Best Romance Books of 2023
95 Best New Romance Novels That'll Make You Swoon
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Edward Underhill promises and delivers joy in YA romance "Always the Almost." Recently out trans student Miles Jacobson has hopes to beat a longtime rival at a piano competition and win back his ex-boyfriend, who broke up with him following his disclosure about his identity. His perspective changes when he meets a proudly out new student named Eric Mendez, whose confidence in himself draws Miles closer, despite his wish to rekindle things with his ex. With the biggest competition of his life looming and conflicting feelings for two different boys, Miles must hold onto his sense of self if he plans to win the show and the true object of his affection.
Release date: Feb. 14