Best Young Adult Romance Books

A heart-wrenching yet witty tale about Hazel, a terminally ill teen who finds unexpected love in Augustus at a cancer support group. This powerful story explores the beauty and pain of life, love and mortality in a bold, raw, and insightful way.

Follow the journey of two Muslim teens who meet during spring break in this unforgettable romance. Zayneb, the only Muslim in class, is angry at her teacher's hateful remarks towards Muslims. When she gets suspended for confronting him, she heads to her aunt's house in Qatar to try out a newer, "nicer" version of herself. There, she meets Adam, who has stopped going to classes since being diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. Marvel and oddity occur when they meet and start playing roles for others, while keeping their real thoughts locked away in their journals. A bighearted, wildly charming, painfully real love story that you won't forget.

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.

The main character of this book has Severe Combined Immunodeficiency, making her allergic to the world and confined to her house for fifteen years. However, her world changes when her new next door neighbor catches her eye. She learns about him slowly but surely, feeling herself change as she opens up to him. But falling in love with him may not be a good idea. The story explores love, risk-taking, and the desire for everything life has to offer.

This book follows the story of two young adults, Dimple, an aspiring web developer, and Rishi, a firm believer in tradition and arranged marriage. Their parents unintentionally set them up with a summer program intended for them to meet and potentially fall in love. Despite their preconceived notions about each other, Dimple and Rishi find themselves falling for one another in unexpected ways.

Two high schoolers, Natasha and Daniel, cross paths in New York City and fall in love. But with Natasha's family facing deportation, their time together may be limited. As their connection grows stronger, fate seems to have a hand in their future. Winner of multiple awards, this touching story explores the complexities of love, destiny, and the power of the universe.

This novel tells the story of two high school students, Eleanor and Park, who, despite their differences, fall in love. Eleanor's chaotic life, mismatched clothes, and red hair make her stand out while Park hides behind his black t-shirts, headphones, and books. Through late-night conversations and mix tapes, they begin to connect and fall in love, experiencing all the excitement and uncertainty of first love.

Fall in love with the To All the Boys I've Loved Before Paperback Collection. Follow Lara Jean Song as she navigates her teenage years with her secret love letters. Published by New York Times bestselling author Jenny Han, this delightful boxed set includes To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before, P.S. I Still Love You, and Always and Forever, Lara Jean. Experience the heartwarming story of first love, friendship, and self-discovery in this enchanting collection.

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.

Discover a charming and romantic tale set in the beautiful city of Paris. Follow Anna, a senior in high school, as she navigates her new life at a boarding school abroad. She meets Étienne St. Clair, a smart and charming boy with a serious girlfriend, and together they experience a year of romantic near-misses, all leading up to a long-awaited French kiss. Don't miss out on this heart-warming story of young love and adventure.