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Description
As a good-natured gay teenager, Lucas happily serves as his high school's matchmaker but finding true love for himself is proving to be much more difficult.
Quick Summary
Lucas is that guy in school who can set anyone up with their perfect match except himself. He's the unofficial hookup artist at his high school, helping classmates find love while quietly struggling to figure out his own romantic life. This book really stands out because it's genuinely funny in a way that feels authentic to how teenagers actually talk, but it also gets surprisingly real when Lucas starts confronting why he's so good at helping others but keeps sabotaging his own chances. If you're a teen who's into humor, romance, or just wants a quick read that doesn't feel heavy, this one's for you and honestly, even reluctant readers tend to get pulled in by how fast it moves. Parents should know the book deals with some pretty relatable teen stuff like dating anxiety, identity questions, and a little bit of mild language, but it's all pretty lighthearted overall. There's also a sweet friendship subplot that gives the story real heart underneath all the jokes. If you've enjoyed books like "Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda" or anything with that mix of humor and heart, you'll probably like this one too.