She grew up in DENVER and was horrified of weed (more so than alcohol??) and had never had a non-dairy milk. She was a pianist good enough to get a full ride into a fancy private school in another country (which is INSANE; she’d have to be a prodigy to do that for piano. It would have been much more believable if she played oboe or something) WITHOUT performing?? Like, auditions?? A repertoire of performances and recitals?? There’s absolutely no way unless the school’s music program is a literal joke. Also no way she’d be the only piano student; because that’s not remotely cost effective and not conducive to learning.

Also, we needed Rachel to actually be a character. Otherwise, why even have her exist? She’s a plot device so Danni isn’t entirely alone without any friends.

The good: Rose and Molly, Rose confronting her trauma (don’t like that she said no to therapy though), Rose embracing her emotions, Rose thrashing against her gilded cage.

Could have been 50 pages shorter though

This book was such a lovely surprise. Heartfelt, funny, and completely absorbing, Nobody in Particular had me hooked from Danni and Rose’s first sarcastic exchange. Their connection was magnetic and sweet, and I loved the layered exploration of identity, privilege, and queer first love. The boarding school setting, the mystery surrounding past events, and the secret dating trope all worked so well together.

It reminded me of Her Royal Highness meets Red, White, and Royal Blue, with a bit of Gossip Girl chaos and entitlement thrown in. The story touches on mature themes like sex, drugs, and alcohol, but felt appropriate for the high school setting and was handled with realism and care.

Sophie Gonzales has written a beautiful, romantic YA novel with unforgettable characters and genuine emotional depth. I read this in less than a day and loved watching Danni and Rose grow into themselves. Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the e-ARC.

<b>“I am wildfire. And I intend to burn it all down”</b>

Oof. Royal romance. LGBTQ+. Heartbreak and heart healed. A true coming-of-age story. Gonzales DELIVERED. I really enjoyed Danni, who started out so unsure of herself but really blossomed at Brammpath. Rose was exactly what I would have expected and more. I love how hard she came for people when she thought Danni was at risk.

Burn it all down, Rose. & from the ashes a queen shall rise.