*chef's kiss* SUCH A GOOD READ! These sort of queer stories are exactly what the world needs now. There is no way every single person back in the day of King Arthur was straight - absolutely no way, just like this day and age. The world has always been full of the gays and we need that representation.

Absolutely delightful! Funny and witty, with likeable interesting characters. This was my first lex croucher book and I know I’ll be reading many more. I laughed and cried and had a fantastic time reading this

I know going in that Lex Croucher’s romances are well thought out and intelligent. This one was YA but didn’t feel like it to me. The Arthurian legend angle was interesting and I thoroughly enjoyed it.

OKKKKKK 👀

A YA book I LOVED? More likely than you'd think! This book was funny, cute, and gay <3 Of course I still wish it was spicy, but would definitely recommend for a lighthearted read. I practically devoured this book in 2 sittings.

I did not mean to request this arc. I am not the target audience for this book. The concept appealed to me but I do not typically read lgbt romances.

In "Gwen and Art Are Not in Love," I felt that Lex Croucher was trying to achieve two goals at once by writing a book that successfully depicted two different romantic pairings. It's a challenging task – sometimes it works, sometimes it doesn't. For me, after reading it, it was definitely the latter.

Gwen and Arthur were quite unlikable at the beginning – not just to each other, but to me as well. However, it was satisfying to see how their varied experiences eventually brought them closer. Once they revealed their secrets to each other, they developed a sense of camaraderie and kinship that made them appreciate one another. Arthur was extremely annoying at first – I really couldn't stand him or anything he said – believe me, I tried. 😥 But as you get to know him better and see his true self, he became a slightly better person in my eyes.

"Nobody else will ever care as much as you do about the things you want, Gwendoline. So it's up to you – you can either set them aside forever if you can live with that, or you can put on your big-girl girdle and demand more for yourself."

Gwen and Bridget made a very cute couple. Gwen being so infatuated with her knight in shining armor was adorably written, and even though Bridget was the more sensible one, I liked that Gwen could bring out the fun and playfulness in her – even with her armor on, both literally and figuratively. 🥰 Arthur and Sidney were a fun pair – their banter wasn't so much funny and witty as it was snarky and clever, which really showed how close they were as best friends who genuinely cared for each other.

Gwen & Art Are Not in Love is a YA historical/fantasy with a sapphic and achillean romance. Gwen and Art have been in a political betrothal since they were kids. But, not only are they not in love, they actively despise each other. They're being forced to spend the summer before their marriage together and, within 24 hours, Gwen catches Art kissing a boy, and Art digs up Gwen's diary to find that she is enamored with a Lady Knight named Bridget. So, they decide they'd be better off as allies and make a pact to cover for one another. Throughout the summer, Gwen and Bridget grow closer, while Art ends up harboring a crush on Gwen's brother.

This was so fun and campy and yes, stupid. But I really loved every second of it and though tit was such a great time. One of my favorite historical romances I've read in the last few years.

This was such a delight to read! Lex Croucher crafts such excellent characters that you want to root for every step of the way. They were easily my favorite part of the book, and I loved hearing about their adventures and shenanigans. The story did feel a bit slow at times and I do think the book was a bit longer than it needed to be, but a queer spin on King Arthur's tale is right up my alley, and I definitely enjoyed this one.

*Gwen & Art Are Not in Love* by Lex Croucher is a charming and witty rom-com with a unique twist on the classic "will-they-won't-they" trope. Set against the backdrop of a vibrant and quirky social circle, the story follows Gwen and Art, two individuals who have a complicated relationship filled with misunderstandings, awkward moments, and simmering attraction. Croucher’s writing is sharp, with a delightful mix of humor, vulnerability, and emotional depth. The characters are well-drawn, with their personal growth and dynamic chemistry adding richness to the plot. Full of heart and humor, *Gwen & Art Are Not in Love* is a refreshing, feel-good read for fans of contemporary romance.

ARC kindly provided by the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review

Gwen and Art are betrothed despite them loathing each other. Both drive each other insane however when Gwen catches Art kissing another boy and Gwen's diary is unearthed and her crush on the kingdom's only female knight is revealed by Art, they discover they can both make their circumstances work with Gwen as Art's wingwoman and Art as Gwen's right-hand man.

This book was laugh out loud funny. I burst into laughter at some parts and chuckled at others. How this book was so chaotic is beyond me. My favourite characters had to be Sidney, Gabriel, Gwen and Art. I felt like the relationship between Bridget and Gwen needed to be developed a bit more, I couldn't help but want more scenes with just the two of them. My favourite couple had to be Art and Gabriel, their relationship seemed so cute and I was shipping them the entire book.

Highly recommended for a feel-good, light-hearted read.

this was everything I wanted it to be!! I could honestly end the review right there, but there's so much to this story that I didn’t expect.

with themes of self discovery, navigating young adulthood and trying to balance tough familial bonds, gentle blooming love, & testing loyalties, this book has all the makers of a great YA romance.

a spin on the tale of King Arthur, Croucher delivers witty banter (that reminds me of BBC's Merlin), drunken horseback adventures, hilariously bad decisions, and tender kisses all the while taking you through a summer of reflection, friends, and finding out who you are to yourself as well as the rest of the world.

I could have 8 chapters of just Art and his manic thoughts. what a darling man. and the pining?? Gwen, honey, you have to learn to look strategically!!

A fun YA mixup of Arthurian legends, with delightful queer representation. It took me a bit to get into it, but once I was about a third of the way in, I didn't want to put it down. A nice dash of political intrigue keeps things ticking along.

This was the cutest historical queer book I have ever read! The only thing Gwen and art can agree on is that they are not in love. They both have their eyes set on someone else. Art has been caught kissing a boy and Gwen has her eyes set on an exciting new female knight. This book is funny and heartwarming and there’s sword fighting! The quintessential queer Arthurian legend.

Not Casey McQuiston comparing this one to A Knight's Tale?!? Need I say more? Lex Croucher delivers with Gwen & Art Are Not in Love.

Many thanks to the author, publisher, and NetGalley for sharing this book with me.

What a fun love story. I fear I'm just not a fan of YA titles anymore. I predicted the twists and turns early on in the story. And the lingo/language was a tad bit too modern for me.

But the pairings were super cute, the characters were lovable. It was very, very funny! And I absolutely love that all the characters were queer!

Overall, a good story. I just had a hard time really enjoying it. But I do recommend it to anyone who loves YA!

I am obsessed with this book. The author knows I am obsessed with this book. I am MELTED for Gwen and Art, and I love the wild turn the book takes at the end into an action novel. All points all the way down, and I cannot wait to read Croucher's next.

SO F**** HOT I AM OBSSESED WITH THIS BOOK BECAUSE HELLO ??? im obssesed... they are just bvrefnvkrwnf love them

What a lovely romp with 4 characters I rooted for! I enjoyed the humor, the storyline, and the writing style.

A Queer retelling of King Arthur? Sign me up!
I’ve read some of Alex crouches other work and really enjoyed it so I was very excited to receive a copy of Gwen & Art Are Not in Love and it certainly lived up to the hype!
If you are looking for a fun retelling of the classic tale or just a great queer read, this is definitely worth picking up!
It’s fun, romantic, & brave!
Gwen & Art Are Not in Love is a novel that delves into themes of friendship, love, and finding yourself that can be enjoyed by anyone but especially young folks who are dealing with these topics in their own life.

This was so beautifully written. It had sparkly giddy moments of sweetness. The characters where will written and the world building was amazing. It will be one of my favorite for years to come.