Twice In One Lifetime

"The past gave him regrets, the present gives him a choice."

What if you could live your life again-with every memory intact-and finally make things right?

Michael "Tripp" Carson, a man burdened by 58 years of regret, awakens in 1980 in the body of his teenage self. With a second chance to rewrite his story, Tripp learns that even when the past is familiar, the heart can take him down paths he never dared before. But the cost of living twice is steep, and the ripple of his choices spreads further than he ever imagined.

Tone & Genre:

A YA/NA coming-of-age story blending LGBTQ+ romance with the emotional realism, suspense, and nostalgia of 1980s small-town life. Comparable to Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda, They Both Die at the End, and Replay.

Series Themes:

The series explores themes of second chances, identity, and love, focusing on Tripp's bisexuality and his evolving relationship with his best friend, Robbie, in an era when being true to oneself was dangerous. It delves into the bonds of family (both inherited and chosen), the deep scars of trauma, and the constant battle between fate and free will.

Key Characters:

• Tripp Carson: Living his second life, striving to protect those he loves while rediscovering who he is.
• Robbie Davis: Tripp's steadfast and tender best friend, who grounds him in the present.
• Lauren Masters: Tripp's sharp-witted, loyal confidant and voice of truth.
• Doug Barrett: A loyal friend offering a balance of humor and quiet strength.
• Scott Graves: Tripp's innocent yet wise cousin and moral compass.
• Mark Carson: Tripp's brother, a mirror of who Tripp might have become without a second chance.
• Gabriel: A mysterious, otherworldly figure who forces Tripp to confront the cost of his new life.

Series Arc (5 Books planned):

1. Twice in One Lifetime: Tripp awakens in 1980 and begins learning what it means to live again.
2. The Price of Living Twice: The cost of his choices rises as secrets deepen and dangers return.
3. This Lifetime's Truth: The weight of honesty threatens the fragile family Tripp has built.
4. When One Lifetime Isn't Enough: An impossible hurdle to overcome.
5. Another Lifetime's Promise

Why It Stands Out:

This unique twist on the "do-over life" trope blends small-town nostalgia with raw emotional stakes. At its heart, it is a love story that affirms queer identity, appealing to crossover readers of YA romance, family drama, and suspense. The series culminates not in erasing regret, but in fulfilling the promise of love, fatherhood, and forgiveness.