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A review by ditten
Gwen and Art Are Not in Love by Lex Croucher
adventurous
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
5.0
Do you like to read? Do you like to have a good time? Have you ever wanted more queer Arthurian books? Would you like to combine all these and be laughing so hard you're crying while reading the most utterly delightful book? Well, then you should read Gwen and Art Are Not in Love.
More things you'll get in this book include chaotic and loveable characters, queer historical romance and shenanigans, a great sibling relationship, enemies-to-allies-to-friends, incredible side characters, more than one romantic couple you'll be rooting for, "a kingdom or this" LITE vibes, a sexy knight tipping the princess's chin up with the edge of her sword, found family, swooning, tournaments, battles, fighting, knights, royals, crows, and cats.
Gwen and Art are such wonderful main characters, and this book was a joy to read. It's not all silly fun and games, there are some more serious topics in the book, too, but overall, it's much funnier than I expected.
My only note would be that the ending was maybe just a tiny bit lacking compared to the rest of the book but not enough to take away any of my enjoyment. It also made me hopeful there might even be a sequel which I'd read in a heartbeat!
A few favourite quotes:
- “I like some risk now and again, if what’s at stake is worth having."
- 'God', Gwen thought wistfully. 'I hope she stabs me.'
- “How am I supposed to know what I want?” Gabriel said quietly. “There’s only ever been room for what I’m . . . destined to have.”
- “I made you a false mustache!” Arthur said, outraged. “I did crafts for you! The least you can do is act grateful.” “Thank you for my cat-hair mustache,” Gwen said, rolling her eyes. “It’s truly disgusting. I hope you washed it first.”
Thanks to Netgalley and Wednesday Books for the ARC. Gwen and Art is out in the UK May 11 and the US November 28
More things you'll get in this book include chaotic and loveable characters, queer historical romance and shenanigans, a great sibling relationship, enemies-to-allies-to-friends, incredible side characters, more than one romantic couple you'll be rooting for, "a kingdom or this" LITE vibes, a sexy knight tipping the princess's chin up with the edge of her sword, found family, swooning, tournaments, battles, fighting, knights, royals, crows, and cats.
Gwen and Art are such wonderful main characters, and this book was a joy to read. It's not all silly fun and games, there are some more serious topics in the book, too, but overall, it's much funnier than I expected.
My only note would be that the ending was maybe just a tiny bit lacking compared to the rest of the book but not enough to take away any of my enjoyment. It also made me hopeful there might even be a sequel which I'd read in a heartbeat!
A few favourite quotes:
- “I like some risk now and again, if what’s at stake is worth having."
- 'God', Gwen thought wistfully. 'I hope she stabs me.'
- “How am I supposed to know what I want?” Gabriel said quietly. “There’s only ever been room for what I’m . . . destined to have.”
- “I made you a false mustache!” Arthur said, outraged. “I did crafts for you! The least you can do is act grateful.” “Thank you for my cat-hair mustache,” Gwen said, rolling her eyes. “It’s truly disgusting. I hope you washed it first.”
Thanks to Netgalley and Wednesday Books for the ARC. Gwen and Art is out in the UK May 11 and the US November 28