You're the Problem, It's You: A Novel, The Mischief & Matchmaking Series Book 2 BY Emma R. Alban

The follow-up to Don’t Want You Like a Best Friend, this enemies-to-lovers queer Victorian romance continues with a new pair of charmingly antagonistic leads. Bobby Mason, the disgruntled second son, has always felt overshadowed and undervalued. Frustrated by his lack of purpose and the frivolous behavior of his peers, he finds a particular target for his ire in the new Viscount Demeroven.

James Demeroven, freshly come of age and thrust into the responsibilities of the Viscountcy, is well-acquainted with disappointment. Traumatized by a difficult relationship with his stepfather and haunted by a past crush on Bobby, James is both captivated and exasperated by Bobby’s audacious presence. The tension between them is palpable, with every encounter fraught with bickering and unspoken longing.

Their personal clashes are complicated by the well-meaning interference of their cousins, Beth and Gwen, who continuously arrange group outings, forcing Bobby and James to face each other repeatedly. When an extortionist begins targeting their families, threatening their reputations and safety, Bobby and James must navigate their mutual animosity to work together. Amidst the growing threat and their escalating attraction, the lines between rivalry and romance blur.

In this witty and emotionally charged sequel, Bobby and James discover that the very traits they found most irritating might also be the ones they can’t live without. As they join forces to protect their families and uncover the identity of the extortionist, they must confront their own feelings and the irresistible pull of their undeniable chemistry.