Description
Description
A hilarious, unputdownable second-chance-romance about the most unlikely, gay roommate mishap. Perfect for fans of Casey McQuiston and Gwen & Art Are Not in Love.
Romance is the last thing on Charlie's mind.
About the Author
About the Author
Page Powars writes books during the day, helps with music soundtracks at night, and obsesses over video games every second in between. His works include the Indie Next and Indies Introduce pick The Borrow a Boyfriend Club and And They Were Roommates. Whether YA or Adult, he aims to spread the joy of his identity, surrounding his trans protagonists in jokes and romance. Page received a BFA from the University of Michigan's School of Music on a foster care or compromised support network scholarship, then an MS in Publishing from NYU. Now in his twenties, Page lives in the NYC area.
Critical Reviews
Critical Reviews
★"The dynamic between the roommates sizzles with electricity and tension... [A] vibrant love letter to trans readers." -Booklist, starred review
"Page Powars books always sparkle with witty humor and so much heart! I had such a blast with this fresh new take on a boarding school story. To channel Charlie, I would say roses are red, violets are blue, I loved this book... and I think you will, too!" -Alicia Thompson, USA Today bestselling author of With Love, from Cold World
"And They Were Roommates perfectly blends the silly chaos of teenage shenanigans with the very real heft of social, romantic, and academic pressures of adolescence. This story is driven by an unconventional second chance romance that captures the highs and lows of learning to believe in love, and yourself, again. Just a genuinely entertaining time of a read." -Racquel Marie, award-winning author of Ophelia After All
"In And They Were Roommates, Powars once again proves he's a force to be reckoned with. Hilarious, heartfelt, and unhinged." -Sophie Gonzales, internationally bestselling author of Never Ever Getting Back Together Praise for The Borrow a Boyfriend Club: A 2023 Flying Start selected title by Publishers Weekly
A 2023 Indies Introduce Kids selected title
An Indie Next pick - Sept/Oct 2023 "Charmingly chaotic and keenly observant, with real emotional depth. Page Powars's debut is an absolute joyride." --Becky Albertalli, New York Times bestselling author of Simon VS. the Homo Sapiens Agenda "Sparkling with both tenderness and humor, Powars's debut is a must-read about first love, identity, bravery, and embracing the unexpected." --Ashley Herring Blake, award-winning author of Delilah Green Doesn't Care "Filled with plenty of humorous and laugh-out-loud antics, this book is sure to sweep you off your feet. The characters are authentic and complex as they all try to fit into high school as well as figuring out who they are." --American Book Association's Indies Introduce
Publishing Information
Publishing Information
Publisher:
Roaring Brook Press
Pub date:
2025-05-27
Length:
320 pages
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