ROMANCE

Roland Rogers Isn’t Dead Yet

Zando. Dec. 2024. 304p. ISBN 9781638931539. pap. $18. LGBTQIA+ ROMANCE
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Adam’s first book, a memoir about his coming out as a young gay Mormon, was a huge success but he has struggled to recapture that same level of acclaim. When his agent offers him a big book deal to ghostwrite a celebrity memoir, he eagerly agrees, hoping it will restart his career. The deal includes a large check and the opportunity to meet mega-famous action star Roland Rogers, as well as stay in his Malibu mansion. However, strange things happen as soon as Adam arrives for the job, such as the fact that Roland only communicates with Adam through electronic devices. Adam soon discovers that Roland has recently died, and his spirit desperately wants to tell his real life story before his body is found. Roland, who played a heterosexual heartthrob on the big screen, was gay but not out, and now he wants the world to know his truth. As Adam helps him write his life story, they fall in love, despite Roland being a ghost.
VERDICT Allen’s (Patricia Wants To Cuddle) unconventional novel about reputation, success, identity, and living authentically will appeal to readers looking for a unique take on a love story.
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