Are you interested in a of specific characters like Marcos or more information on the Amazon Literary Prize results? El verano que me llevó a ti by Patricia Reverté Villar

There, Dani meets , his stepfather's nephew (his "step-cousin"). While Dani is withdrawn and intent on hiding his pain, Marcos is his total opposite: confident, open about his sexuality, and unafraid of judgment. Their connection develops into a slow-burn romance that forces Dani to confront his past and the fears holding him back. Key Themes

The story follows , a shy teenager struggling with his mental health after experiencing severe bullying. His life takes a sharp turn when his mother remarries, and he is sent to spend the summer at the country estate of his new stepfather, Carlos.

The book is a prominent juvenile LGBT+ romance. It addresses the fear of societal reaction and the liberation found in self-acceptance.

Set against a rural backdrop, the story captures a series of "first times"—from camping and midnight escapes to finding a new sense of family. Critical Reception