Arthur and Teddy Are Coming Out
by Ryan Love
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Pub Date 13 Apr 2023 | Archive Date 27 Apr 2023
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Description
Selected as one of the Independent’s 19 debut authors set to make their mark in 2023
‘Gentle, honest and beautifully authentic’ Julietta Henderson
’Touching and sincere’ The Sunday Times
‘Feel-good, heartwarming fiction’ Holly Miller
’I’m totally #TeamArthurandTeddy’ Heidi Swain
’A feel-good novel to inspire’ My Weekly
’Uplifting and emotional’ Justin Myers
’A celebration of family and love’ Platinum
‘Joyful, big-hearted’ Freya Sampson
’Will stay with me for a VERY long time’ Miranda Dickinson
When 79-year-old Arthur Edwards gathers his family together to share some important news, no one is prepared for the bombshell he drops: he's gay, and after a lifetime in the closet, he's finally ready to come out.
Arthur's 21-year-old grandson, Teddy, has a secret of his own: he's also gay, and developing serious feelings for his colleague Ben. But Teddy doesn't feel ready to come out yet – especially when Arthur’s announcement causes shockwaves in the family.
Arthur and Teddy have always been close, and now they must navigate first loves, heartbreak, and finding their place in their community. But can they – and their family – learn to accept who they truly are?
Readers are LOVING Arthur and Teddy!
‘Too often, queer literature is enjoyed only by the LGBT+ community, but this is a novel ready to be loved by the masses.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘This book is genuinely a hug in book form.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘The multiple relationship threads running through the story come together beautifully at the end and the book is a joy to read from start to finish!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘What an absolutely beautiful book! Dealt with sensitive subjects really, really well and brilliantly descriptive characters.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘I'd love to have read something like this when I was younger and finding myself.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Available Editions
| EDITION | Ebook |
| ISBN | 9780008541224 |
| PRICE | £0.99 (GBP) |
| PAGES | 336 |
Available on NetGalley
Featured Reviews
Joanne C, Reviewer
Every single character in this books brings something special to the story, be it positive or negative.
The concept of couples saving each other from ostracization by marrying is not a new one but is perhaps one that is thankfully less familiar to younger people today although people are still under pressure to conform to outdated societal norms and this book explores that with a touch of humour and a great deal of compassion and empathy.
Arthur is so beautifully described as the absolutely solid grandfatherly figure of expectations who seemingly suddenly tilts his family's world on its axis when he comes out- I really want to meet him and Madeline for tea and cakes at Cora's!
the multiple relationship threads running through the story come together beautifully at the end and the book is a joy to read from start to finish!
Emily M, Reviewer
Arthur and Teddy. What a duo.
This book is genuinely a hug in book form. Following the lives of Arthur, 79, as he comes out to his family and his grandson Teddy, 22, who is still in the closet.
Written with both Teddy & Arthur as narrators, it's heartwarming to see how their relationships with friends and family grow and develop throughout the book. And while the road to their happiness is rocky, it's full of love, both old and new.
Such a wonderful book.
Helen D, Reviewer
What an absolutely beautiful book! Dealt with sensitive subjects really, really well and brilliantly descriptive characters. Highly recommended.
Melissa S, Reviewer
Arthur is just the most loveliest character I think I've ever read about. His story had me crying through most of this book, from being so brave for coming out after 50 years of marriage, to why they did marry, wow. Inspiring his grandson who is also gay, and not out, yet, and supporting each other through it all. This book just took my breath away and to read the acknowledgements after, knowing the author felt suicidal at one point, and so graciously touched on the subject through the book was absolutely incredible. It just shows how harsh a world we can live in but that there are those that are supportive and kind too.
Thank you so much to netgalley, the publishers and author for an e-arc in exchange for an honest review.
I'll be buying a hard copy for sure. Excellent, excellent story that I could not put down.
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