In "Here's To Us," the authors continue the story of Ben and Arthur as they navigate the complexities of life and love in young adulthood. The book delves into the challenges of maintaining friendships post-romance, exploring the growth of the main characters from their teenage years. The writing style is characterized by humor, empathy, and honesty, as the authors depict the characters' struggles with self-discovery and relationships. The plot revolves around Ben and Arthur's lingering feelings for each other, despite being in relationships with other people, leading to a journey of self-realization and emotional exploration.
The book presents a realistic portrayal of the complexities of love and relationships, highlighting the challenges of moving on from past romances and finding oneself in the process. Through relatable characters and engaging dialogue, the authors capture the nuances of young adulthood and the struggles of balancing personal desires with external expectations. As Ben and Arthur navigate their evolving feelings and aspirations, readers are taken on a journey of self-discovery, growth, and the pursuit of happiness in the face of uncertainty.
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While light-hearted, there are themes that may touch on personal struggles and complex emotions surrounding love.
Has Romance?
Romance is a central element of the story, with emotional depth and connection between characters.
From The Publisher:
#1 New York Times bestseller! Becky Albertalli and Adam Silvera reunite to continue the story of Arthur and Ben, the boys readers first fell for in the bestselling rom-com What If It's Us.
Ben survived freshman year of college, but he's feeling more stuck than ever. His classes are a slog, his part-time job working with his father is even worse, and his best friend Dylan's been acting weird for weeks. Ben's only real bright spot is his writing partner Mario, who's been giving him a lot of Spanish lessons and even more kisses. Mario's big Hollywood dreams make Ben start to dream bigger-and the choices he makes now could be the key to reshaping his future. So why can't he stop thinking about a certain boy from his past?
Arthur is back in New York City for the first time in two years, ready to take the theater world by a storm as the world's best . . . intern to the assistant of an off-off-Broadway director. Of course, it sucks to be spending the summer apart from his sweet, reliable boyfriend, Mikey, but he knows their relationship is strong enough to weather the distance. Which is why it's no big deal when his ex-boyfriend Ben stumbles back into the picture. And it's definitely fine that Ben's blissfully happy with some mystery boy. First loves are special, but it's way too late for what-ifs. Right?
Even as the boys try to shake off the past, they keep running into each other in the present. Is this the universe trying to tell them there's a do-over in their future?
Here's to Us is sure to be welcomed by fans old and new of these authors and their previous collaboration, What If It's Us. Critically acclaimed and bestselling authors Becky Albertalli and Adam Silvera combine their talents in these smart, funny, heartfelt novels about two very different boys who can't decide if the universe is pushing them together-or pulling them apart.
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