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Opposite of Always – A Love That Defies Time

: Summary of the Book

In Opposite of Always by Justin A. Reynolds, a love story meets a time loop in this witty and heart-wrenching debut. Jack and Kate’s connection is instant and electric—they bond over cereal, movies, and an undeniable spark. Life seems perfect until it isn’t: Kate dies suddenly, and Jack’s world crashes. But that’s not the end.

Jack wakes up back at the party where they met—Kate alive, smiling, and unaware of what’s to come. Again. And again. Jack is caught in a loop, gifted (or cursed) with the chance to try and save her. But each attempt brings unintended consequences, affecting not just Kate but also his best friends and family. Now, he has to weigh what saving one life might cost him in others.

? What You Will Discover in the Book

This is more than just a time-travel romance—Opposite of Always dives deep into friendship, grief, forgiveness, and how small choices ripple into big changes. Jack’s journey is emotionally rich and full of both humor and heartbreak. You’ll follow him through love, loss, and second (and third and fourth) chances, all while navigating high school life, college dreams, and the pressure of impossible decisions.

? Why Should You Read This Book

If you love books that make you laugh, cry, and think about what it means to truly care for someone, Opposite of Always is for you. It’s Before I Fall meets The Fault in Our Stars with a clever, hopeful twist. Perfect for fans of emotional YA fiction, romantic sci-fi, and stories that deal with love and consequence. This book will stay with you long after the final page.

: About the Author

Justin A. Reynolds always knew he wanted to write stories that matter. His debut novel, Opposite of Always, became a School Library Journal Best Book and was selected as an Indies Introduce Top Ten Debut. Translated into 17 languages and currently being adapted into a film by Paramount Players, Reynolds’ voice is fresh, funny, and full of heart. He lives in northeast Ohio with his family and is probably dancing awkwardly somewhere—or, as his sister puts it, “doing the sports.” His second novel, Early Departures, continues to explore love, loss, and time in unexpected ways.