{"product_id":"a-gentlemans-gentleman-isbn-9780593686201","title":"A Gentleman's Gentleman","description":"\u003cb\u003eA \u003ci\u003eNEW YORK TIMES \u003c\/i\u003eNOTABLE BOOK • A \u003ci\u003eUSA TODAY \u003c\/i\u003eBESTSELLER • From the acclaimed author of \u003ci\u003eChef's Kiss\u003c\/i\u003e, a groundbreaking trans Regency romance that's both delightfully witty and refreshingly iconoclastic.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“\u003ci\u003eA Gentleman’s Gentleman\u003c\/i\u003e is a thoroughly charming confection of a romance. If you’re looking for a tender, gentle slow burn, this is the book for you.” —Cat Sebastian, author of \u003ci\u003eWe Could Be So Good\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eThe notoriously eccentric Lord Christopher Eden is a “man of unusual make” and even more unusual habits: he prefers to live far from the prying eyes and ears of the \u003ci\u003eton\u003c\/i\u003e, and would rather have the comfortable company of his childhood cook and his aged butler than the swarm of servants and hangers-on befitting a man of his station. But Christopher’s pleasant, if occasionally lonely life is upended when he receives word from his lawyers that, according to his late father’s will, he must find a wife by the end of the Season if he intends to keep his family’s fortune and the Eden estate. Christopher cannot imagine a worse fate: as he isn’t attracted to women, his chances of making a wife happy are slim. Furthermore, if his quest to marry has any hope of succeeding, he must move to London posthaste and acquire some more suitable staff.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEnter James Harding, Christopher’s new, distractingly handsome—if rigidly traditional—valet. After a rocky start, the two strike up a fragile friendship amid the throes of the London Season . . . a friendship that threatens to shatter under the looming shadow of Christopher’s impending nuptials—and the secrets both men are keeping. With its heady combination of dry wit, slow-burn romance, and a nuanced portrait of trans identity, \u003ci\u003eA Gentleman’s Gentleman\u003c\/i\u003e stands to transform the historical romance genre as we know it.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eA \u003ci\u003eNEW YORK TIMES \u003c\/i\u003eNOTABLE BOOK\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA \u003ci\u003ePUBLISHERS WEEKLY\u003c\/i\u003e BEST BOOK OF 2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMOST ANTICIPATED: \u003ci\u003eBOOK RIOT \u003c\/i\u003e• \u003ci\u003eTHE NERD DAILY\u003c\/i\u003e • WBUR • \u003ci\u003eALL ABOUT ROMANCE\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“[A] classically-constructed, spicy romance novel. . . . Fans of Downton Abbey and Bridgerton will like the queer take on this era.”\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e—American Library Association Rainbow Round Table\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e“This is a tender confection of a book, full of witty blundering and rich emotional payoffs.”\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e —\u003ci\u003eThe New York Times Book Review\u003c\/i\u003e, “100 Notable Books of 2025”\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“A witty romp replete with lush historical details and defiant queer joy.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e— ‎\u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“\u003ci\u003eA Gentleman’s Gentleman\u003c\/i\u003e is all shy emotion amid an orgy of historical men’s wear. . . . It’s the most savory kind of anticipation, a very readerly having your cake and eating it too.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Olivia Waite, \u003ci\u003eThe New York Times Book Review\u003c\/i\u003e, “4 Shattering Romance Novels With Glorious Payoffs”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e“Wish \u003ci\u003eBridgerton\u003c\/i\u003e was more queer? This newly released trans Regency-era romance is for you.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e—\u003c\/i\u003eClare Mulroy, \u003ci\u003eUSA Today\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e“A delightful, slow-burning love story between a lord and his new valet, with amazing transmasc representation. Come for the suppressed longing, stay for the intricate buttons.”\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e—Emma Rath,\u003ci\u003e People, \u003c\/i\u003e“10 Swoony Regency Romance Novels Perfect for Bridgerton Fans”\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e“What’s better than countless scenes of two people putting on extremely fussy clothing and maybe falling in love? There’s just so many buttons!”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e—\u003c\/i\u003eCT Jones, \u003ci\u003eRolling Stone, \u003c\/i\u003e“5 Escapist Books to Help You Ignore the Fact That the Country’s on Fire”\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“TJ Alexander genuinely does not miss for me . . . I absolutely devoured this trans m\/m. . . . It’s so full of charm and characters you desperately want to find happiness and love in all its forms, and it’s just… so delightfully gay.” \u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e—Dahlia Adler, \u003ci\u003eSmart Bitches Trashy Books\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Full of yearning and hope, \u003ci\u003eA Gentleman's Gentleman\u003c\/i\u003e brims with feeling. A wonderful new voice in historical romance, Alexander brings trans and queer joy to the Regency era with deft depth, romance, and fun. I couldn’t put it down!”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Emma R. Alban, \u003ci\u003eUSA Today\u003c\/i\u003e bestselling author of \u003ci\u003eDon’t Want You Like a Best Friend\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“[An] extraordinary addition to the queer romance genre. . . . Christopher’s awkward joviality combined with Harding’s extremely proper comportment makes for a pairing that is laugh-out-loud funny, as well as devastatingly tender. This is an unadulterated delight.” \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—\u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/i\u003e (starred review)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e“A charm­ingly offbeat queer Regency romance. . . . Thoroughly delightful.”\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e—\u003c\/i\u003eNorah Piehl, \u003ci\u003eBookPage\u003c\/i\u003e (starred review)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e“This Regency trans romance is everything I want out of a historical romance novel.”\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e—Rachel Brittain, \u003ci\u003eBook Riot, \u003c\/i\u003e“The Best Books of 2025 (So Far)”\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“\u003ci\u003eA Gentleman’s Gentleman\u003c\/i\u003e is a total delight from beginning to end. You will adore Lord Christopher and his quest for love and authenticity.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Alison Goodman, author of \u003ci\u003eThe Benevolent Society of Ill-Mannered Ladies\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eThe Ladies Road Guide to Utter Ruin\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“\u003ci\u003eA Gentleman’s Gentleman\u003c\/i\u003e is a thoroughly charming confection of a romance. If you’re looking for a tender, gentle slow burn, this is the book for you.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Cat Sebastian, author of \u003ci\u003eWe Could Be So Good\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“TJ Alexander offers delightful surprises in their first Regency romance. . . . Pathos and painful backstories provide a heartaching emotional heft to this tender and witty love story.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Christie Ridgway, \u003ci\u003eBookPage\u003c\/i\u003e (starred review)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“With a quick wit and the slowest of burns, \u003ci\u003eA Gentleman’s Gentleman\u003c\/i\u003e is intimate, lively, and perfectly measured—much like a well-tailored, eccentric wardrobe fit for the unusual, charming sort of man at the novel’s center. The instant connection but patiently built trust between Christopher and Harding, his new, mysterious valet, was a thrill to read. TJ Alexander has given us daring carriage races through London, elaborate bird-themed balls, and a delightfully trans rendition of the Historical Romance Tiny Delicate Buttons Scene—a gift all around.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—KT Hoffman, author of \u003ci\u003eThe Prospects\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“\u003ci\u003eA Gentleman's Gentleman\u003c\/i\u003e is a delicious romp through Regency England and exactly the romance we need right now. TJ Alexander builds the heat between their unforgettable heroes with an achingly slow sweetness while giving tropey historical hijinks the most sumptuous queer flair. A love story for the ages!”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Joanna Lowell, author of \u003ci\u003eA Shore Thing\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Full of dry wit and a slow-burn romance, A Gentleman’s Gentleman might just redefine the historical romance genre. . . . A thoughtful exploration of trans identity and relationships.” \u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e—Alex Faccibene, \u003ci\u003eGeek Girl Authority\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“If you’re looking for queer historical romance with a transmasc lead, your prayers are answered!” \u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e—Julia Rittenberg, \u003ci\u003eBook Riot\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“\u003ci\u003eA Gentleman’s Gentleman\u003c\/i\u003e is exactly the sort of historical romance I love, featuring two deeply lovable characters, a seemingly insurmountable obstacle, wonderful period detail, and a happy ending that feels so perfectly, wonderfully right. Alexander’s writing is lovely and their characters are incredibly carefully drawn, while the quick pace makes this book difficult to put down. This is a beautiful—and wonderfully queer—romance that reminds us of all the many sorts of love stories this genre can encompass, and reading it felt like a gift.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Martha Waters, author of \u003ci\u003eTo Love and to Loathe\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“This breakout contemporary romance author is giving us their first Regency romance, and it’s hella exciting! . . . I love mess! And I love queer authors approaching historical romance, especially Regency, in ways that are new and full of hope for our queer brethren in times before.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Jessica Pryde, \u003ci\u003eBook Riot\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“\u003ci\u003eA Gentleman’s Gentleman\u003c\/i\u003e is an endearing and tender romance which delivers the unique joy of finding that person who can love you for exactly who you are. This book was a delight and TJ Alexander a welcome and exciting voice in historical fiction.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Adriana Herrera, \u003ci\u003eUSA Today\u003c\/i\u003e bestselling author of \u003ci\u003eAn Island Princess Starts a Scandal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“TJ Alexander’s first foray into historical romance blew me away. \u003ci\u003eA Gentleman’s Gentleman\u003c\/i\u003e is Alexander at their best: witty, romantic, gorgeously queer, and frequently poignant. I inhaled this story in two sittings, and I know I’ll be reading it again.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Rachel Runya Katz, author of \u003ci\u003eWhenever You’re Ready\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Witty, exhilarating, and achingly tender, \u003ci\u003eA Gentleman’s Gentleman\u003c\/i\u003e lavishes its trans hero with the elegant waistcoats he desires and the love and acceptance he’s resigned himself to living without. His reserved valet stole my heart. I adored this!\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Felicia Davin, author of \u003ci\u003eThe Scandalous Letters of V and J\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“A thoughtful, wholehearted exploration of trans life in another era. . . . Alexander’s witty writing and excellent imagining of both the challenges and fierce joys of trans life in 1819 England are enthralling. . . . A charming, compelling, and very queer Regency.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—\u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eTJ Alexander is a Lambda Literary Award finalist and \u003ci\u003eUSA Today\u003c\/i\u003e bestselling author who writes about queer love. Originally from Florida, they received their MA in writing and publishing from Emerson College in Boston. 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