A plan to win you over

“Un plan para conquistarte” is a compelling young adult romance by Carmen Merino that weaves together friendship, longing and hidden desires. Abby has carried a crush on Hunter — her best friend’s brother — for nearly seven years. He, however, has always seen her as the little sister figure, innocent and uninterested in romantic entanglements. Enter Luke, Hunter’s older brother, certain that Hunter secretly harbors feelings for Abby. Luke devises a bold plan: pretend to date Abby’s best friend for a summer. The aim? Force a shift in Hunter’s view and spark something real between him and Abby.

Set over the course of a single summer, this story explores how a seemingly harmless “friendly” arrangement can lead to unexpected feelings, jealousy and transformation. Abby, caught between her long-time crush and an intricate scheme she didn’t ask to join, must negotiate her own emotions and the whims of those around her. Hunter must question everything he thought he knew about Abby, while Luke must confront the consequences of his manipulative gambit.

Filled with charming characters, witty banter and emotional stakes, the novel captures the intensity of teenage hope, the thrill of “what if” and the danger of assuming someone’s feelings. With 480 pages of heartfelt tension and resolution, readers will be invested in every moment that brings these four young people closer to revelations, tears or triumph. Perfect for fans of contemporary YA romance, this Spanish-language story offers a vibrant summer setting and a plot where “the plan” might just backfire — and lead to something real.