Almost Love

Almost Love: A Past-Life Destiny is not just a romance. It is a cultural, emotional, and sensory journey illustrated across eight countries and two lifetimes.

Malis and Yuth's story begins in Cambodia, moving through Phnom Penh's skyline, Angkor's ancient stones, Preah Vihear's sacred cliffs, and the glowing waters of Koh Rong Sanloem. Fireworks, riverfront nights, and Khmer comfort foods become the quiet compass guiding both destiny and unfinished pasts.

From there, the journey unfolds across the world.

Japan's blossoms, city skylines, sacred temples, river paths, and echoes of déjà vu.
Taiwan's tremors of fate and night-market flavors.
Bali's spiritual shores.
Vienna's cafés and bittersweet summer air.
Prague's old-world charm.
Paris's roses and pastries.
And the restless heartlines of the United States, where choices test the meaning of love.

Along the way, friendships, rivalries, and quiet witnesses move alongside the journey, revealing how one unfinished connection can quietly shape many lives.

This collector's edition features 56 original full-color artworks and a rich collection of cultural motifs that echo the architecture, landscapes, and cultural soul of each country visited in the story. Each artwork serves as a quiet bridge between what is seen and what is felt.

At its heart, Almost Love is the story of two people drawn together across borders, coincidences, and the echoes of 1969, a past life written long before they ever met. It is a romance shaped by destiny, timing, and the choices that define the human heart.

Quarter-Finalist
Pulp Literature First Page Cage Competition 2025

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"Lyrical, introspective, and layered with spiritual resonance, Almost Love: A Past-Life Destiny explores almost-love, the clarity of real love, and the truths that linger long after a moment has passed."
- Reedsy Reviewer, Selena Jodha

This project was created with love for Cambodia and for every culture represented in these pages. As part of this mission, a portion of the proceeds supports the well-being of Cambodian military families who serve our nation with dedication.

Thank you for supporting the story, the art, and the people behind it.