Wednesday, June 11, 2025

The Romantic Tragedies of a Drama King

Trevaldwyn, Harry. The Romantic Tragedies of a Drama King. 2025. 352p. ISBN 9781250366788.

The Romantic Tragedies of a Drama King book cover

Patrick Simmons, who goes by the name of Patch, is a high school student who is determined to find a boyfriend this year. Armed with his mother's outdated self-help books and an unwavering belief in himself, Patch sets his sights on two new students who have recently joined the drama club: the sophisticated Peter, and his enigmatic friend, Sam. As the drama club prepares to put on Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street, Patch is sure that he will land the role of Sweeney Todd.

Together with his best friend Jean, and Tessa, who's really trying too hard to be part of their group, Patch sets to conquer both the theater and love. But he soon finds that he has competition. When he doesn't land the role, Patch is devastated. Then, he bungles opportunity after opportunity with the boys he's attracted to, and even sabotages his friendship with Jean. Facing competition from his classmates and navigating the complexities of teenage romance, Patch seeks to remain optimistic, but the situation has never been dire, even for one who has a healthy dose of self-confidence.

This heartwarming and humorous coming-of-age story explores themes of self-acceptance, friendship, and the importance of staying true to oneself. Patch's comedic misadventures deliver a relatable and engaging tale that celebrates individuality and encourages readers to embrace their own unique journeys of self-discovery.

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