A parent would reach for this book when they need a hilarious, R-rated escape from the world of kid-friendly media. This is not a book for children. "Froggy Style" is a dark, comedic fantasy for adults that turns the frog prince trope on its head. The story follows Prince Jean-Michel, a former frog, as he frantically tries to find and marry his curse-breaking princess before his 30th birthday, which is only ten days away. This raunchy adventure explores themes of identity, freedom, and the anxiety of commitment, all wrapped in a layer of slapstick humor and magical mayhem. It is strictly for grown-ups who appreciate satirical takes on classic stories and aren't afraid of mature language and situations.
Contains strong sexual innuendo, suggestive situations, and adult romantic themes.
Moral AmbiguityIntense
The protagonist comically and casually attempts to have his fiancée murdered.
Substance ReferencesModerate
Characters consume alcohol in social settings.
Sensitive Topics
This book is a satirical comedy for adults. It approaches its topics with irreverent humor. It contains strong language, sexual innuendo and situations, comedic violence (including a murder plot), and alcohol use. The resolution is comedic and focused on the protagonist's chaotic journey rather than a deep moral lesson.
Ideal Reader
The ideal reader is an adult who enjoys raunchy, satirical fantasy. This is for fans of Christopher Moore, Terry Pratchett, or the TV series "Galavant." It is perfect for a grown-up who loves fairy tales but wants to see them completely subverted with modern, adult humor.
Parent Prep
This book is for parents' private reading only. It should be kept out of reach of children and should never be read aloud to them. The content is explicitly adult from the first page to the last. No context can make this book appropriate for a child. The trigger is for the parent themselves. The parent is tired, stressed, has just finished reading "The Very Hungry Caterpillar" for the tenth time, and needs a literary escape that is the complete opposite of children's literature.
Age Experience
This book is unsuitable for any reader under the age of 18. A child or young teen would be exposed to inappropriate language, sexual situations, and violence presented in a comedic context that they are not equipped to process. It should not be offered to anyone but an adult.
What Makes It Special
Unlike young adult fairy tale retellings that add grit or romance, this book's differentiator is its unapologetically R-rated, slapstick humor. It completely deconstructs the 'happily ever after' narrative with modern cynicism and laugh-out-loud absurdity.
Read plot summary
Prince Jean-Michel, formerly a frog, is days away from his 30th birthday. If he doesn't marry the princess who broke his curse (by trying to eat him as a toddler), he'll revert to his amphibian form forever. He believes his fiancée, Sleeping Beauty, is The One, but he's getting nervous. His plans are complicated by his best man's villainous tendencies, a chaotic royal family, a captivating biker named Lollie Bliss, and the fact that he may have accidentally hired a hitman to take out his own bride-to-be.
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Discussion Prompts
1
Jean-Michel's anxiety about marriage is literalized by his curse. How does the book use fantasy elements to explore the real-world fear of commitment?
2
Lollie Bliss represents a modern, independent path, while Sleeping Beauty represents a traditional, fairy-tale ending. Discuss how Jean-Michel's attraction to both reflects his internal conflict.
3
The humor in "Froggy Style" often comes from placing classic fairy tale characters in absurd, modern situations. Which character's modern twist did you find the most entertaining and why?
4
Do you think Jean-Michel's past as a literal frog makes him more or less sympathetic as a protagonist struggling with his humanity and responsibilities?
