Amie Kaufman and Meagan Spooner are a powerhouse duo that have delivered a frankly wonderful sapphic medieval romance. This is a book--while is well-written and emotionally driven--leans into the humor and absurd and isn't afraid to do so. Although it felt strangely modern at times, it's easy to look past that when I read this in one sitting. Both Isobelle and Gwen are both lovable characters (though perhaps not as robust as I would've liked) and there are even elements of this book that almost feel like a "coming of age" story... with a twist. The best way to describe this book would be "delightful."

Recommended especially for fans of MY LADY JANE (both the book and show.)

Such a fun read! I love a reworking of a classic story, and aging the characters down to be teen really upped the stakes and added a layer of coming-of-age to the emotional journey of the book.

A story full of hope, courage, love, and powerful women. This was truly a work of art. The chemistry between the two main characters is something special and makes you really connect with them as the reader. The love and support between all of the women throughout is honestly hard to find in novels and it was such a breath of fresh air. Everything was just fabulous and I love how the author flawlessly added a more modern feel to this medieval tale. Really, just chef’s kiss!

A sapphic romance with the same vibes as the movie A KNIGHT'S TALE, humorous and prescient at the same time, with characters that are easy to love.

This is the year of the Knight books!

I didn’t read the synopsis before starting this, I simply saw it was a sapphic romance (one being a lady & one a knight) with dragons and I immediately requested the arc.

While reading I kept thinking, “this is totally giving A Knights Tale” vibes.” Well I’ve read the synopsis now and sure enough it’s described as A Knight’s Tale meets Lady Jane, with a dash of The Great! and I have to say I totally agree!

This was such a fun romp! It’s filled with cheeky humor, bucketloads of tension, a sweet romance, and a splash of dragons. Really, what more could you want?

Oh, you want more than that? Well lucky you, because this book does in fact have more to offer.

It has the most fun “Interstitial” chapters where The Narrator has a little side conversation with you, the reader. The naming of these chapters made me giggle quite a bit, as someone with a biology background I couldn’t help but think “interstitial space” while reading - which made the chapters just a hair sillier and more fun. (it’s the little things)

Honestly this book is my idea of the perfect cozy fantasy - funny, medium stakes, and a bit of fairytale vibes.

My only complaint is it was a bit longer than I would have liked. This could have easily been under 400 pages, and I feel like I would have enjoyed it more if it had been!

Thank you NetGalley and HarperCollins Storytide for the eARC. All opinions are my own.

Thanks to NetGalley for the e-ARC!
This book was ridiculously good fun, a sapphic Barbie movie given literary form (I cannot emphasize this enough - it is literally Princess and the Pauper meets Three Musketeers but with dragons and lesbians). The tongue-in-cheek anachronisms were sometimes fun and sometimes rather clunky, but the t-shirts and cheerleaders reminded me of the Ella Enchanted movie, which is not a bad thing. Beyond the delightful romance and nonstop entertainment, I should mention that this book has the best description I have ever read of how a dragon breathing fire sounds, so that must count for something.

thanks to NetGalley for the eARC

⭐️=4.25 | 😘=2.5 | 🤬=2 | ⚔️=3.25 | 14+

summary: quirky fantasy medieval England ft. a knight’s jousting tournament competing for a young lady’s dowry but WAIT is one of the knights… a girl?? will she and the aforementioned young lady team up?? will they fall in love????? will there be dragons in the third act?????
Thoughts: this is fun!! I’ve been a big fan of light-hearted, silly historical fantasy for a while now, and this is a solid addition to the genre, ft. Kaufman and Spooner’s (but particularly Kaufman’s) classic almost-cheesy-but-not-quite-and-actually-a-bit-moving-tbh emotional climax. love the characters and their dynamic. I have to say the dragons were a bit… bizarrely foreshadowed? I don’t know, there was just a strange balance between emotional conflict and external conflict and I don’t know where the dragons fit in, but like, it was fun, so I’m not mad!

I loved this book! This is one of those cases where you get "exactly what it says on the tin" and it was everything I expected in the best way possible. It was fun and romantic and exactly what I was looking for in a book like this. Our two main characters have wonderful chemistry and I loved the humorous interludes from an unnamed narrator. I also love when romance books are dual POV and enjoyed both characters perspectives greatly. This is one I'll definitely be recommending to our teens at the library!

This was fun! A bit like My Lady Jane crossed with the movie, A Knight's Tale. Humorous and romantic.

Dragons and lady knights are two of my favorite things so this was the book of my dreams!! I enjoyed the banter, the worldbuilding, and the pace but I do think a little more shaping the characters backstories out would have worked but I loved it!

As a fan of Meagan Spooner, as she is a fave amongst my students, it was so great to get the chance to read an arc of Lady's Knight. While it was written so well, and the characters were great, it was not my favorite, however, the theme of female strength and friendship is definitely my favorite part in it, and I think it will be a win when it hits the shelves.

Thank you netgalley for an arc of Lady's Knight by Amie Kaufman and Meagan Spooner

This is the book I wish I had growing up! Whimsical, witty and queer this book was a delight from start to finish.
It is definitely targeted at a younger audience with a quirky writing style and very convenient plot but that did not stop me from enjoying it at all and was a welcome break from reading darker books.
The sapphic romance between our two main characters was incredibly well done and developed slowly and believably.
I also really appreciated the portrayal of female friendship between our main and side characters. There was no unnecessary cattiness or bullying, just a portrayal of supportive friendship.
Overall I really think this will be a hit with its target audience and we need more feminist queer books like this for younger readers!
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the eARC!

Lady’s Knight by Amie Kaufman and Meagan Spooner is a delightful breath of fresh air in a year dominated by Lady Knight books. Unlike the other titles I’ve read in this subgenre, which tend to lean toward horror or high fantasy, this one is all about embracing the absurd. If you love A Knight's Tale, My Lady Jane, or Monty Python, but also want a story that champions women’s solidarity, defies patriarchy, and celebrates rising above societal expectations, this is your book.

It's not exactly historically accurate—it's about sapphic lady knights, witches, and dragons, after all—so if you’re after something grounded in realism, this might not be for you. But if you’re ready to dive into a whimsical, fast-paced adventure with short chapters that keep the energy high, this is a perfect pick. The interludes narrated by a storyteller really add a Monty Python-esque touch, which reminded me of Monty Python and the Holy Grail—a classic I adored growing up and which heavily influenced the tiny bit of writing I did in college and maybe half of my personality in middle school.

While the plot itself is fairly predictable, with a clear direction throughout, some of the character motivations kept things interesting. Ultimately, Lady’s Knight is a celebration of female empowerment, strong friendships, and a whole lot of silliness—everything the "girlies" need in 2025. Huge thanks to NetGalley and HarperCollins Children's Books | Storytide for the advanced copy. I can’t wait for the world to see this one, and I’m particularly excited to see the cover art when it drops!