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Queerly Beloved

A Novel
By Susie Dumond
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Queerly Beloved by Susie Dumond is a delightful tale set in the early 2010s that follows Amy, a college dropout who works as a baker by day and a covert bridesmaid-for-hire by night. When she unexpectedly falls for a woman, Amy discovers new facets of her identity, confronting societal norms and personal relationships. The novel weaves together themes of love, acceptance, and the complexities of modern life in a heartfelt and humorous way.
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You might enjoy this book if you love stories filled with humour, romance, and genuine exploration of identity. It offers a heartwarming and sometimes poignant look at the complexities of finding oneself, love, and community within a vibrant and supportive setting. Perfect for readers who appreciate diverse characters and a tale that balances wit with heartfelt emotions.

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Queerly Beloved by Susie Dumond tells the story of a people-pleasing baker trying to find her place as a bridesmaid-for-hire. Will she finally find her happily ever after and her own voice?

This delightful debut is perfect for anyone who has ever created their own place to belong. Described by Casey McQuiston, bestselling author of Red, White & Royal Blue and One Last Stop, as "a delightful debut, perfect for any person who's ever created their own place to belong."

Finalist for the Lambda Literary Award. Recognised as one of the best books of the year by Book Riot.

The novel follows Amy, a semicloseted queer baker and bartender residing in mid-2010s Oklahoma. She has spent her life putting other people’s needs before her own. Things take a turn when she's fired from her job at a Christian bakery and ends up turning a one-off gig substituting as a bridesmaid into a full-time business. Her baking talents, crafting skills, and years of rom-com and Say Yes to the Dress viewing pay off.

Amidst her new career, she meets Charley, an attractive engineer who has just moved to Tulsa. Suddenly, Amy has found somethingβ€”and someoneβ€”she genuinely wants.

Amy's tight-knit group of chosen family celebrates her journey toward becoming her authentic self. However, as her desire to please others intensifies, it begins to strain her relationships. Amy faces the challenge of defining what it means to stay true to herself and whether she has the courage to do so.

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Queerly Beloved by Susie Dumond is celebrated as a heartwarming and joyful novel, akin to a richly layered cake filled with warmth and sweetness. It is praised for its originality and heartfelt storytelling, offering a joyful exploration of queer love and resilience. The novel is described as a love letter to Tulsa and a meaningful blend of light-hearted humour and serious queer rights themes.

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ISBN: 9780593243978

Publisher: Random House USA Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 May 2022

Country: United States

Imprint: Random House Inc

Audience: General / adult

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Width: 139.0mm

Height: 210.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 384

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About the Author

Susie Dumond is a queer writer from Little Rock, Arkansas. She is a senior contributor at Book Riot, where she writes a monthly Horoscopes and Book Recommendations column, as well as various quizzes, book lists, and bookish news pieces. Susie received a bachelor of arts from the University of Tulsa and a master of arts in public policy and women's, gender, and sexuality studies from the George Washington University. Currently, she's probably making cupcakes at her home in Washington, D.C., with her partner, Mary, her dog, Waffles, and her cat, Maple.

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