Verona Comics

Jubilee has it all together. She’s an elite cellist, and when she’s not working in her stepmom’s indie comic shop, she’s prepping for the biggest audition of her life.

Ridley is barely holding it together. His parents own the biggest comic-store chain in the country, and Ridley can’t stop disappointing them–that is, when they’re even paying attention.

They meet one fateful night at a comic convention prom, and the two can’t help falling for each other. Too bad their parents are at each other’s throats every chance they get, making a relationship between them nearly impossible . . . unless they manage to keep it a secret.

Then again, the feud between their families may be the least of their problems. As Ridley’s anxiety spirals, Jubilee tries to help but finds her focus torn between her fast-approaching audition and their intensifying relationship. What if love can’t conquer all? What if each of them needs more than the other can give?

ISBN: 052551628X

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Praise for Verona Comics

“Dugan infuses her characters with a warm sense of depth and compassion… this one’s a winning choice. Breathlessly sweet.” —Kirkus Reviews

“A smart, compassionate love story to and for teens.” —Booklist

“A deep dive into first love while learning to manage significant mental health challenges.” —School Library Journal

“Part fresh romance, part honest exploration of the impact of depression and suicidal ideation on individuals and relationships . . . encapsulates an inspiring level of compassion from its flawed, endearing protagonists and an inclusive secondary cast.” —Publishers Weekly

 

Trigger and Content Warnings

Panic/anxiety attacks

References to suicidal ideation

Mention of a past suicide attempt

Abusive parent (verbal, emotional neglect)

Codependency

Depression

 

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