Teen Romance Novels

Last updated: June 30, 2026

Looking for a little romance? From beachy summer flings to intense and emotional first loves, from crushing to dating, this list is sure to have something to satisfy the budding romantic. Some of these top-rated titles are edgier than others, making them ripe for discussion about issues of obsession, jealousy, betrayal, sexual identity, and consent. For other romantic reads, from historical fiction to paranormal and otherworldly, check out out these lists: Love Stories: Classic Romance Tales and Romantic Fantasy Books for Teens.

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Cruel Summer book cover: Four teenage girls walking side by side, chatting and smiling, each with distinct outfits and styles

BOOK

Cruel Summer: The Taylors, Version 2

age 12+

Sweet summer adventures in sequel about Swiftie besties.

Elizabeth Eulberg Contemporary Fiction (2026)

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From Twinkle, with Love

age 12+

Sparkling romantic comedy has lots to say about friendship.

Sandhya Menon Coming of Age (2018)

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Geekerella: Once Upon a Con, Book 1

age 12+

Charming "Cinderella" update set in world of sci-fi fandom.

Ashley Poston Romance (2017)

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BOOK

Kisses and Croissants

age 12+

American ballerina finds love in sweet romance set in Paris.

Anne-Sophie Jouhanneau Romance (2021)

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Like No Other

age 12+

Cross-cultural teen love story is heartfelt, enlightening.

Una LaMarche Contemporary Fiction (2014)

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Love Stories book cover: Four young women stand together at a lively dance party, smiling and chatting; they're dressed in colorful, stylish outfits

BOOK

Love Stories: The Taylors, Version 1

age 12+

Love, drama in fun tale of Swiftie besties in high school.

Elizabeth Eulberg Contemporary Fiction (2025)

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More Than This book cover: Black woman with purple flower in hair, Black man kissing her hand, before a carriage and house

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More Than This: The Davenports, Book 2

age 12+

Teen girls find purpose in inspiring historical romance.

Krystal Marquis Historical Fiction (2024)

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Of Curses and Kisses book cover: A red rose with a gem in the middle, surrounded by pink and red leaves

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Of Curses and Kisses: Rosetta Academy, Book 1

age 12+

Sparkling modern retelling of "Beauty and the Beast."

Sandhya Menon Coming of Age (2020)

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Of Dreams and Destiny book cover: Illustration of an old fashioned key against a purple and blue paisley background

BOOK

Of Dreams and Destiny

age 12+

Mystery and romance in charming Sleeping Beauty update.

Sandhya Menon Coming of Age (2023)

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BOOK

P.S. I Like You

age 12+

Charming contemporary romance hits all the right notes.

Kasie West Contemporary Fiction (2016)

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BOOK

Pulled Under: Sixteenth Summer, Book 2

age 12+

Surfer girl fears first-love wipeout in sweet romance.

Michelle Dalton Romance (2014)

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Run Away With Me book cover: Two teen boys kissing and the cityscape of Rome

BOOK

Run Away with Me

age 12+

Gorgeous tale of teen boys' '80s Roman romance.

Brian Selznick Romance (2025)

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BOOK

Since You've Been Gone

age 12+

Charming summer story encourages taking risks, finding love.

Morgan Matson Contemporary Fiction (2014)

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BOOK

Sophomores and Other Oxymorons

age 12+

Funny, charming look at ups and downs of boy's second year.

David Lubar Humor (2015)

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Black couple in foreground; three Black women in background, in bright yellow early 20th century outfits

BOOK

The Davenports

age 12+

Teen girls come of age in exciting historical romance.

Krystal Marquis Romance (2023)

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The Encanto's Daughter book cover: Elaborate swirly gold crown with pearls, with purple background and flowers

BOOK

The Encanto's Daughter

age 12+

Filipino myth, murder, romance in magical fairy-queen debut.

Melissa de la Cruz Fantasy (2024)

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BOOK

The Geography of You and Me

age 12+

Sweet, smart romance is perfect vacation reading.

Jennifer E. Smith Romance (2014)

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The Leaving Room book cover: Silhouette of the head of a teenage Black girl set against a background of mosaic swirls in blue and gold

BOOK

The Leaving Room

age 12+

Haunting, complex, extraordinary story of loss and love.

Amber McBride Contemporary Fiction (2025)

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BOOK

The Upside of Falling

age 12+

Fake dating turns real and opposites attract in fun romance.

Alex Light Romance (2020)

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BOOK

There's Something About Sweetie

age 12+

It's what's on the inside that matters in sweet romcom.

Sandhya Menon Coming of Age (2019)

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