The Best Falling In Love Books for Kids

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Chapter Book · Ages 14–18 · 1999

A Walk to Remember

By Nicholas Sparks

A rebel and a minister's daughter discover love's power and pain in 1958 Beaufort.

240 pages· 48,110 words· Est. 4.5 hour read

4.2/5 Goodreads · 853,645 ratings

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Summary: In 1958 Beaufort, high school rebel Landon Carter never expected to fall for Jamie, the minister's ethereal daughter. As they navigate their senior year, Jamie reveals the profound depths of love and life, challenging Landon's perceptions. Amidst the sea breeze and lilacs, their unexpected bond faces trials that test their courage and hearts. Will their connection withstand the joys and sorrows that life throws their way? Discover a tale of young love that transcends time and circumstance, where the heart's true strength is unveiled in the most unexpected places.

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Chapter Book · Ages 14–18 · 2012

The Fault in Our Stars

A terminal girl meets a boy who changes her story forever.

318 pages· 65,985 words· Est. 6 hour read

4.1/5 Goodreads · 5,858,394 ratings

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Library Binding

Summary: Hazel, living with a terminal diagnosis, finds her world transformed when Augustus Waters enters her life at a support group. As their bond deepens, they navigate love, life, and the looming shadow of mortality. Will their connection rewrite Hazel's fate, or is it destined to end in heartbreak? Discover a tale that is as funny as it is poignant, exploring the unpredictable journey of being alive and in love.

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Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 2010

The Wide-Awake Princess

By E.D. Baker · Book #1 in the Tales of the Wide-Awake Princess series

Annie must find her sister's true love to break a sleeping curse on the castle.

261 pages· 61,067 words· Est. 7 hour read

4.1/5 Goodreads · 14,264 ratings

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Hardcover

Summary: Princess Annie, immune to magic, is the only one awake after a curse puts her castle to sleep. To save her sister, Sleeping Beauty, she must find true love's kiss. With the help of a guard named Liam, Annie navigates a land of familiar and new fairy tale characters. Is true love the irritating Digby, the charming Prince Andreas, or the scheming Clarence? As Annie races against time, she might just discover her own heart's desire. Can she unravel the mystery and awaken her family before it's too late?

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Chapter Book · Ages 12–18 · 1998

If You Come Softly

By Jacqueline Woodson · Book #1 in the If You Come Softly series

Love defies boundaries, but tragedy tests its strength.

181 pages

4.0/5 Goodreads · 12,763 ratings

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Summary: At Percy Academy, Ellie and Miah find solace in each other's arms, defying societal expectations. As they navigate the complexities of race and family, their love faces an unimaginable test. When a tragic event shatters their world, Ellie must confront the harsh realities of loss and prejudice. Can love endure when the world seems determined to tear it apart?

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Chapter Book · Ages 13–17 · 2016

The Sun Is Also a Star

By Nicola Yoon

Two teens' unexpected love faces the ticking clock of deportation.

Coretta Scott King/John Steptoe New Talent Award (2017)National Book Award for Young People's Literature Finalist (2016)Michael L. Printz Honor (2017)

344 pages· 66,509 words· Est. 6 hour read

4.0/5 Goodreads · 364,046 ratings

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Hardcover

Summary: Natasha, a science-minded realist, faces deportation in hours. Daniel, a dreamer bound by family expectations, believes fate brought them together. As their worlds collide on a New York street, they must navigate love, destiny, and the universe's plans. Can they change their future in a single day?

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Chapter Book · Ages 14–18 · 1982

Annie on My Mind

By Nancy Garden

A secret love tests Liza's honesty and courage.

234 pages· 60,151 words· Est. 5.5 hour read

4.0/5 Goodreads · 56,917 ratings

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Mass Market Paperback

Summary: Liza's world turns upside down when she falls for Annie, a love that brings joy and confusion. As her mother demands the truth about their relationship, Liza faces a dilemma: protect her heart or reveal her secret. With emotions running high, Liza must navigate the complexities of love and honesty, knowing that one wrong move could change everything. Will she find the courage to be true to herself, or will fear keep her silent?

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Chapter Book · Ages 14–18 · 1948

I Capture the Castle

By Dodie Smith

A teen's journal unveils family chaos and unexpected love in a crumbling castle.

408 pages· 126,583 words· Est. 11.5 hour read

4.0/5 Goodreads · 118,368 ratings

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Hardcover

Summary: Seventeen-year-old Cassandra Mortmain chronicles six tumultuous months in her family's life within a decaying Suffolk castle. As they navigate poverty and eccentricity, Cassandra's heart is unexpectedly captured. Will love bring salvation or further turmoil? Discover the secrets hidden within her journal and the fate of the Mortmain family in this timeless tale of wit and adventure.

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Chapter Book · Ages 14–18 · 2005

Looking for Alaska

By John Green

A boarding school adventure leads to love, loss, and life's ultimate questions.

Michael L. Printz Award (2006)

256 pages· 69,004 words· Est. 6.5 hour read

4.0/5 Goodreads · 1,780,996 ratings

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Library Binding

Summary: Miles Halter leaves his mundane life for Culver Creek, seeking the 'Great Perhaps.' There, he meets the enigmatic Alaska Young, whose allure and mystery captivate him. As friendships form and pranks unfold, a tragic event forces Miles to confront profound questions about life, love, and mortality. Will he find the answers he seeks, or will he remain lost in Alaska's labyrinth? This journey of discovery and heartbreak explores the impact one life can have on another, leaving readers pondering the meaning of it all.

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Chapter Book · Ages 14–18 · 2011

Delirium

By Lauren Oliver · Book #1 in the Delirium series

In a world where love is a disease, Lena faces a choice that could change everything.

480 pages· 114,476 words· Est. 10.5 hour read

4.0/5 Goodreads · 481,793 ratings

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Library Binding

Summary: In a society where love is outlawed, Lena Haloway eagerly awaits the Cure to ensure a safe, predictable life. But with just ninety-five days until her procedure, she meets Alex, a mysterious boy from the Wilds. As they grow closer, Lena must confront the terrifying possibility of falling in love and the dangerous consequences that follow. Will she choose safety or risk everything for a forbidden emotion? Dive into a world where the heart's desires clash with society's demands, and discover what happens when love becomes the ultimate rebellion.

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Chapter Book · Ages 14–18 · 2005

Twilight

By Stephenie Meyer · Book #1 in the The Twilight Saga series

A girl and a vampire's love teeters between desire and danger.

498 pages· 117,732 words· Est. 11 hour read

3.7/5 Goodreads · 7,480,546 ratings

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Hardcover

Summary: Isabella Swan's life changes when she moves to rainy Forks and meets Edward Cullen, a mysterious vampire. As their connection deepens, Isabella is drawn into a world of thrilling danger and forbidden desire. With Edward's secret at risk, their love hangs in the balance, teetering on the edge of peril. Can they navigate the treacherous path between instinct and longing, or will their passion lead to destruction? Dive into a suspenseful romance where every heartbeat counts.

The Best Falling In Love Books for Kids

Our 10 Favorite Books About Falling In Love

A Walk to Remember

The Fault in Our Stars

The Wide-Awake Princess

If You Come Softly

The Sun Is Also a Star

Annie on My Mind

I Capture the Castle

Looking for Alaska

Delirium

Twilight

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