Books like You in five acts by Una LaMarche
During senior year at a New York City performing‑arts school, Joy, Diego, Liv, Ethan, and Dave confront the pressures of stardom and the shifting ambitions that come with growing up. As they navigate romantic hopes, creative rivalry, and the fear that their friendships may fade, a sudden tragedy forces them to reevaluate what matters most: friendship, ambition, and love.
First publish date: 2016
Genre: Young Adult Fiction/YA Romance
Authors: Una LaMarche
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