The 10 Best Teen Romance Books

Updated March 24, 2018 by Vann Vicente

We spent 28 hours on research, videography, and editing, to review the top options for this wiki. Whether you're a young adult looking for relatable depictions of relationships among people your age, or you're a grown-up who wants to relive your adolescence through tales of youthful passion, these teen romance books will make you laugh, cry, and swoon. In addition to being love stories, many of these novels also explore the complicated and confusing process of growing up. When users buy our independently chosen editorial picks, we may earn commissions to support our work. Skip to the best teen romance book on Amazon.

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10. Twilight Saga

While these girl-meets-vampire novels' reputations remain contentious, the Twilight Saga is, nevertheless, one of the most popular entries in the genre. In fact, Stephenie Meyer's pop culture phenomenon is still the highest-selling series of all time.

Includes an extra novella
Elegant white box set
Lackluster writing

Brand	imusti
Model	pending
Weight	4 pounds
Rating	4.6 / 5.0

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9. Everything, Everything

Nicole Yoon's debut novel Everything, Everything is the story of Madeline, a girl with a rare genetic disease that makes her unable to go outside the confines of her home. While the twists in the plot are fairly predictable, the writing contains some beautiful imagery.

Charming illustrations
Many quotable lines
Not worth re-reading

Brand	EMBER
Model	pending
Weight	11.2 ounces
Rating	3.9 / 5.0

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8. Every Day

Popular young-adult writer David Levithan's Every Day centers on a character named A — a being that takes over a different body every 24 hours. The chapters that explore the lives of teens from various backgrounds are highly engrossing.

Unique and creative concept
Tends to hook readers in
Disappointing ending

Brand	Ember
Model	pending
Weight	4 ounces
Rating	4.1 / 5.0

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7. The Beginning of Everything

On top of being a relationship drama, The Beginning of Everything is a coming-of-age tale that provides a realistic look at the various obstacles young adults face on the path to becoming a better person. It's an excellent read for high schoolers.

Twists common genre tropes
Great debut book
Tends to drag in the middle

Brand	Katherine Tegen Books
Model	pending
Weight	5.6 ounces
Rating	4.4 / 5.0

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6. 180 Seconds

As the title suggests, 180 Seconds is about how a 3-minute encounter results in two different teenagers forming a deep connection with one another. Many young readers will find its themes of isolation and emotional longing very relatable.

Resonant message
Positive use of social media
Great supporting characters

Brand	Jessica Park
Model	pending
Weight	9.3 ounces
Rating	4.5 / 5.0

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5. Just Juliet

The rare coming-out story that isn't sappy or overly melodramatic, Just Juliet by Charlotte Reagan is an engaging book for straight and LGBT readers alike. Its a tale of love and acceptance that doesn't gloss over important details about being a young lesbian.

Powerful epilogue
Explores family dynamics
Quick read at 222 pages

Brand	CreateSpace Independent
Model	pending
Weight	9.6 ounces
Rating	4.5 / 5.0

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4. Simon vs. The Homo Sapiens Agenda

Not only is Simon vs. The Homo Sapiens Agenda a page-turner but, as the title suggests, it's also a novel about a young gay man's struggles in a not-always sympathetic world. It won an annual award for young adult literature from the American Library Association.

Depicts the process of coming out
Timely subject matter
Interesting subplots

Brand	Balzer Bray Harperteen
Model	pending
Weight	7.2 ounces
Rating	4.7 / 5.0

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3. All the Bright Places

If you don't let the heavy themes of depression and suicide deter you from reading All the Bright Places, you'll be rewarded with a funny and poignant tale of love and loss, all told in Jennifer Niven's compelling writing style.

Fully fleshed-out characters
Widely considered a tearjerker
Plenty of literary references

Brand	Niven Jennifer
Model	pending
Weight	11.2 ounces
Rating	4.8 / 5.0

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2. Eleanor and Park

Eleanor and Park seems like a typical story of two young outcasts finding comfort in each other, but it gets into some pretty serious subject matter such as racism and bullying. Rainbow Rowell's eclectic writing style and affection for her characters make this a must-read.

Many nostalgic details about the 80s
Beautiful cover
Beloved by older readers

Brand	Rainbow Rowell
Model	pending
Weight	14.4 ounces
Rating	4.8 / 5.0

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1. The Fault In Our Stars

Before it was adapted into a heartbreaking box-office hit, The Fault In Our Stars was a massive nationwide bestseller. It tells the story of August and Hazel, two articulate, wisecracking teens who meet through a cancer support group and embark on a powerful romance.

Immersive descriptions of settings
Sharp and witty dialogue
Emotionally charged ending

Brand	John Green
Model	pending
Weight	12.8 ounces
Rating	4.9 / 5.0

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Last updated on March 24, 2018 by Vann Vicente

Vann Vicente is an undergraduate Economics student and writer who lives somewhere in the Eastern Hemisphere. He spends about half of his time watching films and is still smiling about Moonlight's incredible Best Picture victory.

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