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The Gay Book Club Certified Reviews


'Maurice' by E. M. Forster
A quietly radical novel of gay awakening, Maurice finds tenderness in unexpected places and dares to imagine a love that doesn’t have to end in silence.
13 hours ago


'A Single Man' by Christopher Isherwood
A quietly powerful meditation on grief and isolation, A Single Man captures with poignant clarity the profound loneliness of losing the person who mattered most.
4 days ago


'The Romantic Tragedies of a Drama King' by Harry Trevaldwyn
A sharp, funny, and big-hearted rom-com about a theater kid chasing the fantasy of love, The Romantic Tragedies of a Drama King shines brightest when it lets its drama king grow beyond the script he’s written for himself.
5 days ago


'Lie With Me' by Philippe Besson
A lyrical, quietly powerful story of first love and longing, Lie With Me traces the fragile beauty of a hidden romance and the ache it leaves behind across a lifetime.
6 days ago


'I Might Be in Trouble' by Daniel Aleman
A darkly funny take on creative ambition and self-sabotage, 'I Might Be in Trouble' explores guilt, identity, and the messy lines between art and morality. Aleman’s sharp dialogue and emotional undercurrents add weight to a plot that sometimes strains credulity—but still offers moments of insight and heart.
7 days ago


'Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe' by Benjamin Alire Sáenz
A tender, poetic coming-of-age that sees gayness through the lens of vulnerability and cultural identity. Sáenz's lyrical prose elevates what could be a simple story into something achingly beautiful—even when it occasionally prioritizes introspection over action.
Apr 13


'When the Bough Breaks' by Jonathan Kellerman
Reading Kellerman's debut in 2025 is like discovering a fascinating time capsule – dated in some ways, surprisingly progressive in others, and providing the first glimpse of what would become one of crime fiction's most significant gay characters. The psychology is rich, the mystery compelling, and watching the seeds of Alex and Milo's partnership take root is worth the occasionally slow pace.
Apr 11


'A Little Life' by Hanya Yanagihara
Four college friends navigate life in New York, but as Jude's traumatic past takes center stage, "A Little Life" drowns in its own misery. Beautiful prose can't save a novel that fundamentally misunderstands gay relationships and mistakes relentless suffering for emotional depth. A disappointing marathon that left me unmoved.
Apr 11


'The Guncle' by Steven Rowley
Patrick is funny, guarded, and dressed for brunch—but is he ready to be the adult in the room? The Guncle delivers laughs and heart, but I found myself wanting more from its take on grief. Still, it's a charming, Palm Springs-soaked story with a strong voice and a lot of heart
Apr 11
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