Books About Summer Romance

The Best Summer Romance Books for Kids

Looking for excellent children's books about summer romance? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.

The Shortlist

Our 3 Favorite Books About Summer Romance

We Were Liars
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$1398
Chapter Book · Ages 12–18 · 2014

We Were Liars

By E. Lockhart · Book #1 in the We Were Liars series

A private island, a secretive family, and a friendship that turns destructive. What truth lies beneath the lies?

242 pages· 49,420 words· Est. 4.5 hour read
3.7 Goodreads · 1,484,028 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: On a secluded island, a brilliant but troubled girl and her friends, known as the Liars, face a summer of secrets and betrayal. As their friendship unravels, a mysterious accident and hidden truths threaten to shatter their world. What really happened, and who can be trusted? Dive into a suspenseful tale where love and lies intertwine, leaving you questioning everything.
Meet Me at Sunset
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$1697
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2025

Meet Me at Sunset

Summer plans unravel as unexpected guests and new feelings complicate a girl's quest for love.

160 pages· 32,904 words· Est. 4.5 hour read
3.7 Goodreads · 124 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Julie’s summer plan to win over her crush, James, is derailed when her parents invite Sophia to their beach house. As Julie navigates this surprise, she finds herself drawn to a new friend, Liam, who might feel the same way. With Sophia's presence complicating matters, Julie must untangle her feelings for both James and Liam. Can she find clarity amidst the chaos, or will this summer be a total disaster? Dive into a whirlwind of emotions and unexpected connections in this charming tween rom-com.
The Summer I Turned Pretty
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$1139
Chapter Book · Ages 13–17 · 2009

The Summer I Turned Pretty

A summer of change challenges old bonds and ignites new feelings.

304 pages· 49,938 words· Est. 4.5 hour read
3.8 Goodreads · 864,334 ratings
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Summary: Belly's summers are magical, defined by the beach house and the boys she's known forever, Jeremiah and Conrad. This summer, everything shifts. As friendships blur into something more, Belly faces a season of transformation. Will the changes bring her closer to what she truly desires, or will they unravel the ties that bind them? Dive into a summer where every moment counts, and nothing is as it seems.