Almost, Maine: A Novel by John Cariani

Based on one of the most beloved and widely performed plays of the last decade, John Cariani’s Almost, Maine transforms a theatrical phenomenon into an unforgettable novel that will change how you think about love.

Welcome to Almost, Maine—a town perched so far north it’s almost in Canada, almost not in the United States, and almost doesn’t exist at all because its residents never quite got around to making it official. It’s a place where the impossible feels possible, especially on one magical Friday night in the dead of winter.

As the northern lights shimmer overhead, the residents of Almost find themselves tumbling in and out of love in the most unexpected ways. Hearts break and mend. Love appears where it was lost and vanishes where it seemed certain. Knees get bruised. Lives transform. Through interconnected stories that weave together like the aurora dancing above, Cariani creates a tapestry of human connection that’s both achingly real and wonderfully surreal.

Perfect for fans of Dear Evan Hansen and anyone who believes in the transformative power of love, this novel captures all the warmth, humor, and heartbreak of the original play while expanding the world of Almost in beautiful new ways. Whether you’re discovering Almost for the first time or revisiting beloved characters, this is a story that lingers long after the northern lights fade—a celebration of love in all its messy, magical, almost-perfect forms.

Ideal for readers who love contemporary romance, LGBTQ+ stories, and tales that remind us why we keep believing in love.

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