by Alice Oseman
First published 2021
Charlie never imagined Nick would return his feelings, but now they're officially together. As their relationship deepens, Charlie feels ready to tell Nick he loves him. Nick shares those same feelings, yet worries cloud his mind. He needs to come out to his father, and he's growing concerned that Charlie might be struggling with an eating disorder. The seasons shift from summer to autumn as a fresh school year starts. Both boys face new challenges that will test what they've built together. Charlie and Nick must discover what it truly means to love someone while dealing with family expectations and personal struggles. Their small daily moments add up to something much bigger. This fourth volume explores the complexities of young love alongside friendship, loyalty, and mental health. Charlie and Nick's story continues to unfold as they learn that being boyfriends involves more than just romantic feelings.
Genres: fiction, romance, coming-of-age, contemporary, young-adult
Vibes: authentic, emotional, heartfelt, intimate, introspective, tender
Tropes: coming-of-age, found-family, friends-to-lovers, slow-burn
Setting: school
Period: summer-to-autumn, contemporary
384 pages · Hardcover · Graphix
Content warnings: anxiety, eating-disorder, mental-illness