Conventionally Yours

by Annabeth Albert

Overview

They were never meant to get along. Now they might not want to let go.

Conventionally Yours is a slow-burn, enemies-to-lovers LGBTQIA romance with rivals forced into close quarters and the surprising intimacy that follows. When guarded, neurodiverse Alden and charming, chaotic Conrad hit the road for a high-stakes fan convention, sparks fly in ways neither expects.

With rich emotional tension, geek-culture heart, and characters readers call "awkward and sweet" and "unforgettably tender," this new adult romance delivers more than just delicious tropes and banter—it's about learning to be seen.

Perfect for fans of Red, White & Royal Blue, get ready for a romance where forced proximity meets fierce connection, and two outsiders find their way home to each other.

Praise for Conventionally Yours:

"Fast, funny, and fantastic. A quest for the new decade—gamers will love this." —Eoin Colfer, New York Times bestselling author

"Sweet, emotional, and uniquely quirky." —Carrie Ryan, New York Times and USA Today bestelling author

"You will ship this couple well before they figure out how much they need each other." —Sarina Bowen, USA Today bestselling author

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781728200293
Publisher:	Sourcebooks
Publication date:	06/02/2020
Series:	True Colors , #1
Pages:	400
Product dimensions:	8.20(w) x 5.40(h) x 1.10(d)

About the Author

When she’s not adding to her keeper shelf, Annabeth Albert is a multi-published Pacific Northwest romance writer. Her popular LGBTQ+ romances include several fan-favorite and critically acclaimed series. She lives with her spouse and two children in Oregon. To find out what she’s working on next—as well as other fun extras—check out her website or connect with Annabeth on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and Spotify.

Editorial Reviews

High stakes don't have to preclude fun, as proved…in the sweet and witty Conventionally Yours…Lovely and believable…Albert makes a deeper and more sensitive investigation into what love is than most romances—or, if not an investigation, then an argument: It's wanting to care for someone, being cared for by them, and also a lot, a lot, a lot of making out.

The New York Times Book Review - Jaime Green

"Conventionally Yours is a sweet, emotional, and uniquely quirky romance where first and even fifth impressions can be terribly wrong, and having only one bed can sometimes be the perfect opportunity to find out what they’re missing." — Carrie Ann Ryan, New York Times & USA Today Bestselling Author

"Funny and wise! You will ship this couple well before they figure out how much they need each other." — Sarina Bowen, USA Today Bestselling Author

"Conventionally Yours is the fun and satisfying road trip/gaming romance I didn’t know I needed." — Cat Sebastian

"This captivating, nerdy romance delivers a satisfying happily ever after." — Library Journal

"Fast, funny, and fantastic. A quest for the new decade—gamers will adore this!" — Eoin Colfer, New York Times Bestselling Author

"A well-crafted romance for fans of the smash hit Red, White & Royal Blue (2019)." — Kirkus Reviews

From the Publisher

2020-04-13
Two young men fall in love on a road trip to Las Vegas for a gaming convention.

Conrad Stewart and Alden Roth’s rivalry has made them the stars of a gaming vlog about a card game called Odyssey. When the local game shop owner who runs the vlog announces he has procured a set of complimentary entries for his players at the national Odyssey convention in Las Vegas, Conrad and Alden each have their own reasons for wanting to win. Alden is socially awkward and feels adrift after failing to get into medical school, and turning into a Odyssey pro would provide much-needed structure to his life; Conrad has been disowned by his family after they find out he’s gay, and winning the tournament would give him the financial security to provide for himself and finish college. Due to a series of unfortunate mishaps, Conrad and Alden end up together on the road trip to Las Vegas for the convention. As they travel thousands of miles cross-country, they work together to navigate a series of minor mishaps and challenges. Once they learn to look past their knee-jerk dislike of each other, they realize that they are a pretty good team. Their romance is sweet and slow, with the more experienced Conrad showing Alden the joys of falling in love. Their romance has the classic hallmarks of the new-adult subgenre, with both of the main characters learning to face the challenges of the adult world while resisting family pressures and expectations. The tight pacing, interesting conflict, and careful characterization make this a great bridge for readers looking to make the jump from YA to adult romance.

A well-crafted romance for fans of the smash hit Red, White & Royal Blue (2019).

Kirkus Reviews