An ode to lifelong friendships and discovering your queer community, perfect for fans of Girls Like Girls and Some Girls Do.
You only get one soulmate, and I'm not throwing mine away.
Alana and Gray have been the perfect pair all through high school, and neither of them think that should have to change just because Alana came out as a lesbian. Sure, their romantic relationship is over, but their best-friends-since-forever dynamic is stronger than ever. Really, the only difference is that instead of kissing Gray herself, Alana sets him up with other girls to do that.
Enter Talia: tall, confident, gorgeous. Gray's master plan is simple: befriend Tal and charm her into being his girlfriend. With Alana's help, of course.
But as Alana spends more time with Tal, she is introduced to a world of possibilities. A world outside her small town. A world in which Alana can fully embrace her queer identity. A world where Alana and Talia are . . . together.
As the two get closer, Alana must juggle her loyalty to Gray with her growing feelings for Tal. Can she stay true to herself and to her best friend? More importantly, does she want to?
A tender and romantic exploration of identity, love and friendship that turns the 'friends to lovers' romance trope on its head.
Genre: Young Adult Romance
You only get one soulmate, and I'm not throwing mine away.
Alana and Gray have been the perfect pair all through high school, and neither of them think that should have to change just because Alana came out as a lesbian. Sure, their romantic relationship is over, but their best-friends-since-forever dynamic is stronger than ever. Really, the only difference is that instead of kissing Gray herself, Alana sets him up with other girls to do that.
Enter Talia: tall, confident, gorgeous. Gray's master plan is simple: befriend Tal and charm her into being his girlfriend. With Alana's help, of course.
But as Alana spends more time with Tal, she is introduced to a world of possibilities. A world outside her small town. A world in which Alana can fully embrace her queer identity. A world where Alana and Talia are . . . together.
As the two get closer, Alana must juggle her loyalty to Gray with her growing feelings for Tal. Can she stay true to herself and to her best friend? More importantly, does she want to?
A tender and romantic exploration of identity, love and friendship that turns the 'friends to lovers' romance trope on its head.
Genre: Young Adult Romance
Praise for this book
"Full of incisive humor and heart, Don't Let it Break Your Heart deftly embraces the complexities of queer romance and friendship, coming out, and showing up for the queer community-and for yourself. Horne gorgeously explores the nuances of emerging queer identity in this must-read romance that is sure to earn a place in readers' hearts." - Auriane Desombre
"A complicated and modern look at first queer love, finding your people, and the exhilarating risk of letting go in order to find yourself. Maggie Horne's book immerses you in a world of humor, growing pains, and teenage drama that makes your heart burst." - Gaby Dunn
"An unflinchingly honest story about queerness and community, infused with so much heart and humor. Readers will be drawn to Alana's exploration of comfort zones - and how beautiful it can be to outgrow them." - Jas Hammonds
"An emotionally charged queer romance that deftly unpacks the distinction between coming out and being out with nuance and heartfelt honesty. Don't Let it Break Your Heart is a gorgeously rendered, visceral [YA]debut about a girl untangling herself from the people who have always defined her . . . and discovering her dreams, her desires, herself in the process." - Marisa Kanter
"Absolutely broke my heart! With characters whose passions are relatable and true, [this book] is sincere and moving. Horne is an undeniably fresh and welcome voice in the YA world." - Louisa Onomé
"Full of complex queer feelings and laugh-out-loud banter, Don't Let It Break Your Heart sets a precedent for future coming-of-age stories. Horne skillfully balances wit and heartache while exploring themes of friendship, love, and what it takes to stand on your own. A masterful young adult debut." - Kelsey Rodkey
"Funny, fresh, and full of feeling, Don't Let it Break Your Heart is a thoughtful love letter to friendship and possibility. Maggie Horne's voice shines through Alana, but each of the characters leapt off the page and into my heart." - Jen St Jude
"A breathtakingly poignant love letter to platonic soulmates, teenage romance, and anyone who grew up queer in a small town. Honest, heartfelt, and hopeful, Don't Let It Break Your Heart will hold you tight and heal your soul." - Jenna Voris
"A complicated and modern look at first queer love, finding your people, and the exhilarating risk of letting go in order to find yourself. Maggie Horne's book immerses you in a world of humor, growing pains, and teenage drama that makes your heart burst." - Gaby Dunn
"An unflinchingly honest story about queerness and community, infused with so much heart and humor. Readers will be drawn to Alana's exploration of comfort zones - and how beautiful it can be to outgrow them." - Jas Hammonds
"An emotionally charged queer romance that deftly unpacks the distinction between coming out and being out with nuance and heartfelt honesty. Don't Let it Break Your Heart is a gorgeously rendered, visceral [YA]debut about a girl untangling herself from the people who have always defined her . . . and discovering her dreams, her desires, herself in the process." - Marisa Kanter
"Absolutely broke my heart! With characters whose passions are relatable and true, [this book] is sincere and moving. Horne is an undeniably fresh and welcome voice in the YA world." - Louisa Onomé
"Full of complex queer feelings and laugh-out-loud banter, Don't Let It Break Your Heart sets a precedent for future coming-of-age stories. Horne skillfully balances wit and heartache while exploring themes of friendship, love, and what it takes to stand on your own. A masterful young adult debut." - Kelsey Rodkey
"Funny, fresh, and full of feeling, Don't Let it Break Your Heart is a thoughtful love letter to friendship and possibility. Maggie Horne's voice shines through Alana, but each of the characters leapt off the page and into my heart." - Jen St Jude
"A breathtakingly poignant love letter to platonic soulmates, teenage romance, and anyone who grew up queer in a small town. Honest, heartfelt, and hopeful, Don't Let It Break Your Heart will hold you tight and heal your soul." - Jenna Voris
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