{"product_id":"the-gentlemans-guide-to-vice-and-virtue-isbn-9780062382801","title":"The Gentleman's Guide to Vice and Virtue","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Kirkus Prize nominee and Stonewall Honor winner with 5 starred reviews! A \u003cem\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/em\u003e bestseller! \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNamed one of the best books of 2017 by NPR and the New York Public Library!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\"The\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003equeer teen historical you didn’t know was missing from your life.”\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e—\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTeen Vogue\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\"A stunning powerhouse of a story.\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e—\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\"A gleeful romp through history.\"\u003cem\u003e—\u003c\/em\u003eALA \u003cem\u003eBooklist\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA young bisexual British lord embarks on an unforgettable Grand Tour of Europe with his best friend\/secret crush. An 18th-century romantic adventure for the modern age written by \u003cem\u003eThis Monstrous Thing\u003c\/em\u003e author Mackenzi Lee\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e—\u003c\/strong\u003eSimon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda\u003c\/em\u003e meets the 1700s.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHenry “Monty” Montague doesn’t care that his roguish passions are far from suitable for the gentleman he was born to be. But as Monty embarks on his grand tour of Europe, his quests for pleasure and vice are in danger of coming to an end. Not only does his father expect him to take over the family’s estate upon his return, but Monty is also nursing an impossible crush on his best friend and traveling companion, Percy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSo Monty vows to make this yearlong escapade one last hedonistic hurrah and flirt with Percy from Paris to Rome. But when one of Monty’s reckless decisions turns their trip abroad into a harrowing manhunt, it calls into question everything he knows, including his relationship with the boy he adores.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWitty, dazzling, and intriguing at every turn, \u003cem\u003eThe Gentleman's Guide to Vice and Virtue \u003c\/em\u003eis an irresistible romp that explores the undeniably fine lines between friendship and love.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDon't miss Felicity's adventures in \u003cem\u003eThe Lady's Guide to Petticoats and Piracy,\u003c\/em\u003e the highly anticipated sequel!\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e | \u003cp\u003eHenry “Monty” Montague was born and bred to be a gentleman, but he was never one to be tamed. The finest boarding schools in England and the constant disapproval of his father haven’t been able to curb any of his roguish passions—not for gambling halls, late nights spent with a bottle of spirits, or waking up in the arms of women or men.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBut as Monty embarks on his Grand Tour of Europe, his quest for a life filled with pleasure and vice is in danger of coming to an end. Not only does his father expect him to take over the family’s estate upon his return, but Monty is also nursing an impossible crush on his best friend and traveling companion, Percy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eStill, it isn’t in Monty’s nature to give up. Even with his younger sister, Felicity, in tow, he vows to make this yearlong escapade one last hedonistic hurrah and flirt with Percy from Paris to Rome. But when one of Monty’s reckless decisions turns their trip abroad into a harrowing manhunt that spans across Europe, it calls into question everything he knows, including his relationship with the boy he adores.\u003c\/p\u003e | \u003cp\u003e“Vice has never been more charming and virtue never more daring than in Mackenzie Lee’s superbly written globetrotting adventure. Not since Hamilton the musical has the 18th century been this much fun.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eAmy Cherrix, Malaprop's Bookstore\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“A Marauder’s Map of the heart, full of pirates, highwaymen, humor and romance. Mischief managed brilliantly!” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eChris Abouzeid, Co-Owner, Belmont Books\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Sweet, smart, and powerful, Gentleman’s Guide tackles timely topics that will resonate profoundly with readers--all wrapped up in a truly epic road trip. Prepare to laugh, gasp, swoon, and cheer.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eClaire Legrand, author of the Winterspell series\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“An outrageously fun, witty, fascinating, and romantic adventure, starring a memorable trio I’d happily travel with for ages. Lee is a definite force in diverse historical YA.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eDahlia Adler, founder of LGBTQ Reads and author of UNDER THE LIGHTS\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Don’t read this book unless you like adventure, hijinks, and forbidden romance, and if you do, then read it twice.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eStacey Lee, author of THE SECRET OF A HEART NOTE and UNDER A PAINTED SKY\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn elegant, colorful, swashbuckling good time of a read and a beautiful addition to the LGBTQ+ genre. This is a great novel for upper YA readers and a great adult cross-over title. I definitely have a book hangover after finishing this gem. - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eAmanda Zirn, Bethany Beach Books\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e★ “A gloriously swashbuckling affair.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly (starred review)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“A rollicking ride that also turns a keen eye to issues like class, racism, homosexuality, and identity.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eBrightly\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Lee’s rip-roaring, genre-trampling, beautifully affirmative novel absolutely lives up to the hype, whisking readers off on a breathless and refreshingly unique adventure....Her wholly unique voice provides a raucous, funny and devastatingly moving tale of defiant originality, self-acceptance and love in all its wonderful and unpredictable forms. ” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eRT Book Reviews\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“A swashbuckling, fantastical coming-of-age adventure that quite simply swallowed me whole.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eAudible Editor's Pick\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“If you’ve ever mentally shouted ‘NOW KISS’ at a pair of fictional male best friends, this is the book for you.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eNPR\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Delicious.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eVulture\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Monty is pitch-perfect as a yearning, self-destructive, oblivious jerk of a hero who inspires equal parts sympathy, frustration, and adoration from reader. A genre tribute, satire, and exemplar in one.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Horn Book\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e★ “The book’s exquisite, bygone meter and vernacular sit comfortably on a contemporary shelf. And the friction of racism, tyrannical entitled politicians, and misguided disapproval of homosexuality also have a relevance rooted in current culture’s xeno- and homophobia. Austen, Wilde, and Indiana Jones converge in this deliciously anachronistic bonbon.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews (starred review)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e★ “Tongue-in-cheek, wildly entertaining, and anachronistic in only the most delightful ways, this is a gleeful romp through history. Monty is a hero worthy of Oscar Wilde.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eBooklist (starred review)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e★ “This is a witty, romantic, and exceedingly smart look at discovering one’s place in the world. A stunning powerhouse of a story for every collection.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal (starred review)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“\u003cem\u003eGentleman’s Guide to Vice and Virtue\u003c\/em\u003e is the queer teen historical you didn’t know was missing from your life.” (\u003cstrong\u003e“Best Queer Books to Celebrate Pride 2017”)\u003c\/strong\u003e - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eTeen Vogue\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e★Mackenzi Lee (This Monstrous Thing) combines her knowledge of European history with a contemporary, comic sensibility to create an over-the-top romantic adventure complete with cliff-hanging chapter endings and sometimes outrageous narration. Monty is a licentious, flawed and engaging 18th-century hero. - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eShelf Awareness (starred review)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“The John Hughes of queer 18th century adventure novels with an alchemical heart at its center. Lee perfectly captures teen humor and angst. I can’t wait to see what she writes next!” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eAlsace Walentine, Tombolo Books\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Careening from fete to fiasco on a Grand Tour of 18th century Europe, THE GENTLEMEN’S GUIDE TO VICE AND VIRTUE is a dizzying, dazzling, and roguishly romantic romp. This book makes me want to unrequite my own love so I can requite him all over again.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eHeidi Heilig, author of THE GIRL FROM EVERYWHERE\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“An adventurous romp through 18th-century Europe with a trio of unforgettable characters. Lee weaves together the fun and the fantastical with a conversation on historical privilege that will resonate with modern readers. Perfect for fans of LA Meyer’s Bloody Jack series. Expect to fall in love with this book!” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eNicole Brinkley, Oblong Books\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“With roguish charm, sly wit, and tender heart, THE GENTLEMAN’S GUIDE TO VICE AND VIRTUE is a shameless flirt of a novel. If Monty and Percy hadn’t already stolen my heart, I would surrender it to them gladly.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eWendy Darling, The Midnight Garden\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“The Gentleman’s Guide to Vice and Virtue is a Grand Tour all its own. Hilarious and romantic, adventurous and scandalous, Monty’s adventures are just as delightful as Monty himself. I adored this book!” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eRachel Hawkins, author of the Rebel Belle series\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“A delightful romp of a road-trip through eighteenth century Europe, packed with witty dialog, razor-sharp pacing, and the perfect amount of swoon. You should abso-bloody-lutely read this book.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eErin Bowman, author of VENGEANCE ROAD\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Monty and Percy are insanely shippable from page one, and quickly became one of my favorite YA couples of all time.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eRachel Strolle, Anderson's Bookshop\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Simultaneously harrowing and hilarious, everything about this book from the serious questions posed about sexuality, chronic illness, and social inequality to the extraordinary journey Monty, his best friend, and his sister find themselves on make Mackenzi Lee’s latest the kind of book you’d be a fool to miss.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eGaby Salpeter, Books of Wonder\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“An incomparably delightful historical romp. I was swept away by Monty’s incorrigible voice from the very first page, and the rest of this confident adventure tale did not disappoint. Lee’s sophomore novel has heart, depth, and an abundance of wisecracks from a protagonist you can’t help but adore.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eRebecca Wells, Porter Square Books\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“I can’t wait to get this book in my store—I know my customers looking for historical fiction and LGBTQ stories will adore GENTLEMAN’S GUIDE as much as I have!” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eClarissa Hadge, Trident Booksellers\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Filled with highwaymen, pirates, and heart pounding exploits of a romantic nature, this is the summer road-trip adventure you’ve been waiting for.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eMarika McCoola, Porter Square Books\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Wonderfully refreshing. 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