They were both exceptionally cute characters. The sex scenes were excellent, but I have to say I enjoyed all of the physical affection between the pair in this book, even before they started their relationship. The way they both view their relationship is realistic and uncommon for a romance novel - they both realize that maybe they won't be together forever, although it definitely feels like it now. To be honest, I have hearts in my eyes over that emotion. 'Not that he'd ever stand in the way of AJ's happiness, but he really wanted to be a part of it.' I think this quote beautifully expresses the way that Danny loves AJ: I hovered between 4 and 5 stars just because I felt it could've been longer, with more development of both characters, but it stands really well as it is. This is a lovely short novel, with a sweet friends-to-lovers plot. I haven’t expected anything less from Cecil Wilde, their A Boy Called Cin is stellar and Defying Convention is amazing as well.ĬW: panic attacks, anxiety, low self-esteem, deadnaming Also there are excellent sex scenes, high praise! I adore strong open recurring verbal consent in romance. They are such good communicators! They talk things through, making sure everyone is comfortable with what they are doing. It’s clear they have had five years of shared history and friendship before they start dating. I’m so weak for pink hair, they were my instant fave. AJ is chemist and they are a fan of comics. AJ is bisexual nonbinary person, they are of Sri Lankan decent and also about 25. He likes scifi movies and he’s just great. Danny is bisexual transgender man, he’s about 25 years old I think. Danny and AJ both have distinct voices and personalities. The story is told in dual 3rd person pov.

They have crushes on each other and they are very cute and I love their love. Defying Convention is a novella about two online friends who are meeting for the first time to attend a convention together.

Defying Convention by Cecil Wilde