A review by dan_the_conqueress
Gideon by Lily Morton

4.0

Of all the romances I have read, this has to be the one lowest on angst, drama, and tension. It is a very pure and simple story of two people who are perfect for each other finding each other and being together, and it is utterly beautiful. Reading this story has been comfortable like sinking into soft pillows, fluffy, warm, cosy, delightful. It was the sweetest thing on earth to watch Gideon transform into the best version of himself under Eli’s influence and how naturally it happened. I never thought a story this simple, about just two people falling in love and nothing much beyond that, could be so touching, satisfying, and emotional.

I loved both characters but this is more Gideon’s story bc for him, meeting Eli and the changes he goes through as a result are more pivotal and mark a life-changing time in his life. It was absolutely heart-wrenching to see him suddenly open up and be candid, vulnerable, and kind just bc the way Eli is allows him to do so.

I can truly say that I enjoyed every single scene and page in this book (well, except for the ones featuring Frankie) and I really appreciate that Lily Morton didn’t feel the need to insert some huge drama bs towards the end of the book. Gideon and Eli’s story is one of finding peace in yourself and someone else and peaceful is exactly how it felt.