Jenny Han’s The Summer I Turned Pretty trilogy is a coming-of-age story about first love and self-discovery, set against the backdrop of an idyllic summer getaway. Whether you know about the books from the recent Prime Video adaptation or you’re a longtime fan of the series, there’s no denying that The Summer I Turned Pretty has something for everyone.
If you’re looking for more books to read that are similar to The Summer I Turned Pretty, look no further! Here are five recommendations that are sure to satisfy your summer reading cravings.
If the Taylor Swift songs featuring in the Prime Video adaptation of The Summer I Turned Pretty were specifically the reason you picked up the book in the first place, then you need to read The Summer of Broken Rules by K.L. Walther.
Inspired by Taylor Swift’s discography, The Summer of Broken Rules tells the story of Meredith Fox, a small-town girl who, after getting dumped by her boyfriend, decides to spend the summer in Martha’s Vineyard with her family.
While there, Meredith unexpectedly finds herself drawn to a cute groomsman who just so happens to be her target in the family’s annual game of assassin. Will Meredith be able to stick to the rules, or will she let love get in the way?
Rika’s life has always been like a fairy tale. After all, she’s an orphan who’s always working for her aunts and has to deal with two cousins who also happen to be named after Disney characters. So when Rika finally locks eyes with Grace Kimura during the Nikkei Week Festival, she’s determined that Grace is her long-lost mother.
Along the way, Rika bonds with Henry Chen, a cute actor who agrees to help her look for clues about Grace. But the real world is unkind, and Rika’s fairy tale fantasies might just lead to disappointment. From Little Tokyo, with Love is a heartwarming story about family, identity, and learning to accept the truth.
Like The Summer I Turned Pretty, The Sun Is Also a Star is a story about two people who are meant to be together, despite the odds.
Natasha Kingsley is a practical girl who doesn’t believe in fate or destiny. All she wants is to avoid getting deported back to Jamaica so she can continue living in New York with her family. Enter Daniel Bae, a Korean-American boy who’s on his way to an interview that could determine his future.
When the two meet by chance, they feel deeply connected and decide to spend the day together. But as the clock ticks down, they both know that their time is running out. The Sun Is Also a Star is a beautiful and poignant read about young love and learning to appreciate life’s little moments.
Auden West is a lot like Belly from The Summer I Turned Pretty. She’s always been the good girl, the one who does what she’s supposed to do. But when Auden’s parents get divorced, and she’s forced to spend the summer with her dad, she starts to rebel.
She meets Eli, a boy who’s been kicked out of boarding school and is spending the summer working at his mom’s hotel. The two bond over their love of riding bikes and staying up all night, and Auden starts to realize that she might not be as boring as she thought.
Along For The Ride is a coming-of-age story about taking risks, stepping out of your comfort zone, and learning to live life on your own terms.
Matt and Grace were college sweethearts who shared a whirlwind romance. But after a tragic accident tore them apart, they went their separate ways and never looked back.
Until one day, out of the blue, Matt spots Grace on a New York City subway platform and feels compelled to speak to her. As they catch up on the past decade, they both realize that they’ve never forgotten each other.
Before We Were Strangers is a beautiful dual-narrative love story about second chances and learning to forgive yourself for your mistakes. If you’re a fan of The Summer I Turned Pretty, then you’re sure to fall in love with this novel.
Final Thoughts
The Summer I Turned Pretty is a classic coming-of-age story with a touch of romance. If you’re looking for more books that are similar in genre, then be sure to check out the five titles on this list. From heartwarming tales of young love to coming-of-age stories about self-discovery, these books are sure to appeal to fans of The Summer I Turned Pretty.
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