The Ivy League Rake

by Ryan Field

C

In theory, this book had a chance. In reality, the characterizations, the tell not show, and the dialogue all left much to be desired. While I have no problem believing Elroy existed, the author failed to make any aspect of his character admirable and he is a merely sad constellation of immaturity, ignorance, and self-obsession. While Kyle was harmless, forgiving and generally likable the basis for their friendship as roommates was never earned. I failed to believe that Kyle and Elroy would be even remotely civil to each other after the series of events that occurred, let alone espousing platonic "love" for one another.

In the end, I had to admit that after 69% complete that I would rather do almost anything else than finish this book.