PERFECT REREADS

10/10
Enemies to friends to lovers, mutual pining, healthy communication, satisfying ending

The main character is in love with his best friend. When a transfer student misunderstands and thinks he is bullying his friend, he gains an enemy.

9.5/10
Reconnection, angst, found family

An Amish boy on Rumspringa and a closeted gay attorney fall in love in 1970's New York. The author excellently explores themes of homophobia, religious guilt, and dreams and ambitions. It's one of the best works I've ever read, but I knocked off half a point because the age gap is 34-19.

10/10
Healthy communication, angst, tragedy, dumbass × normal person

A high school boy whose dream has always been to be like the superheroes on TV becomes entranced by a male dancer who dresses like a girl in plays and performances. They begin to get closer as the boy teaches him how to act.

10/10
Tragedy, angst, horror, ruminations on grief

A boy loses his best friend/crush only to wake up and see him again. However, his friend has been replaced by an eldritch being from the nearby mountain. He attempts to teach it how to be human, but he is simultaneously overwhelmed by feelings of grief and abhorrence.

10/10
Healthy communication, mutual pining, self-acceptance, academic rivalry

Midori and Ao attend high school together and Midori realizes Ao's feelings for him. As they go through high school, college, and their working careers he comes to terms with his own feelings.