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The Lost Book of Lancelot: A Novel
by John Glynn
Published May 12, 2026
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About this book
Raised in isolation on the mystical Isle of Women, a nameless orphan navigates a life defined by whispers of a grand prophecy and the shadow of his hidden identity: Lancelot. His path toward knighthood is forged alongside Galehaut, a companion whose presence transforms from a rigorous training partnership into an inseparable, soul-deep bond. As they prepare for the world beyond their sanctuary, they find themselves inextricably tethered to the machinations of the wizard Merlin.
When destiny pulls Lancelot toward the legendary court of Camelot, he must balance the heavy expectations of King Arthur’s Round Table with the yearning for the life—and the love—he left behind. As the knights embark on the perilous quest for the Grail, an encroaching threat from Roman legionaries forces a collision between the old world of magic and the harsh reality of an expanding empire. Amidst the clashing of steel and the weight of myth, Lancelot struggles to reconcile his public duty with an explosive secret that could shatter everything he has fought to become.
This reimagining of a classic legend explores the vulnerability behind the armor, framing a timeless quest for identity as a poignant, high-stakes battle for the heart.
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What readers are saying
DonnieUtterly captivating!
"Utterly captivating. John breathes new life into this legendary story. A must-read! ["
May 12, 2026 Verified Purchase
Becca F.Queer Longing and gorgeous descriptive writing
"As a kid, I loved books about lonely adolescents bounding through wildflower flecked meadows, imbued with a sense of light magic, as they tumbled headlong into first love and… guess what? This is that, but for adults! Oh my goodness, this book transported me—both into the world of its pages and also back to the reader I was sprawled on the unfortunate brown carpet of my childhood bedroom. If you’re reading for plot and not to reconnect with your inner childhood bookworm, I’d pitch this as a queer retelling of Sir Lancelot, famed knight of King Arthur’s Round Table. But before Lancelot meets Guinevere, he met Galehaut, a fellow knight-in-training and utter anomaly amid Lancelot’s magic-tinged upbringing on the Isle of Women. While some elements of the story are familiar—questing, banquets–its emotional undercurrent is rich with longing. (And isn’t that what we’re all searching for in a post-Heated Rivalry world?) ["
May 12, 2026
CJMCaptivating Read (even for those who aren't typically drawn to this genre)
"Engaging, emotionally intense, and overall very enjoyable read. I should not that medieval lore not typically a genre I gravitate towards. Glynn writes with such evocative description that forces such a strong connection with the characters on this re-imagined tale that made it hard to put down. A great book to provide some sense of escapism. ["
May 18, 2026
Blake McGregorExceeded All Expectations!
"This book is incredible. I rarely read novels because I get bored and lose the thread quickly. However, I gave this book a whirl because I’m fascinated with Arthurian legend. I became totally immersed by the second part of the book, and couldn’t stop reading until I got to the end. I’m so sad it’s over. Such an amazing story, exceeded all expectations. ["
May 13, 2026
