Can This Be Real? Series by Dana Kenzi

Former college roommates and current best friends, Jasmine and Marina, have this deep bond that can’t be explained by the mere word “friendship”. But even the relationship they built on trust and support doesn’t prevent Jasmine from being terrified of coming out to Marina. The conversation goes better than she expects, and it strengthens their bond... moreFormer college roommates and current best friends, Jasmine and Marina, have this deep bond that can’t be explained by the mere word “friendship”. But even the relationship they built on trust and support doesn’t prevent Jasmine from being terrified of coming out to Marina. The conversation goes better than she expects, and it strengthens their bond. When they become roommates again, Marina shows off her more affectionate and friendlier side, and Jasmine can’t pretend that she’s unaffected by it. She begins to wonder if their relationship is strictly platonic since friends don’t usually sleep in the same bed or spoon each other most nights. Is it Jasmine’s imagination, or is there something more on the horizon? Does Marina know the message she’s sending, or is there some truth on her part that needs to be discovered as well? less

After realizing that what they have is much more than friendship, Jasmine and Marina embark on a journey to learn each other’s expectations and desires. They’re both exploring new territory, and they don’t want to overlook anything. While happy with the change in their relationship, Marina feels her world shift with the implications of it all. Everything is different, and she’s desperate to make sense of her newfound perspective on life. Luckily for her, Jasmine is right there to support her.

Six months after Marina asks Jasmine a life-changing question, they set up a meeting to announce the news to their families. They know they haven’t been a couple for long, but they are ready to take the next step.What will happen when all is revealed? Are they prepared for their parents’ reactions?