It All Comes Back to You

Two exes must revisit their past after their siblings start dating in this rom-com perfect for fans of Sandhya Menon and Morgan Matson. A Parade Best YA of the Year!

After Kiran Noorani’s mom died, Kiran vowed to keep her dad and sister, Amira, close―to keep her family together. But when Amira announces that she’s dating someone, Kiran’s world is turned upside down.

Deen Malik is thrilled that his brother, Faisal, has found a great girlfriend. Maybe a new love will give Faisal a new lease on life, and Deen can stop feeling guilty for the reason that Faisal needs a do-over in the first place.

When the families meet, Deen and Kiran find themselves face to face. Again. Three years ago―before Amira and Faisal met―Kiran and Deen dated in secret. Until Deen ghosted Kiran.

And now, after discovering hints of Faisal’s shady past, Kiran will stop at nothing to find answers. Deen just wants his brother to be happy―and he’ll do whatever it takes to keep Kiran from reaching the truth. Though the chemistry between Kiran and Deen is undeniable, can either of them take down their walls?

• Exes Reunited: Three years ago, Deen ghosted Kiran without a word. Now, thanks to their matchmaking siblings, he’s back in her life and she wants answers.
• A Web of Family Secrets: Kiran is determined to uncover the truth about her sister’s new boyfriend, Faisal, but Deen will do anything to keep his brother’s past buried.
• Angsty Teen Romance: They can’t stand each other, but they can’t stay away. The simmering chemistry between Kiran and Deen is a complication neither of them is ready for.
• Heartfelt Desi Romance: A contemporary YA love story featuring authentic Muslim characters navigating family loyalty, grief, and the messy complications of first love.

Farah Naz Rishi (she/they) is a Pakistani-American writer and voice actor. She received her B.A. in English from Bryn Mawr College, her J.D. from Lewis & Clark Law School, and her love of weaving stories from the Odyssey Writing Workshop. When she’s not writing, she’s probably hanging out with video game characters. You can find her at home in Philadelphia, or on Instagram/TikTok at @farahnazrishi.