Books About Romania

The Best Romania Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about romania? 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 10 Favorite Books About Romania

Night
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$1235
Chapter Book · Ages 14–18 · 1956

Night

By Elie Wiesel, Marion Wiesel (Translator) · Book #1 in the Night Trilogy series

A teenager's harrowing survival in Nazi death camps challenges humanity's darkest depths.

120 pages· 31,141 words· Est. 3 hour read
4.4 Goodreads · 1,404,688 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: In the chilling memoir 'Night,' a young boy endures the horrors of Nazi concentration camps. As he navigates the brutality of Auschwitz and Buchenwald, he grapples with profound questions about humanity and survival. This powerful account not only recounts the daily terror but also delves into the philosophical implications of the Holocaust. Will his story ensure the world never forgets the depths of man's inhumanity?
Wildwood Dancing
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$1597
Chapter Book · Ages 12–18 · 2006

Wildwood Dancing

By Juliet Marillier · Book #1 in the Wildwood series

A hidden portal, a dangerous love, and a cousin's dark motives threaten Jena's world.

407 pages· 111,868 words· Est. 10.5 hour read
4.1 Goodreads · 33,109 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: In the Transylvanian woods, Jena and her sisters secretly visit the magical Other Kingdom. When their father falls ill, cousin Cezar arrives, casting a shadow over their enchanted nights. As Jena's sister falls for a perilous creature, Jena must confront Cezar's tightening grip. With her home and the Other Kingdom at risk, Jena faces trials of trust and love. Can she protect everything she holds dear?
I Must Betray You
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$1348
Chapter Book · Ages 12–+ · 2022

I Must Betray You

By Ruta Sepetys

A young writer must choose between betrayal and rebellion in a crumbling communist regime.

336 pages· 56,311 words· Est. 6.5 hour read
4.4 Goodreads · 108,403 ratings
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Summary: In 1989 Romania, Cristian dreams of writing but is coerced into spying by the secret police. Faced with a harrowing choice, he must either betray his loved ones or subvert a tyrannical regime. As the revolution looms, Cristian risks everything to reveal the truth and fight for freedom. Will his courage ignite change, or will the cost be too great?
The Story That Cannot Be Told
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$1697
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2019

The Story That Cannot Be Told

By J. Kasper Kramer

A girl must tell a dangerous story to save her family during Romania's final Communist days.

384 pages· 75,808 words· Est. 10.5 hour read
4.2 Goodreads · 1,280 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: In 1989 Romania, young Ileana is sent to live with unknown grandparents to escape the secret police. Her uncle's disappearance after publishing a forbidden story haunts her. As danger looms, Ileana must find her voice and tell a story that could save her family and village. Can she navigate the treacherous world of spies and secrets to protect those she loves?
Nadia
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$1697
Picture Book · Ages 6–9 · 2016

Nadia

By Karlin Gray, Christine Davenier (Illustrator)

A young gymnast's journey from small-town Romania to Olympic history.

32 pages· 968 words· Est. 8 min read-aloud
5.2/7 Bookroo·4.0/5 Goodreads · 526 ratings
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Summary: Follow a fearless young gymnast as she climbs from the forests of Romania to the world stage, achieving perfect scores at the Olympics. Discover the imperfect moments that shaped her path to greatness.
Jessica's Guide to Dating on the Dark Side
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$1615
Chapter Book · Ages 14–+ · 2000

Jessica's Guide to Dating on the Dark Side

By Beth Fantaskey · Book #1 in the Jessica series

A teen discovers she's a vampire princess and must stop a global vampire war.

351 pages· 91,037 words· Est. 8.5 hour read
3.8 Goodreads · 42,699 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Jessica Packwood's life flips when Lucius, a mysterious exchange student, reveals she's a vampire princess and his betrothed. As she navigates her new identity, a cunning cheerleader threatens to steal Lucius, igniting a battle for his heart and the fate of the vampire world. Can Jessica embrace her royal destiny and prevent a looming war, or will she lose everything, including Lucius's soul?
Mrs. Jeepers' Batty Vacation
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$474
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 1997

Mrs. Jeepers' Batty Vacation

By Debbie Dadey, Marcia Thornton Jones, John Steven Gurney (Illustrator) · The Adventures of the Bailey School Kids Super Specials series

Are Mrs. Jeepers' Transylvanian relatives vampires?

112 pages· 9,585 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
3.9 Goodreads · 282 ratings
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Summary: Join the Bailey School Kids on a thrilling trip to the Transylvanian Alps, where Mrs. Jeepers' eccentric relatives reside. Could they be vampires? Unravel the mystery with puzzles and activities, and discover the truth behind the legends. Adventure and intrigue await in this spine-tingling journey.
Elly
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$674
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2007

Elly

By Elly Gross

A survivor's journey unfolds.

103 pages
3.8 Goodreads · 1,375 ratings
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Summary: In a world where survival is uncertain, one individual's journey reveals the depths of human resilience. As challenges mount, will they find the strength to endure and overcome? Discover the unexpected twists that test their limits and redefine what it means to survive.
Fangs for Having Us!
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$1697
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2021

Fangs for Having Us!

By Nancy Krulik, Harry Briggs (Illustrator) · Ms. Frogbottom's Field Trips series

A class trip to Romania leads to a vampire encounter at Dracula's castle.

144 pages
4.0 Goodreads · 24 ratings
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Summary: Ms. Frogbottom's class embarks on a thrilling field trip to Romania, where a visit to Dracula's castle turns into an unexpected adventure. As they navigate the eerie halls, the students come face to fang with vampires, bats, and the legendary count himself. Will they manage to escape unscathed, or will they need to rescue themselves from the clutches of these mythical creatures? This journey promises not only a lesson in geography but also a test of courage and wit.
Beet Juice Buddies
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$2152
Chapter Book · Ages 5–7 · 2018

Beet Juice Buddies

By Blake Hoena, Dave Bardin (Illustrator) · Monster Heroes series

A vampire vacation turns tricky when Mina must hide her secret and save tourists from becoming dinner.

26 pages· 910 words· Est. 16 min read
3.7 Goodreads · 6 ratings
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Summary: Mina, a vampire with a taste for beet juice over blood, faces a daunting vacation in Transylvania. As she navigates her family's homeland, she must conceal her unusual diet from Dracula's descendant and save unsuspecting tourists from a perilous fate. With her friends far away, can Mina rely on the Monster Heroes to help her out of this sticky situation? The stakes are high, and Mina's secret is at risk. Will she manage to keep her true nature hidden and protect the innocent, or will her vacation turn into a nightmare?
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