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Casey McQuiston's 'The Pairing' Offers a Decadent European Romance

The author's latest novel combines food, travel, and a steamy love story between two bisexual exes.

  • Theo and Kit, childhood friends turned lovers, reunite on a European tasting tour after years apart.
  • The novel features a competition between the exes to see who can have the most romantic encounters during the trip.
  • McQuiston's vivid descriptions of food and wine create a feast for the senses, enhancing the romantic narrative.
  • The book explores themes of self-discovery, indulgence, and the complexity of bisexual relationships.
  • 'The Pairing' is praised for its rich, immersive storytelling and unapologetic celebration of queer joy.
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