What If It's Us

    What If It's Us

    by Becky Albertalli and Adam Silvera

    Ages 14-182018
    Young Adult

    Two teenage boys, Arthur and Ben, meet by chance at a New York City post office and feel an instant connection, leading to a sweet romance as they navigate the complexities of young love. The story features LGBTQ+ representation with both main characters being gay and exploring their relationship openly. Themes include first love, identity acceptance, family relationships, and the courage to be authentic in the face of uncertainty.

    2018Published
    Genres: Young Adult, Romance, LGBTQ+, Contemporary Fiction

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    Theme Presence Analysis

    Romantic or Mature Themes
    Frequent
    Sexual Orientation Topics
    Frequent
    Diversity & Cultural Representation
    Moderate
    Family, Friendship & Community
    Moderate
    Social or Historical Topics
    Minimal
    Fantasy or Symbolic Storytelling
    None
    Gender Identity Topics
    None

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