Best High school Romance Books
Reignite your passion for young love and high school drama with our roundup of the best high school romance books, as acclaimed by major book lovers and blogs, organized by their frequency of recommendation.
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A hilarious rom-com debut from Emma Lord about love, friendship, and doing the unexpected. Swim captain and overachiever, Pepper, is secretly running the Twitter account for her family's fast-food chain. Deli boy and class clown, Jack, is determined to take down the burger empire after they steal his grandma's grilled cheese recipe. When their Twitter feud goes viral, little do they know they're falling for each other online. As their relationship deepens, they must confront their offline feelings in this unexpected, all-the-feels romance.
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Eric SmithA teen romance filled with competition and love, follow Sasha and Ezra as they fight for the title of valedictorian and a scholarship. Their once effortless friendship is put to the test in a best-of-three academic battle where both must reexamine their past and present. With everything on the line, will Sasha choose to win or let love guide her? This debut novel from Danielle Parker is a must-read for romance fans.
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My Mechanical Romance is a YA novel that portrays a unique mix of romance, engineering, and robotics. Bel is forced to join the robotics club, where she meets Mateo Luna, the captain who recognizes her potential talent. Despite clashing personalities, the two work together to create a combat-ready robot while also creating a powerful bond between them. Alexene Farol Follmuth explores the challenges girls of color face in STEM fields and the vulnerability of first love in this adorable, heart-warming story that is perfect for any reader.
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Embark on a breathtaking journey across Tuscany with Lina in this debut novel filled with romance, mystery, and adventure. When Lina's mother dies, she spends the summer in Italy with the father she's never met. But Tuscany holds secrets Lina never could have imagined, and she discovers a magical world of secret romance, art, and hidden bakeries through her mother's journal. Alongside the charming Ren, Lina sets out to uncover a secret that will change everything she knew about her parents and herself. Love & Gelato is a must-read for lovers of romance fiction and adventure.
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"Highly Suspicious and Unfairly Cute" is a hilarious and heartwarming story about a football star and a conspiracy-theory-obsessed social media creator who are forced to work together on a survival course in the woods. As they navigate the challenges of the great outdoors, they also confront their messy past and begin to rediscover what brought them together in the first place. From the bestselling author of the Brown Sisters trilogy, this book is a must-read for anyone looking for a laugh-out-loud and engaging adventure.
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In the midst of an ancient battle, three hearts collide in Midnight Ruin. Eurydice, tired of being the innocent sister, is ready to break free from her powerful family and the pain of her past. Charon, Hades's loyal right-hand man, is ready to claim what he desires. And Orpheus, the fallen golden boy, will stop at nothing to win Eurydice back. As enemies threaten Olympus, these would-be lovers must navigate a treacherous path to find their happily ever after. Will their hearts survive the chaos?
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Discover a heartwarming story of young love, secrets, and self-discovery. Follow Lara Jean as she navigates the trials of adolescence and the unexpected consequences of her innermost thoughts being exposed. With relatable characters and raw emotion, this book will have you feeling all the feels.
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A childhood crush turned enemy becomes a surprising ally when Liz needs his help to win over her real crush. But as they work together, Liz starts to see Wes in a new light and questions what true love really looks like.
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Two high school seniors who have been bitter rivals for years must team up to win an all-night scavenger hunt in Seattle. As they race to victory, they begin to see each other in a different light and discover that their feelings might not be entirely hate-fueled. Filled with humor and heart, this romantic comedy is perfect for fans of The Hating Game and Booksmart.
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She Drives Me Crazy by Kelly Quindlen
What Happens at the Lake by Vi Keeland
I Kissed Shara Wheeler by Casey McQuiston
Paper Princess by Erin Watt
Bully by Penelope Douglas
Empire of Desire by Rina Kent
Field Notes on Love by Jennifer E. Smith
The Beautiful and Damned by F. Scott Fitzgerald
Radha & Jai's Recipe for Romance by Nisha Sharma
As If on Cue by Marisa Kanter
The Summer I Turned Pretty Trilogy by Jenny Han








