Braun-Arnold, Lily - The Last Bookstore on Earth

Title: The Last Bookstore on Earth

Author: Lily Braun-Arnold

Genre: Young Adult, Science Fiction, Romance

Pages: 320

Publisher: Penguin Random House International Sales

Release Date: January 7, 2025

Synopsis:

Two teen girls fall in love and fight for survival in an abandoned bookstore weeks before another cataclysmic storm threatens to bring about the end of the world in this unforgettable YA  debut. 

Blurb:

In a world ravaged by climate change, two unlikely friends find solace and unexpected love within the walls of an abandoned bookstore. As a devastating storm threatens to engulf the planet, they must decide whether to cling to the past or embrace the uncertain future together.

LGBT Themes:

• Young Adult Romance: The central plot revolves around a developing romantic relationship between two teenage girls.
• Exploration of LGBTQ+ Relationships: The novel likely portrays the complexities of a same-sex relationship within a challenging and apocalyptic setting.
• Themes of Hope and Resilience: Despite facing the end of the world, the characters find strength and hope in their connection and their shared love for books.

Relevant Tags:

Young Adult, YA Romance, LGBTQ+ Literature, LGBTQ+ Romance, Lesbian Romance, Climate Fiction, Dystopian, Apocalyptic, Coming-of-Age, First Love, Hope, Resilience, Lily Braun-Arnold