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Gwen and Art Are Not in Love by Lex Croucher

274 reviews

booksbeyondthebinary's review against another edition

5.0

emotional funny inspiring medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Character

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: Yes

Flaws of characters a main focus: Complicated

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hazychapters's review against another edition

5.0

adventurous funny inspiring lighthearted fast-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Character

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: Yes

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

i’ve bought this book after my friend Anna, who hadn’t read it yet at that moment, convinced me to take it as we were browsing in one of our favourite bookstores. the promise of a very gay arthurian retelling was here and i’m so glad i read this book because it was all i needed!

we follow Gwendoline - the princess of Camelot - and her betrothed Arthur - son of an opponent to Gwen’s father. they are promised to each other as the sign of an alliance between their two fathers. but the problem is: they are not interested in each other at all, if you know what i mean 👀

i absolutely loved this book. the story is about friendship, love, first experiences and coming-out. the characters are all incredible, from Art and Gwen, Bridget and Gabriel, Sid and Agnes. i won’t call it a romance book because for me, it’s more about discovering, accepting and loving yourself. every character is different, with their own background, fears and experiences. but they are also a unique group of friends, and i loved how Art was like « you’re gay. you too. and you as well. because everybody is secretly gay ». by the way, we love the mlm/wlw solidarity!

this book warmed my heart and i can't really explain why. but to read the story of these young queer teenagers, who overcome assumptions to love whoever they want, without fear of the gaze of others, it's just incredible. i think this book healed something in me. i couldn't stop smiling reading these lines, laughing at some sour and sarcastic responses from Gwen and Art, and being happy watching them find their soul mates and do everything to make their love possible. i think that if i had been able to read this book when i was younger, i would have asked myself a lot fewer questions and i would not have tried to bottle up what i was feeling. it just felt safe to read this book ❤️‍🩹

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becah's review against another edition

3.75

emotional funny medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: A mix

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Complicated

Diverse cast of characters: Yes

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

For starters I thought this would be a historical fantasy, which it is, but it's very light on the fantasy part.

I enjoyed

watching Gwen and Art's relationship grow from enemies to friends, and Gwen's battle with finding herself and becoming a better person was interesting.

There were times I found both Gwen and Gabriel frustrating as characters, but I believe that was on purpose to show their imperfections. I really loved Arthur's POV though, he was always a blast.

While there were cute romance scenes, I almost wish there had been more of it. The focus were more on self discovery and self acceptance, which I think a teenage audience would enjoy (it is a YA after all). For me the book is within the 3 star spectrum but on the higher side, I didn't get everything I wanted out of the book but I still think it was worth reading. The ending was very nice!

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krisalexcole's review against another edition

2.75

emotional funny lighthearted medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: A mix

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: Yes

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eloisewatson18601's review against another edition

4.5

funny hopeful lighthearted fast-paced

Plot or Character Driven: A mix

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: Yes

Flaws of characters a main focus: No

I went in to this book expecting some fluffy, off-brand BBC Merlin fanfiction and my expectations were met and then thoroughly exceeded. This book truly has it all: lesbian sword fights, engagement with Arthurian lore, witty dialogue, gay pining, family trauma, and -stupendously- Riverdale references. Brilliant!

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yesirea's review against another edition

5.0

adventurous challenging emotional funny lighthearted medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: A mix

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: Yes

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

I had a fun time reading, the humor was just my cup of tea. The Characters felt very real and they were like a cute little family.

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pm_corbett's review against another edition

5.0

adventurous emotional funny hopeful lighthearted slow-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Character

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: Yes

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

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tea_coffee_sam's review against another edition

5.0

emotional funny lighthearted medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Character

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: Yes

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

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jem_carstairs's review against another edition

5.0

emotional funny medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: A mix

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: Yes

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

Gwen and Art may not be in love, but I certainly am

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the_bees_books's review against another edition

3.75

adventurous emotional funny hopeful lighthearted medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: A mix

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: Yes

Flaws of characters a main focus: Complicated

Such a fun take on the Arthurian mythos, even if the story is set 100 years after Arthur's death - great if you're looking for a light and easy medieval romcom to read on your holidays!

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