Books like Hush, hush by Becca Fitzpatrick

When Emma Sutter thinks her quiet New York City life is predictable, a restless, other‑worldly presence arrives in the halls of her high school, compelling her to reexamine the rules she thought were unbreakable. The newcomer, a fallen angel turned nephilum, hides a dangerous secret: the power that binds them threatens to destroy everything both seeking a normal life. As Emma juggles classes, friendships, and burgeoning romance, the pair wrestles with the consequences of their forbidden love. The novel blends a contemporary teenage drama with supernatural stakes, exploring the delicate balance between personal responsibility and the irresistible pull of destiny. Through sharp dialogue and vivid settings, readers follow Emma and the angel as they confront the judgment of society, the weight of ancient promises, and the true meaning of unwavering loyalty. Hush, Hush invites readers into a world where school desks and celestial forces collide, and where an unlikely couple must decide whether their future is written in the stars or forged in the heart.

First publish date: 2010