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“One of the best love stories I’ve ever read.” —Angie Thomas, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Hate U Give

“Read this one, reread it, and then hug it to your chest.”  —Becky Albertalli, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda

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1 author picked Opposite of Always as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

Opposite of Always has all the elements of YA and more. There are chances taken because there are opportunities for a do-over. Jack is faced with a heartbreaking situation with his love interest and tries a different approach with each chance he is given. Did he succeed? Did he fail?  

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