First of all, I am so so happy to have gotten an early copy of this book. THANK YOU SO MUCH! Read this in 2 days on vacation, absolutely loved it!

I love the humor of GUP. I was laughing at so many parts of this book. It was funny, heartwarming, a tearjerker. Should definitely be up for some awards next year. This was exactly what I needed to read!

This is the sequel I needed and I'm so glad Steven Rowley provided! I absolutely adored this book, and the adventures of Patrick. Reading this really felt like catching up with an old friend. I definitely need more books about our favorite guncle.

I cannot undersell how fast I shoved aside other books for this one when I was lucky enough to get a copy from NetGalley and honestly, I’m so glad I did! The Guncle was such a feel-good read with the best characters and this book absolutely did not disappoint when it came to those same vibes! The Guncle Abroad was absolutely adorable with all the banter and cuteness we all loved from The Guncle! I absolutely loved this book and the ages of the kiddos and the progression where we all left off after The Guncle. I am so wanting this to be a series and of course a TV series! Absolutely recommend to anyone!!!

Team Guncle is back for good! As soon as I finished, I couldn't help but scream for another sequel! It felt like reconnecting with long-time friends, and I must emphasize one thing: Witty banter and catchy dialogues are my guilty pleasures. Steven Rowley delivered more of them, as good as the banter from some of my favorite sitcoms, making me laugh so hard that my stomach hurt (I was so close to having an accident, thankfully I was a fast runner to reach the toilet on time).

The perfect emotional resonance of the series easily warms my heart each time I dive into another Guncle Patrick, his niece Maisie, and his nephew Grant’s adventures, making me want to hug them and being a big fan of their unique connection.

In this book, we move years forward from where the first book left off: after his sitcom Guncle becomes a four-season hit, Patrick finally takes a leading role. While his career relaunches with new achievements, his personal life is in crisis after breaking up with Emory.

As soon as he hears the news that his brother Greg decides to tie the knot with his new girlfriend Livia, who is also a rich Italian client’s daughter, in a romantic gathering in Grand Hotel Tremezzo/Lake Como, then heading for his honeymoon in Greece, he's clever enough to anticipate that Maisie and Grant won’t congratulate the couple with open arms without his brother's mentioning. Maisie is now a 14-year-old rebellious girl, and Grant is a regular eleven-year-old with his hands glued to the game console.

Patrick has to deal with the tantrums of his niece and nephew as they connect with Palmina, the lesbian aunt, sister of the bride, which sparks jealousy as well.

Let’s not forget his nemesis sister, who is adamant to flirt with any male species she sets her eye on during the ceremonial events. On top of that, the groom seems to be getting cold feet. Dear Patrick has to do something Patrick-style to save the day as he approaches his bloody 50th birthday, which might be a reminder to grow up and take responsibility for his loved ones.

Oh boy, I loved this book with all my heart, and I don’t want to say goodbye to this amazing, one-of-a-kind family that gave me so much fun. I hope I meet them again in future sequels.

Many thanks to NetGalley and PENGUIN GROUP Putnam, G. P. Putnam’s Sons for sharing this amazing book’s digital reviewer copy with me. And many thanks to Steven Rowley for bringing back one of my favorite fictional characters with your brilliant writing and extraordinary sarcastic mind.

The adventure with GUP continues and takes us throughout Europe this time. As usual, every interaction between Guncle Patrick, Maisie and Grant is hilarious. The banter and jokes are top tier just the first book. While reading this book, I felt like I was in all these magical places too and exploring the world through the kids eyes.

My favorite part was seeing not only the kids but also Patrick learn new things and discover himself while trying to expose the kids to new experiences and understanding love.

The plot was exciting and realistic which can be hard to do in a sequel without seemingly creating fake drama. It was well done and had a beautiful ending.

I think the world would be a much better place if we all had a Guncle and/or a Launt to help us navigate the world…and take us to the Prada flagship. I definitely recommend this one if you’ve read The Guncle!

This was a great sequel! Raise, Grant, and Patrick take a trip down to Europe for the summer. The final stop of their trip is the dad's wedding in Lake Como. Both kids are less than thrilled about their dad's upcoming wedding. The banter was so good and I found myself laughing out loud , but there was also so many moments of emotion as well. I found myself highlighting so many good quotes! I would highly recommend!

Thanks to NetGalley and Putnam books for the opportunity to review this book in exchange for an honest review!

Obsessed!!! I absolutely loved The Guncle! I flew through this one so fast. I was so excited to see where their next adventures would take them. I highly recommend for fans of The Guncle.

Thank you NetGalley and publisher for this audio ARC. I loved The Guncle, but this book didn't give me the same feelings. I didn't feel as connected to the characters as I did with the first one.

I LOVE THE GUNCLE SO I WAS SUPER EXCITED TO GET THE FOLLOW UP BOOK AND IT DID NOT DISAPPOINT. I SO DEARLY MISSED THIS CAST OF CHARACTERS!

The Guncle is a feel-good novel that tackles some tough topics, but in a tactful and lightish way. Also, the cover is stunning here! Love all the pretty colors! The kids and their adorable personalities continue to shine! I listened to this first novel as an audiobook, and absolutely adored the narrator so I hope they pick the same person for this book.

I actually loved this book more than the first, and I didn't think that was possible. There are some really funny moments that will have you laughing out loud, and then there are some more tender moments where you might want your tissue box close by!

I never want to say goodbye to this series! It just keeps getting better and better! Well done!!

Thank you to Netgalley and Putnam Books for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Thank you to Netgalley and Putnam Books for the Advance Reader Copy.

Run, don’t walk, and pre-order The Guncle Abroad. I didn’t think it was possible, but I loved it even more than The Guncle. It was clever, witty, sweet, and so well done. For the first half, I felt like I was traveling Europe alongside Patrick, Masie, and Grant, and I loved every second. I laughed out loud and, at one point, sobbed with tears running down my cheeks. I don’t want to say too much (no spoilers), but I loved everything about this book and the journey it took you on.

Having loved the characters from Guncle and the balance of light and heavy, I wondered if a sequel could stand up to the first. I have to say, it did not disappoint.

Yes, it’s a romantic comedy. Yes, there is fluff and fun and everything you would want for the genre, but, in between the charm and the comic relief, there’s heart and depth and even wisdom to live by. Although the epiphanies occasionally feel didactic, I don’t mind, as their growth feels mostly authentic and inspiring.

This one made me smile. Thank you Putnam Books and NetGalley for a copy.

Thank you to NetGalley for the advance review copy in return for an honest review. I love this series so much. It’s bittersweet now that the kids are older! The end felt a little rushed but I still loved it.

I don’t want to feel this way. I imagined being delighted and laughing out loud and so happy after reading this sequel. But even though I liked the story to a certain extent, it was not the fantastic blast I was expecting.  
 
The Guncle was one of my favorite 2021 reads. I loved Patrick, Maisie, and especially ‘being mythelf’ Grant, who helped each other deal with their grief. I loved what a lighthearted read it was despite all the sadness. But while reading The Guncle abroad, I missed Patrick’s caftans, his skin-rejuvenating masks, his Mimosa’s, the trouple living next to him, and Grant’s lisp (I know I shouldn’t miss it, but I really did …).  
 
I also didn’t care much about the traveling part. It might be because I’m European and have seen all the places Patrick visited with Maisie and Grant. Those places felt too one dimensional, even cartoonish sometimes: The Sacre Coeur in Paris, Family von Trap in Salzburg, the gondolas in Venice, George Clooney living at Lake Como. 
 
This doesn’t mean I didn’t like the story at all. I loved the first chapter, I adored the ending, and Emory is, this time, my favorite. I treasured the way Patrick taught the kids about love and how Maisie and Grant stood up for Emory. And there’s a Launt!!!!  

The last third of the book was actually really good and I felt like I was reading The Guncle again. But that’s not enough to gush about a book, right?
 
Maybe I was just in the wrong headspace to read this one. I don’t know. What I do know is that I long for a third book with Emory in the lead. Not just a few pages but a full story. I imagine Maisie being a twenty-one-year-old college student who just beats her uncle in their conversations because she actually always knows better and Grant being a moody sixteen-year-old because of the hormones running through his body. So, Steven, could you please give me that book? One that I could rate five stars again?

Thank you so much, Penguin Group, Putnam Books, and NetGalley for one of my most anticipated 2024 ARCs!

I loved The Guncle so I was super excited when I saw there was a sequel. This novel takes place five years later and across the pond. I love the bond that Patrick has with the kids and how they rely and trust him. This book had me laughing out loud and was just overall a good feel good book. I highly recommend it

I loved this book as much as I loved the first book. Patrick is still the funny yet soulful person. Still trying to guide Grant and Maisie thru their new lives after loosing their mom. And now their dad is throwing another wrench in their lives - he’s getting married. There is so much to this story. Patrick is quirky and funny, but yet there are definitely some serious tones as well. There were several parts that had my heart aching. I love these characters and their stories, and would love to see The Guncle continue.

Another incredible job by the author Steven Rowley in the novel The Guncle Abroad. He can write about grief, growth, families and love like nobody else. I loved being back with Patrick, Maisie and Grant along with the other family: members and possible new family additions
The descriptions of the European sights were so well researched you feel like you are there with them.
I did not see the ending coming and of course cried happy tears for all.
Thanks to NetGalley, my favorite author Steven Rowley and the publisher for the chance to read this novel.
See you on tour in May 2024!

Thank you NetGalley for a free e-galley of this book in exchange for an honest review.

Steven Rowley's "The Guncle Abroad" is a delightful and heartwarming sequel to his much-loved novel "The Guncle." Rowley brings back the charming and witty Patrick O'Hara, whose character shines even brighter in this new adventure. Set against the picturesque backdrop of Italy, this novel explores themes of love, family dynamics, and self-discovery with a perfect blend of humor and emotional depth.

The story picks up five years after Patrick’s stint as a caretaker for his niece Maisie and nephew Grant. Now, as they all converge in Italy for a family wedding, Patrick finds himself grappling with the complexities of love and relationships, not just in his own life but also in guiding Maisie and Grant through their evolving understanding of these concepts. Rowley’s portrayal of Patrick's journey is both humorous and touching, demonstrating his knack for creating characters that are deeply relatable and endearing.

Rowley's skill in crafting a narrative that balances light-hearted comedy with poignant moments is exceptional. The novel's exploration of family relationships, particularly the dynamic between Patrick and his relatives, adds layers of complexity and realism to the story. The introduction of new characters, like the "launt" (lesbian aunt), enriches the narrative, providing new perspectives and conflicts that keep the plot engaging and fresh.

The setting of Italy is a character in itself, with Rowley’s vivid descriptions painting a lush and inviting picture of the country. The cultural backdrop adds an extra layer of charm and escapism to the story, making it a perfect summer read. The mishaps and adventures that Patrick and his family encounter are not only entertaining but also serve to highlight the novel's deeper messages about love, acceptance, and the importance of family.

"The Guncle Abroad" is a testament to Rowley's ability to write stories that are both entertaining and meaningful. It's a book that will resonate with a wide range of readers, especially those who appreciate a good blend of comedy, heartfelt moments, and a touch of travel escapism. Fans of the first book will be delighted to return to the world of Patrick O'Hara, and new readers will find themselves charmed by the unique and captivating voice that Rowley brings to the page. This novel is a wonderful addition to any summer reading list, promising laughs, tears, and a heartwarming reminder of the power of family and self-discovery.

This is the much anticipated sequel to the Guncle a book that I loved. You must read first in order to appreciate this one. Now the GUP is approaching 50 and re-evaluating his life. Greg is getting remarried and calls Patrick as Maisie and Grant are not handling it well. He swoops in by bringing them to Europe. He is hoping that he can show them about love and change their minds about Livia.

As they traipse around Europe he shares his GUP rules of love and wisdom. The children are older and their relationship has changed and Maisie is trying to convince him to talk to their dad about calling off the wedding.

The wedding is to take place in beautiful Lake Como in Italy. Patrick feels insecure when he meets Palmina the launt as the kids seem to like her more and he feels threatened.

This book was good at bringing about found family, relationships, love, loss and moving forward. This one was more emotional but so good. Hoping there will be another in the series.

The Guncle is one of my favorite books, so I literally squealed with delight when I was approved to read this ARC. With The Guncle Abroad, Steven Rowley had the near impossible task of writing a sequel worthy of its predecessor and he pulled it off beautifully.

Five years have passed since Patrick helped his niece and nephew deal with the grief of losing their mother to cancer. With their dad about to get remarried, Maisie and Grant turn to Gay Uncle Patrick (GUP) to try to stop the wedding. What follows as they travel across Europe is a journey of love and self-acceptance. Patrick is as witty and snarky as ever, and his once precocious charges are now angst filled pre-teens.

Rowley does what he does best mixing hilarity with heartfelt emotion. The Guncle Abroad incites laughter and generates plenty of the best kind of tears. Rowley has delivered another 5 ⭐️ read.

Thanks to NetGalley and Putnam Books for the opportunity to review this ARC in exchange for my honest review.

The Guncle was one of my favorite books of the year so I was thrilled to find out we’d be getting more GUP. Now, I’ll be honest - I don’t think every single thing needs a sequel and Rowley can clearly, and successfully, write anything he wants. I’m so glad we got more of these characters, but it was definitely not a total necessity.

The Guncle was so witty and charming and fun and thankfully, The Guncle Abroad was all of those things, too. It didn’t have as much magic as the original (does anything?) but it was snarky and entertaining and made me feel like I was hopping around Europe with Patrick, Grant, and Maisie. The descriptions of some of their travels hand me itching to book a flight and Patrick’s quips had me literally laughing out loud.

I think I preferred the kids when they were younger in book one but Grant still has some hilarious one liners and Maisie’s snarky Wednesday Addams behavior reminded me very much of my own niece.

Overall, I’m glad Rowley treated his readers to more time with his beloved characters. I predict this will be such a fun read to pop in your beach tote and enjoy while on holiday next summer!