Alissa DeRogatis
Call It What You Want (USED)
A heartfelt new adult romance about first love, emotional healing, and the unforgettable relationships that never had a name—but changed everything.
Some relationships never become official... but they still leave a permanent mark on your heart.
Call It What You Want is an emotional coming-of-age romance that captures the bittersweet beauty of "almost love"—the kind of relationship that defies labels yet means everything.
Sloane Hart has always believed in happily-ever-afters. But after watching her parents' marriage fall apart, she no longer trusts the love stories she once dreamed about. Determined to protect her heart, she focuses on graduating college, pursuing her dream of becoming a writer, and starting a new life in New York City.
Then she meets Ethan Brady.
Quiet, guarded, and carrying wounds he refuses to share, Ethan keeps everyone at arm's length. As their connection deepens, they begin a relationship without expectations or labels, knowing from the start that it isn't meant to last.
But feelings don't follow rules.
As Sloane falls harder, she begins imagining a future Ethan isn't sure he can give her. Faced with impossible choices, they must decide whether love is worth the risk—or whether some relationships are destined to remain unfinished chapters.
Poignant, romantic, and emotionally honest, Call It What You Want is a moving story about heartbreak, healing, self-discovery, and finding the courage to love, even when there's no guarantee of forever.
Why readers love Call It What You Want:
❤️ Emotional slow-burn romance with unforgettable chemistry
📚 College-age coming-of-age story filled with heart and self-discovery
✨ Explores situationships, first love, and emotional healing
💔 Perfect balance of romance, heartbreak, hope, and personal growth
Perfect for fans of:
Every Summer After, Better Than the Movies, The Cheat Sheet, Normal People, and readers who love contemporary romance, emotional love stories, college romance, and character-driven fiction.
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