Felix Ever After

Felix Love has never experienced the feeling of being in love—a fact that isn't lost on him, laden with a sense of irony he can't quite shake. As a Black, queer, and transgender teenager, Felix grapples with the fear that his intersecting identities might be too much for others, leaving him on the outskirts of the romantic experiences that seem to come naturally to everyone else. His longing to understand what it's like to love and be loved is a constant ache. But Felix is determined and hopeful, albeit quietly battling the fear that his dream of a "happily-ever-after" may never materialise.

His reality takes a cruel turn when an anonymous student starts sending him transphobic messages, culminating in the public posting of Felix's deadname alongside pre-transition pictures. This malicious act of cyberbullying propels Felix into a whirlwind of emotions, igniting a fierce resolve within him. He hatches a plan for revenge, a catfish scheme poised to expose the perpetrator. However, as the revenge plot unfolds, Felix finds himself entangled in an unexpected quasi-love triangle, complicating his feelings even further.

As Felix navigates through these tumultuous experiences, he embarks on a profound journey of self-discovery and introspection. The path is fraught with complex emotions and difficult questions that force Felix to explore the depths of his identity and his beliefs about love and self-worth. Throughout this transformative process, he begins to realise the significance of the most crucial relationship of all: the one he has with himself.

Felix Ever After is a candid and intricately woven narrative that delves into the understandings of identity, the beauty and trials of falling in love, and the indispensable journey towards self-acceptance. Masterfully written by Kacen Callender, the book offers an unflinching look at the challenges faced by those who embody multiple marginalised identities while conveying a powerful and uplifting message about recognising and embracing the love one truly deserves.