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Six Times We Almost Kissed (And One Time We Did)
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An utterly compelling will-they-won't-they slow-burn queer romance from the bestselling author of THE GIRLS I'VE BEEN.
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Six Times We Almost Kissed (And One Time We Did) by Tess Sharpe is a tantalising and heartwarming tale that sweeps readers into the lives of Penny and Tate, two young souls bound by fate and circumstances but divided by personal conflicts and unspoken feelings.
Penny and Tate have known each other for as long as they can remember, their lives intertwined thanks to their mothers' close friendship. Despite this, the two are far from friends. Their relationship is rife with tension and unresolved emotions, with each almost-kiss adding to the mix of confusion and attraction that neither is willing to confront. Yet, destiny has other plans, as their mothers decide to have them move in together.
This close proximity forces Penny and Tate to navigate their complex feelings and the undeniable chemistry between them. An almost-kiss transforms into a full-blown kiss, pushing them to finally face the music and explore what their connection truly means.
The author of The Girls I've Been brings readers another captivating slow-burn queer romance that will leave you breathless and longing for more. Sharpe's storytelling is nothing short of compelling, perfectly blending humour, tension, and heartfelt moments.
Praise for The Girls I've Been:
'Unlike anything I've read before... immediate, gripping, incredibly tense, heart-breaking, heart-warming and FUN!' – Holly Jackson, author of A Good Girl's Guide to Murder
'Slick, stylish and full of suspense' – Sophie McKenzie
'Grifters! Secret identities! Death-defying escapes! The Girls I've Been is a powerful gut-punch of a book that will leave you reeling long after its final pages. I couldn't put it down!' – Chelsea Pitcher
'Oh my god, I could hardly breathe until I finished. The tension! Absolutely loved it' – Emily Barr
Six Times We Almost Kissed (And One Time We Did) is a must-read for fans of intricate romances and unforgettable characters, offering a beautifully written narrative that will resonate deeply with anyone who understands the complexity of human emotions and relationships.Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?
Six Times We Almost Kissed (And One Time We Did) by Tess Sharpe is praised for balancing the exploration of profound themes such as grief and trauma with a captivating and dreamy romance, making it remarkably compassionate and nuanced.
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ISBN: 9781444967876
Publisher: Hachette Children's Group
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 02 February 2023
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Hodder Children's Books
Audience: Teenage
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 28.0mm
Width: 128.0mm
Height: 194.0mm
Weight: 260g
Pages: 352
About the Author
Born in a mountain cabin to a punk rocker mother, Tess Sharpe grew up in rural Northern California. She lives deep in the backwoods with a pack of dogs and a growing cabal of slightly feral cats. She's the author of THE GIRLS I'VE BEEN, which is being made into a Netflix film.
You can follow Tess on Twitter @sharpegirl and Instagram @forest_of_ardenAlso by Tess Sharpe
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