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Gay Love and Other Fairy Tales Audible Audiobook – Unabridged

Dylan James (Author, Narrator), Deep Hearts YA (Publisher)
4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 214 ratings

Jordan Ortiz decides he can no longer hide who he truly is. He’s gay. He comes out to his family, and then he comes out to everyone. It goes well. Like, way better than he thought possible! But that’s about where it ends. There aren’t enough "out gay" kids at school for him to build a queer social life or even consider the possibility of dating. For now, he’s happy to be the gay bestie for his BFF Hannah.

Benjamin Cooper is the captain of the football team and known Jordan for almost his whole life. And he has a secret. When they won an award at the science fair in grade nine, Jordan hugged him, and that’s when Ben realized he had feelings for Jordan.

As he watches Jordan come out and flower into who he is, he can’t help but feel ashamed - ashamed at what a coward he is compared to Jordan. When a broken leg and fair-weather friends leave Ben feeling lonely on Christmas break, he spends New Year’s Eve with Jordan, just hanging out in his basement like they used to, years ago.

But as the countdown to midnight happens, and the ball is about to drop, Ben has something else in mind. At the stroke of midnight, he kisses Jordan. What starts with a surprise kiss leads to a year of shared secrets, hidden love, relationship troubles, and broken hearts. Through it all, one fact holds true - Jordan loves Benjamin, and Benjamin loves Jordan.

But is that enough to carry them through when Ben wants to stay firmly in the closet...to the very point that this might destroy whatever hope they have of true love?

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  1. Book 1 of 3
    Jordan and Benjamin Forever
  2. Listening Length
    6 hours and 51 minutes
  3. Author
    Dylan James
  4. Narrator
    Dylan James
  5. Audible release date
    February 7, 2020
  6. Language
    English
  7. Publisher
    Deep Hearts YA
  8. ASIN
    B084BZDD6Q
  9. Version
    Unabridged
  10. Program Type
    Audiobook
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Book 1 of 3 Jordan and Benjamin Forever
Listening Length 6 hours and 51 minutes
Author Dylan James
Narrator Dylan James
Whispersync for Voice Ready
Audible.com Release Date February 07, 2020
Publisher Deep Hearts YA
Program Type Audiobook
Version Unabridged
Language English
ASIN B084BZDD6Q
Best Sellers Rank #411,671 in Audible Books & Originals (See Top 100 in Audible Books & Originals)
#2,623 in Teen & Young Adult LGBTQ+ Fiction (Books)
#11,778 in Teen & Young Adult Contemporary Romance
#14,091 in Teen & Young Adult (Audible Books & Originals)

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Customers find the story engaging and well-written. They describe it as a sweet tale of two friends who hide secrets. Readers praise the book for being a good read that captures LGBTQIA+ teens' emotions. However, opinions differ on the writing quality, with some finding it crisp and well-edited, while others feel it's too predictable and easy to read.

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12 customers mention "Story quality"12 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the story. They find it a sweet tale of two friends and their coming out experiences. The book captures the emotions LGBTQIA+ teens feel. Readers appreciate the memories sprinkled throughout the book. Overall, they describe the story as charming and well-written.

"I enjoyed everything about this book. Positive stories focusing on young gay characters are important, and it helps when the stories are interesting..." Read more

"This is a super cute and fun story that I curled up with on a Sunday afternoon...." Read more

"...Overall, this was a very sweet tale of two friends, both hiding secrets that finally get revealed...." Read more

"...The story was inclusive, and focused on the internal struggle of LGBT youth and the relationships they forge in high school." Read more

8 customers mention "Readability"8 positive0 negative

Customers find the book engaging and well-written. They describe it as a page-turner with interesting characters that keeps their interest from start to finish.

"...and it helps when the stories are interesting, inclusive and compelling, which is the case here...." Read more

"...What happens when they finally tell the truth was definitely worth the read. Absolutely recommended." Read more

"...that there are "trite" elements, I found this book to be a very sweet page-turner with characters you will want to learn everything about and fall..." Read more

"This book was amazing...." Read more

8 customers mention "Writing quality"5 positive3 negative

Customers have different views on the writing quality. Some find it crisp and easy to read, with a happy ending. Others feel the book is too sugary and pat, making the turmoil within Benjamin difficult to follow. The first read through may be rough, and some language stands out.

"...The author is clearly talented and I will definitely be interested in reading more of his work...." Read more

"...This did turn into a sweet, easy to read story with a happy ending...." Read more

"...The turmoil within Benjamin was difficult to read but wonderful to see him be true to himself in the end. Fun side characters too!" Read more

"...Very charming, well worth the price, well-edited and written--it's a great first YA LGBTQ book from a wonderful author...." Read more

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  • Robert A. Karl
    5.0 out of 5 stars A beautifully written gay YA love story
    Reviewed in the United States on August 16, 2022
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    I enjoyed everything about this book. Positive stories focusing on young gay characters are important, and it helps when the stories are interesting, inclusive and compelling, which is the case here.

    I'm not a young adult, and I rarely read YA novels, so I was able to focus on the beauty of the story without comparing it to others in the genre. Readers of this review might see that as a positive or a negative, but I'm glad I chose to read this book and it makes me want to explore more LGBTQ YA novels.

    The author is clearly talented and I will definitely be interested in reading more of his work. I highly recommend this, whether or not you're already a fan of the genre.

    And yes, I'm not ashamed to admit that I cried at the end of the story. I can safely say that many readers will love this book as much as I did.
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  • A.E. Bennett
    4.0 out of 5 stars Super cute and fun story
    Reviewed in the United States on March 27, 2024
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    This is a super cute and fun story that I curled up with on a Sunday afternoon. Main character Jordan Ortiz is a somewhat shy high school kid who's recently come out to his family. On top of having to navigate choosing a college and whether or not he will go to prom, he's also struggling with a crush on his former best friend, football star Benjamin Cooper. When Ben breaks his leg, Jordan watches in pain as Ben's teammates somewhat abandon him. Jordan and Ben grow closer, but both wonder if there's really a happy-ever-after in their future. Even though I was in high school decades ago myself, I found myself remembering how fun - and frustrating - teen years can be. YA isn't normally a genre I read, but I very much recommend this one.
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  • A.K.
    5.0 out of 5 stars Absolutely recommended
    Reviewed in the United States on October 13, 2019
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    Jordan had me from the start. He was the out and proud nerdy boy crushing on his one-time best friend, now the hero of the football team. He had a supportive family and friends and knew what he wanted, but he was no pushover. He had his limits and that was my favorite part.

    Ben was afraid of losing everything. And really, he had everything to lose. And isn't that the major relationship kiss of death?

    I loved the memories sprinkled throughout of their friendship before. I loved the dual POV so that I, the reader, knew the inner turmoil that both MC's were feeling.

    Overall, this was a very sweet tale of two friends, both hiding secrets that finally get revealed. What happens when they finally tell the truth was definitely worth the read. Absolutely recommended.
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  • Richard Cloud
    3.0 out of 5 stars Passable, but some language sticks out.
    Reviewed in the United States on September 25, 2019
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    Generally a formulaic entry into romcom territory, this kind of stands out because the two leads sometimes share thoughts (I read internal dialogue from one of the characters, then the perspective switches and the other character says almost the same thing), and because some of these thoughts can get homophobic and transphobic (no actual transphobic slurs, but the leads act as if the lack of certain genitals disqualifies someone as a romantic/sexual partner, and there are homophobic slurs).

    However, this is a decent LGBT take on a formulaic romcom (boy meets girl, start relationship, boy screws up, pulls grand gesture, happily ever after). This did turn into a sweet, easy to read story with a happy ending. The story was inclusive, and focused on the internal struggle of LGBT youth and the relationships they forge in high school.
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  • Allen T. St. Clair
    5.0 out of 5 stars Lovable Tale of First Love
    Reviewed in the United States on November 30, 2018
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    I read this book due to a suggestion from author Chase Connor and I was not disappointed. This was a lovable tale of first love--and while some may argue that there are "trite" elements, I found this book to be a very sweet page-turner with characters you will want to learn everything about and fall in love with. Very charming, well worth the price, well-edited and written--it's a great first YA LGBTQ book from a wonderful author. Can't wait to see what other YA tales Dylan James has up in the ole noggin. Highly recommend!
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  • Johnny
    5.0 out of 5 stars Hope springs eternal
    Reviewed in the United States on October 17, 2019
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    This book was amazing. Captures all the heartbreak and pain as well as the eternal hope of youth – especially poignant to those of us who grew up gay in an unfriendly world and know first hand how tough things can be. The character development was great. The writing is crisp and flows easily. You’ll love the ending!
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  • Jeff S.
    4.0 out of 5 stars 4.5* If you're into YA gay love stories with happy endings THIS is for you!
    Reviewed in the United States on August 22, 2019
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    The genre of the book was expected and that's OK! It's just the flavor and substance that makes the journey delightful or dull. Definitely delightful.

    The book was enjoyable and left me "dwelling" with happiness after the read. And that's a sign of a good read.
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  • Crow Queen Review
    5.0 out of 5 stars Happily Ever After
    Reviewed in the United States on July 26, 2019
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    This book did so many good things. It told the story or two boys and their very different coming out stories. It showcased amazing friends and all the usual high school drama. And it really gave the characters and readers all those good, first time falling in love, high school date feelings. But most importantly, like any high school romance, proved to everyone that everyone deserves their prince charming, their fairy tale, and their happily ever after.
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  • S S Long
    5.0 out of 5 stars This was a nice, fun, wholesome story
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 30, 2020
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    I bought this book as I saw this advertised quite a lot on Twitter and I'm glad I did. I enjoyed it and thought that the characters were very likeable (well, except for Nikki! She was a bit of a lil madam!) I was really rooting for Jordan and Ben; Jordan in particular was big-hearted and likeable and Ben, while he had his issues, redeemed himself by the end. (although his issues were understandable given his internalised homophobia for the great proportion of this story.) It was nice to see an actual deaf character in this book (in Kumail!) I've not read too many books with a deaf character in; I'm partially deaf, so it was nice to see someone I could relate to (other than the queer characters of course.) This was a nice, fun, wholesome story (I like wholesome stories.) There is a sequel to this book which I'm looking forward to reading in the future.
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  • Cliente Amazon
    5.0 out of 5 stars Adorei
    Reviewed in Brazil on December 3, 2018
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    Cheio de clichês, mas fofo e adorável. Viciante!
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  • Mr. M. Lloyd
    5.0 out of 5 stars This is a very wel written book!
    Reviewed in Australia on February 16, 2019
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    The author admits that Gay Love and other Fairy Tales was inspired by the film Love, Simon. It is not a copy but a breath taking exploration of other coming out possibilities.
    It is very well plotted and written and contains some deep insights. I could not put it down!
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  • Betsy
    5.0 out of 5 stars Love Wins!
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 12, 2019
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    I really loved this lovely story of two boys, Jordan, and Ben, who have to circumnavigate the trials and tribulations of a relationship, where one of them, Jordan, is openly gay, and the other, Ben, is battling with his sexuality, and deep in the closet. They decide to love each other in secret as Ben, captain of his football team, is not brave enough to come out and risk the derision of his teammates
    Read this sweet story to find out how Jordan and Ben overcome the many obstacles that threaten their relationship, while remaining deeply in love.
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  • Stefan Gallagher
    5.0 out of 5 stars A love story that made me feel whole 😍
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 15, 2021
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    I honestly can’t begin to describe what a beautiful story this is, but if you want something to escape from reality with, I would make this your desert island read, from captivating characters to a wonderful story line, a 5 star must read!
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