Close to You by Nissa Renzo
Close to You is an emotional coming-of-age romance and the first book in Nissa Renzo’s Through the Years series. The story follows Milow, a girl who cannot speak after a traumatic childhood, and Ashby, her foster brother, who understands her without judgment after experiencing his own difficult past.
As they grow up together, their deep friendship gradually develops into something more complicated. Set against themes of trauma, family, bullying, ambition, and personal growth, the novel follows their journey as they navigate the challenges of growing up while trying to protect the bond they share.
Key Themes
- Coming-of-age romance
- Friends-to-lovers
- Found family
- Foster family
- Trauma and healing
- Personal growth
- Family and belonging
- Emotional relationships
- Young adult and new adult fiction
Why Read This Book?
A compelling choice for readers who enjoy emotional romance, slow-burn relationships, coming-of-age stories, found family, and character-driven fiction with complex emotional themes.
About the Author
Nissa Renzo is a Swiss-Italian author known for emotional romance featuring complex characters, intense relationships, and real-life struggles. Close to You is the first book in her Through the Years series.
Product Details
- Language: English
- Format: Paperback
- Genre: New Adult Romance, Contemporary Romance & Coming-of-Age Fiction
- Author: Nissa Renzo
- Series: Through the Years
- Book: 1
- Publisher: Bloom Books / Sourcebooks
- Publication: 2026
- ISBN: 9781628866735
- Pages: 512
