The Complexities of Love

"Most Anticipated LGBTQ in Young Adult Literature" —Lambda Literary
"The reveal of Mark's family history is intriguing and messily realistic..." —Kirkus Reviews

M.A. Quigley's critically-acclaimed debut novel, The Complexities of Love, tells the story of Mark navigating life as a closeted gay man in 1960s Australia. Always feeling that he was different, Mark did his best to fit in and follow what his family always wanted for him: a lovely Australian girl. But after meeting Dave in middle school, everything changed.

Starred Review 5/5

"Very emotional..."

Starred Review 5/5

"An extremely powerful story!"

Kirkus Reviews

"Intriguing and messily realistic..."

Starred Review 5/5

"Heartbreaking"

Lambda Literary

"THE MOST ANTICIPATED YOUNG ADULT LGBTQ+ LITERARY FICTION"

Alex Williams, editor

"Exceptional story! Such a tender romance, very gratifying ending."