Almost Love: A Past-Life Destiny is not just a romance. It is a cultural, emotional, and sensory journey woven 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 compass that guides both destiny and unfinished pasts. From there, the journey unfolds across the world. Japan's blossoms, city skylines, sacred temples, river paths, and the echoes of a déjà vu past, 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 challenge the meaning of love. Crafted as a lightweight, travel-friendly companion, this grayscale edition carries 47 original 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. These artistic elements deepen the sensory experience, blending atmosphere with narrative. 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. Awards Quarter-Finalist, Pulp Literature First Page Cage Competition 2025 Author's Message This project is created with love for Cambodia and for every culture represented in these pages. As part of this mission, a portion of the proceeds will support the well-being of Cambodian military families. Thank you for supporting the story, the art, and the people behind it.