Here's to Us (What If It's Us Series, Book 2) — Content Guide for Parents
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PRESENTContains references to prayer and church attendance. A minister character plays a supporting role in two chapters.
About this book
Ben survived freshman year of college, but he's feeling more stuck than ever. His classes are a slog, his part-time job working with his father is even worse, and his best friend Dylan's been acting weird for weeks. Ben's only real bright spot is his writing partner Mario, who's been giving him a lot of Spanish lessons and even more kisses. Mario's big Hollywood dreams make Ben start to dream bigger -- and the choices he makes now could be the key to reshaping his future. So why can't he stop thinking about a certain boy from his past?
Arthur is back in New York City for the first time in two years, ready to take the theater world by a storm as the world's best . . . intern to the assistant of an off-off-Broadway director. Of course, it sucks to be spending the summer apart from his sweet, reliable boyfriend, Mikey, but he knows their relationship is strong enough to weather the distance. Which is why it's no big deal when his ex-boyfriend Ben stumbles back into the picture. And it's definitely fine that Ben's blissfully happy with some mystery boy. First loves are special, but it's way too late for what-ifs. Right?
Even as the boys try to shake off the past, they keep running into each other in the present. Is this the universe trying to tell them there's a do-over in their future?
Frequently asked questions
Is Here's to Us (What If It's Us Series, Book 2) appropriate for a 7-year-old?
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Does Here's to Us (What If It's Us Series, Book 2) have violence?
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Does Here's to Us (What If It's Us Series, Book 2) have scary content?
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Does Here's to Us (What If It's Us Series, Book 2) have religious themes?
One of the main characters, Arthur, is identified as Jewish, which is a significant aspect of his identity in the narrative. This inclusion provides a cultural and religious context within the story.
Does Here's to Us (What If It's Us Series, Book 2) have racial/cultural content?
While the characters include a gay Puerto Rican boy, race is not framed as a central theme or plot element in the narrative.
Does Here's to Us (What If It's Us Series, Book 2) have profanity?
No profanity is detected in the search results related to the book's content.
Does Here's to Us (What If It's Us Series, Book 2) have climate change?
No climate-related themes are detected in the search results related to the book's content.
Does Here's to Us (What If It's Us Series, Book 2) have sexual identity?
The book includes discussions of sexual themes, such as one character stocking condoms and references to sexual innuendos. There are also kissing and make-out scenes, indicating a focus on teenage sexuality.
Does Here's to Us (What If It's Us Series, Book 2) have gender roles?
The search results do not indicate any specific discussions or themes related to gender roles within the narrative.
Does Here's to Us (What If It's Us Series, Book 2) have lgbtq+ themes?
The book features two main characters who are teen gay boys, reconnecting after their first year of college. The narrative centers around their romantic relationship and experiences, contributing to the portrayal of LGBTQ+ themes.
