Author(s): Becky Albertalli and Adam Silvera
Rating: 5*
When I heard about this book, I pre-ordered it as soon as it was available. Adam Silvera and Becky Albertalli have taken leaps for gay representation, with previous publications like Simon Vs the Homosapiens Agenda, Leah on the Offbeat (Becky), and History Is All You Left Me (Adam). Knowing their writing styles--and loving both--I couldn't wait for WHAT IF IT'S US.
The universe plays a big part in this Young Adult book about two boys from very different lives meeting in a post office, on chance. Arthur, a Hamilton-obsessed intern, stumbles across Ben, a Sims-loving student. When their meeting is fleeting but full of curiosity and lingering thoughts, Arthur puts up an ad to find Ben.
The universe plays a big part in this Young Adult book about two boys from very different lives meeting in a post office, on chance. Arthur, a Hamilton-obsessed intern, stumbles across Ben, a Sims-loving student. When their meeting is fleeting but full of curiosity and lingering thoughts, Arthur puts up an ad to find Ben.
When the two reconnect, their differences often clash. Ben
is only recently single and likes Arthur
but he’s hesitant to fully let go of his ex-boyfriend. Arthur is new to any kind
of love life and eager to have everything live up to his expectations. After
many awkward, do-over dates, the two finally find their rhythm.
This book is pure, beautiful, and enjoyable. It’s so heart-breaking
to read about Ben’s self deprecation when he can’t see how amazing of a person
he is, and it’s so fun to read the awkward, corny scenes. My heart melts a
little every time Arthur gets to convince him of what a great boyfriend he is.
A book about how the universe likes to play us all—whether you
believe or not—, Arthur’s and Ben’s story leaves a reader wanting more, wishing the boys had more, and hoping that they find true happiness in their respective futures.
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