If He Had Been with Me

What if the love of your life had always been right beside you, and you didn’t realize it until it was too late?

If He Had Been with Me by Laura Nowlin is a heart-wrenching, beautifully written YA contemporary novel about love, friendship, timing, and the aching weight of what if. Autumn and Finny were inseparable as kids, next-door neighbors and best friends. But somewhere along the way, things changed. Now, in high school, they barely speak despite the fact that Autumn’s heart has never fully let go.

Told in poetic, emotionally charged prose, Autumn reflects on what was, what could have been, and what still might be. But as she pieces together her feelings and their history, life moves forward—and so does fate.

This must-read emotional romance is perfect for fans of bittersweet stories, introspective narration, and first love that cuts deep. If He Had Been with Me is the best book for readers who believe that some stories stay with you forever even the ones that break your heart.