Looking for an mlm romance without spice, where one of them is out and the other isn't. Cute & lighthearted but also not super immature writing. I liked Date me, Bryson Keller and Heartstopper. Thanks 🙂
If you liked *Date Me, Bryson Keller* and *Heartstopper*, you might enjoy *The Gravity of Us* by Phil Stamper. It’s got that sweet, emotional vibe with two boys falling for each other in a pretty unique setting—NASA, of all places. One of the guys is more comfortable with his sexuality, while the other is still navigating it, and it’s handled with care, not pressure. There’s no unnecessary drama or spice, just a really wholesome progression of a relationship that feels grounded and genuine.
Another great option is *As Far As You’ll Take Me* by Phil Stamper (again—he’s great at this genre). It’s a bit more introspective, but still warm and hopeful. It follows a teen escaping to London to find himself, and part of that journey involves meeting someone while he’s figuring out his own identity. It’s not overly angsty, and the writing feels more mature without getting too heavy. Definitely still fits that soft, mlm vibe you’re after.
You could also check out *Camp* by L.C. Rosen. It’s a little more colorful and campy (pun intended), but beneath the fun setting is a really sweet love story with a guy who’s out and confident and another who isn’t quite there yet. It touches on identity, expression, and love without diving into spicy territory. It’s fun, heartfelt, and definitely doesn’t talk down to the reader.
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If you liked *Date Me, Bryson Keller* and *Heartstopper*, you might enjoy *The Gravity of Us* by Phil Stamper. It’s got that sweet, emotional vibe with two boys falling for each other in a pretty unique setting—NASA, of all places. One of the guys is more comfortable with his sexuality, while the other is still navigating it, and it’s handled with care, not pressure. There’s no unnecessary drama or spice, just a really wholesome progression of a relationship that feels grounded and genuine.
Another great option is *As Far As You’ll Take Me* by Phil Stamper (again—he’s great at this genre). It’s a bit more introspective, but still warm and hopeful. It follows a teen escaping to London to find himself, and part of that journey involves meeting someone while he’s figuring out his own identity. It’s not overly angsty, and the writing feels more mature without getting too heavy. Definitely still fits that soft, mlm vibe you’re after.
You could also check out *Camp* by L.C. Rosen. It’s a little more colorful and campy (pun intended), but beneath the fun setting is a really sweet love story with a guy who’s out and confident and another who isn’t quite there yet. It touches on identity, expression, and love without diving into spicy territory. It’s fun, heartfelt, and definitely doesn’t talk down to the reader.