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"What If It's Us" is a contemporary LGBTQ young‑adult novel by Becky Albertalli that centers on Arthur, a Georgia summer intern, and Ben, a New Yorker, who meet in the city’s vibrant dating scene. Their connection feels almost destined, yet after three misfaced dates they question whether destiny or their own doubts keep them from each other. The story unfolds in two voices, exploring the complexities of first love, cultural differences, and the yearning for acceptance in a city that never sleeps.
First publish date: 2018
Genre: Young Adult Fiction/YA Romance
Authors: Becky Albertalli
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