Book Series · 2 Books

Better Than the Movies Books

In order from Better Than the Movies to Nothing Like the Movies.

The Better Than the Movies series is a set of 2 chapter books by Lynn Painter, published between 2021 and 2024. Most books run about 440 pages.

Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Better Than the Movies

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$858

Book #1 · Chapter Book · 2021

Better Than the Movies

By Lynn Painter

A teen's quest for prom romance leads to unexpected feelings for the boy next door.

354 pages· 87,541 words

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Summary: Liz Buxbaum dreams of a prom date with her longtime crush, Michael, who's back in town. To get his attention, she teams up with her pesky neighbor, Wes. As Liz and Wes plot, unexpected feelings arise, challenging her notions of love and happily-ever-after. Will Liz's heart lead her to the right choice?

In reading order

Better Than the Movies Series

2 books · Published 2021–2024

Better Than the Movies

#1 in Series

Sale price

$858

Better Than the Movies

Chapter Book · 2021

A teen's quest for prom romance leads to unexpected feelings for the boy next door.

#2 in Series

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$1899

Nothing Like the Movies

Chapter Book · 2024

Can Wes win back his lost love with grand gestures, or is it truly over?

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Better Than the Movies series?

There are 2 books in the Better Than the Movies series. It began with Better Than the Movies in 2021, and the newest book, Nothing Like the Movies, was published in 2024.