Amelia, If Only

"The novel is written in first-person narration that brilliantly portrays how Amelia's delightful brain works... Albertalli masterfully weaves together characters from Amelia's life with fan favorites from her previous work Imogen, Obviously (2023), but the focus is wholly on Amelia and her journey. Amelia is vibrant and easy to root for, and what she learns about parasocial relationships is impactful for all. Guess who's back? Albertalli's back, venturing into one of her previous worlds with more fun, chaotic queer romance and a relevant message for the social media age." - Booklist

"Amelia, If Only provides a succinct, devastatingly accurate yet humorous take on what it means to be a fan - and how the reality of meeting your idols doesn't always live up to your daydreams. All that paired with an amazing friends-to-lovers arc, a supportive friend group and the most unhinged and relatable main character makes Amelia, If Only pure art. Whether you're a long-time fan of Albertalli or just want to dip your toes into a book that's all about being a fan, this one is not to be missed!" - The Nerd Daily

Albertalli creates a realistic microcosm of queer and Jewish teen culture with no shortage of her signature humor and clever snark... The friends' banter is warm, endearing, and relatable. Fresh and witty on the surface, tender and heartfelt at its core. - Kirkus Reviews (starred review)

"The witty banter between Amelia and her friends on their road trip and their first glimpses of college life add more layers of humor to this laugh-out-loud, adorable queer romance that is a perfect summer read for any teen who has been in parasocial love with a favorite celebrity." - Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books