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The Best Romance Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about 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.

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Far from the Tree
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Chapter Book · Ages 13–18 · 2020

The Inheritance Games

By Jennifer Lynn Barnes · Book #1 in the The Inheritance Games series

A mysterious inheritance thrusts Avery into a deadly game of secrets and survival.

386 pages· 87,899 words· Est. 8 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 1,136,935 ratings
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Summary: Avery Grambs' life flips when she inherits a billionaire's fortune, but there's a catch: she must solve the riddles of Hawthorne House. With the disinherited Hawthorne grandsons watching her every move, Avery navigates a world of wealth, danger, and secrets. Can she unravel the mystery before it's too late?
Chapter Book · Ages 14–18 · 2022

The Girl Who Fell Beneath the Sea

Mina must awaken the Sea God to stop deadly storms and save her world.

325 pages
4.1/5 Goodreads · 101,472 ratings
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Summary: Mina sacrifices herself to save her brother, plunging into the sea to become the Sea God's bride. In the Spirit Realm, she discovers the Sea God trapped in an enchanted sleep. With time running out, Mina, aided by the enigmatic Shin and a band of spirits, must awaken him to end the storms ravaging her homeland. Can she succeed before it's too late, or will dark forces thwart her quest?
Chapter Book · Ages 14–18 · 2017

Strange the Dreamer

A lost city, a haunting past, and a dreamer on a quest for truth.

532 pages· 149,477 words· Est. 14 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 138,773 ratings
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Summary: Lazlo Strange, a war orphan and librarian, dreams of the lost city of Weep. When a chance arises to join the Godslayer and legendary warriors, he must confront the city's dark secrets. What severed Weep from the world two centuries ago? Who is the mysterious blue-skinned goddess haunting his dreams? As Lazlo embarks on this epic journey, he faces a world of nightmares and wonders, where love and carnage intertwine. Will he uncover the truth or lose his dream forever? The answers lie in the shadows of Weep.
Chapter Book · Ages 14–18 · 2020

Furia

A young soccer star must defy family expectations to chase her dreams and navigate a complicated love.

368 pages· 74,369 words· Est. 7 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 15,602 ratings
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Summary: In Rosario, Argentina, Camila Hassan leads a double life. At home, she's a dutiful daughter under her father's strict rule. On the soccer field, she's La Furia, a rising star. When her team qualifies for a major tournament, Camila faces a dilemma: pursue her dreams or adhere to her family's expectations. Complicating matters, her former love, now an international soccer sensation, returns. As Camila battles for her future, she must confront secrets and decide if love or ambition will guide her path. Will she break free and claim her destiny, or will her dreams remain out of reach?
Chapter Book · Ages 12–18 · 2018

Five Feet Apart

Two teens fall in love but must stay apart to survive. Can love bridge the distance between them?

304 pages· 61,382 words· Est. 5.5 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 264,195 ratings
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Summary: Stella and Will, both battling cystic fibrosis, must keep a safe distance to protect their fragile health. Stella's life depends on a lung transplant, while Will dreams of freedom beyond hospital walls. As their connection deepens, the mandated six feet apart feels like a cruel barrier. Can they risk everything for a chance at love, or will the distance keep them safe but heartbroken? Discover if five feet apart is worth the risk in this poignant tale of love and survival.
Chapter Book · Ages 13–18 · 2017

Far from the Tree

Three teens, connected by blood, navigate adoption, family secrets, and belonging.

374 pages· 88,170 words· Est. 8 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 50,287 ratings
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Summary: Grace, adopted at birth, discovers she's a middle child after giving up her own baby. She seeks her biological siblings: Maya, a spirited sister questioning her place, and Joaquin, a guarded brother wary of family ties after years in foster care. As they confront their pasts, they must redefine what family truly means. Can they find connection amidst secrets and fears?
Chapter Book · Ages 14–18 · 1999

A Walk to Remember

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 · 852,340 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.
Chapter Book · Ages 15–18 · 2015

A Court of Thorns and Roses

A huntress faces a deadly faerie world and a growing dark threat.

419 pages· 129,432 words· Est. 12 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 4,492,968 ratings
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Summary: Nineteen-year-old huntress Feyre kills a wolf, triggering a chain of events that drags her into a perilous faerie realm. Captured by the enigmatic Tamlin, her icy hostility melts into passion. But as an ancient evil looms, Feyre must confront her deepest fears to save Tamlin and his world. Can she unravel the truth before darkness consumes everything?
Chapter Book · Ages 13–18 · 2016

Radio Silence

A podcast shatters their world, forcing them to confront identity and secrets.

474 pages
4.2/5 Goodreads · 131,277 ratings
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Summary: Frances, a dedicated student, meets Aled, the quiet genius behind her favorite podcast. As their friendship blossoms, the podcast's viral success threatens to unravel their bond. Frances must face her past and the mystery of Carys's disappearance, while Aled battles his own hidden struggles. In a world pushing them towards conformity, they must find the courage to reveal their true selves. Will they break free from expectations or succumb to radio silence? This coming-of-age tale explores identity, pressure, and the quest for authenticity.
Chapter Book · Ages 13–18 · 2017

Eliza and Her Monsters

An online creator's secret identity is exposed, threatening her world and newfound offline connections.

420 pages· 76,968 words· Est. 7 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 65,586 ratings
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Summary: Eliza Mirk, a shy teen, secretly runs a famous webcomic. Her online world is perfect until Wallace, a new student, challenges her to embrace real life. When her identity is revealed, Eliza's carefully crafted world unravels, risking her art, friendships, and sanity. Can she find balance between her digital fame and the real world?
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Romance Picture Books

Illustrated read-alouds about romance for preschool and elementary-age readers.

King Hugo's Huge Ego

Ages 3–7 · 2011

A tiny king's ego grows until a spell makes his head swell. Can he be brought down to earth?

Sir Morien

Ages 4–8 · 2023

A knight's quest to find his father leads to unexpected alliances and discoveries.

Merlin and the Making of the King

Ages 9–12 · 2004

A young king faces dark forces threatening his reign. Can he triumph over them?

Love Is Walking Hand in Hand

Ages 4–10 · 1965

Discover love's essence through everyday moments with the Peanuts gang.

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Romance Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about romance for developing and independent readers.

Love from A to Z

Ages 14–18 · 2019

Two teens meet on spring break, hiding secrets and seeking truth in a world of marvels and oddities.

All the Bright Places

Ages 14–18 · 2015

Two teens meet on a ledge, changing each other's lives forever.

A Very Large Expanse of Sea
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A Very Large Expanse of Sea

Ages 13–18 · 2018

A Muslim teen navigates prejudice and first love post-9/11.

The Cruel Prince

Ages 12–18 · 2018

A mortal girl defies a cruel faerie prince to survive court intrigues and looming war.

Yolk

Ages 14–18 · 2021

Estranged sisters must reunite and swap identities to face life-threatening challenges.

The Testing

Ages 12–18 · 2013

Survive the deadly Testing or lose everything in a dystopian future.

Red Queen

Ages 13–18 · 2015

A common girl with hidden powers must navigate a deadly royal intrigue where betrayal is the only certainty.

The Sun Is Also a Star
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The Sun Is Also a Star

Ages 13–17 · 2016

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

Everything, Everything

Ages 12–18 · 2015

A girl allergic to the world risks everything for a forbidden love next door.

Just One Day
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Just One Day

Ages 14–18 · 2013

A spontaneous trip to Paris changes everything in just one day.

Daughter of Smoke & Bone

Ages 14–18 · 2011

A young artist's mysterious past ignites a war between worlds.

Anna and the French Kiss
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Anna and the French Kiss

Ages 12–18 · 2010

Can Anna navigate love and friendship at a Parisian boarding school?

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