The Rules and Regulations for Mediating Myths & Magic by F.T. Lukens

'The short version is that this book is amazing, and I am hard-pressed to be more coherent than ASKLJFDAH and OMGFLAIL.' You need more Asher and Ren in your lives.' It still hasn’t let me go, and I finished reading it hours ago. 'I continued my science fiction kick with a YA novel I have been eyeing for quite some time. School Library Journal on The Star Host 'Lukens writes a satisfying balance of action and romance in a science fiction setting that will feel familiar to fans of the genre.…Add this title to young adult sci-fi collections, and expect readers to eagerly anticipate the next book in the series.' Told in Lukens’ no-nonsense prose, this story will draw you in and not let go.' Start at The Star Host and plow right on through Ghosts and Ashes in one go. 'Fans of queer sci-fi adventure, this is the series for you. This is a rollicking adventure that blends elements from westerns, sci-fi, YA, and romance into a cohesive page-flipping thrill ride.' 'FIVE STARS… Ghosts & Ashes continues the adventures of The Star Host, Ren, as he comes to grips with his power and searches for his place in the cosmos. I can't wait until this book is published so I can buy a hard copy! Read more Her interpretation of fae, cryptids, and myths was also unique, refreshing, and even touching.

The protagonist also had insecurities I feel a lot of teenagers can relate to and his actions had real consequences. The writing style was fun to read and while the protag was snarky, the author seemed to know when it was too much, a pitfall that's common for sarcastic ya protagonists. In fact, the relationship was depicted as normally straight relationships usually are and the main character's problems with coming out were also treated realistically.

It's really hard to find a good book with a developed, interesting plot and a gay main relationship. It was an exciting story complete with realistic relationships, an adorable romance, cryptids, and teenage insecurities. I was given this book in exchange for an honest review via NetGalley.I was extremely excited to read this as it includes pretty much all of my interests, and I was not disappointed.

The Rules and Regulations for Mediating Myths & Magic by F.T. Lukens