The Romantic Tragedies of a Drama King

By: Harry Trevaldwyn

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Paperback | 28 January 2025

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352 Pages

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12+

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2.7 x 13.3 x 20.1

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First there was Bridget Jones. Then there was Georgia Nicolson. Now get ready to meet Patch Simmons . . .

The Romantic Tragedies of a Drama King is the hilarious rom-com debut from rising star Harry Trevaldwyn, perfect for fans of Heartstopper. Patch has decided that this is the year he will get a boyfriend, so it's goodbye to his French pen-pal Jean-Pierre and hello to the world!

Unfortunately, the only other "out" boys in his school year are dating each other, so finding a boyfriend isn't going to be easy . . . Until fate finally intervenes and two new mysterious boys join drama club: Peter, who's just moved from New York (very chic) and his best friend, Sam.

Patch is confident that one of them will be his first boyfriend. So, armed with his over-supportive best friend Jean and an alarming level of self-confidence, Patch sets out to make his mission a success. Whether or not they actually like boys or him is a problem for later.

The Romantic Tragedies of a Drama King is a heartfelt, laugh-out-loud comedy about boldly being yourself and never losing sight of who truly has your back.

About the Author

Harry Trevaldwyn is an actor, comedian and writer. He is the author of The Romantic Tragedies of a Drama King.

Initially rising to fame through writing and starring in his own online skits, Harry has since been nominated for Best Debut Writer at the New Voice Awards.

His acting credits include Ten Percent, The Outlaws, How To Train Your Dragon, My Lady Jane and The Acolyte and he has multiple writing projects in development with leading production companies. He has worked with the Soho Theatre, Bristol Old Vic and the Bloomsbury Theatre.

The Romantic Tragedies of a Drama King is his first novel.

Industry Reviews

One of the funniest, warmest YAs to be published this decade. -- Charlotte Eyre * The Bookseller *

My favourite genre of book is 'Charming Lunatic Complains About Life,' and this is a wonderful entry. Funny and full of heart, Patch is up there with the great whingers Adrian Mole, Georgia Nicolson, and Bridget Jones. -- Monica Heisey, bestselling author of Really Good, Actually

The Romantic Tragedies of a Drama King is nothing short of perfect, a joy from start to finish. Patch is Gen Alpha's Adrian Mole. -- Rebecca Humphries

Funny, voicey and fresh. Patch makes Georgia Nicolson seem demure and composed -- Elle McNicoll, author of Some Like it Cold

A rarity of a novel that had me laughing out loud from the very first page. I loved it. -- Tanya Reynolds

Beyond hilarious and totally brilliant! I dare you not to be immediately obsessed with Patch and his story. Fair warning: it'll have you laughing out loud the entire way through! The Romantic Tragedies of a Drama King is spectacular and dazzling debut, filled with so much heart, humour and warmth, it is THE perfect teen romcom! A total delight to read. -- Beth Reekles, bestselling author of The Kissing Booth

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