It Had to Be Him
It Had to Be Him by Adib Khorram is a romantic comedy published by Grand Central Publishing in 2025, featuring 384 pages in English. This novel explores the unexpected reunion of two former classmates, Ramin Yazdani and Noah Bartlett, as they navigate their personal challenges while on a spontaneous trip to Italy. Ramin, reeling from a public breakup, seeks to reinvent himself, while Noah, recently divorced, grapples with his own feelings of stagnation. Their chance encounter in a gelateria reignites old emotions and sets the stage for a second-chance romance.
Readers will find a narrative that delves into themes of love, self-discovery, and the complexities of relationships. As Ramin and Noah reconnect, they confront their insecurities and the fear that their newfound romance may not endure beyond their Italian getaway. The story captures the essence of multicultural and interracial dynamics within the LGBTQ+ romance genre, offering a blend of humor and heartfelt moments. This edition invites readers to experience a journey filled with both challenges and the potential for lasting love against the backdrop of Italy’s enchanting landscape.
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Heartstopper meets Eat Pray Love in this swoony, spicy, second-chance romance from USA Today bestselling author Adib Khorram about two former classmates unexpectedly reuniting in Italy.
Ramin Yazdani’s marriage proposal has just gone bottoms up: his ex dumped him in public for being boring. Bent on proving him wrong, Ramin books a spontaneous solo trip to Italy. When he runs into his high school crush while in a gelateria, however, his resolve to reinvent himself is put to the test.
Noah Bartlett’s in a rut. Since his divorce, he’s become a bit of a homebody. So when his ex-wife insists he join her and their son on an Italian holiday, Noah reluctantly agrees. But his reticence turns to excitement when he sees his former classmate, who’s aged just like a fine wine. As a teenager, Ramin fascinated him–and since Noah now knows that fascination was code for crush–all those feelings are quick to come rushing back.
Soon Ramin and Noah are tumbling headfirst into a relationship. Only Ramin fears Noah’s feelings won’t last without Ramin’s adventurous new persona–and Noah’s not sure he can be the supportive partner Ramin deserves. With the days counting down to the end of their trip, can their love last without the magic of Italy?
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