Books like Sunkissed by Jenny McLachlan

Twenty‑five year‑old Belly Conklin returns to the family summer home on the coast, where a cancer diagnosis forces her to confront love, loss, and growing up amid the familiar rhythm of beach life.

16-year‑old Lara Jean Covey’s secret love letters are mailed by her sister, turning imagined crushes into real‑life drama.

Lara Jean navigates a new relationship with Peter while a former crush reappears, forcing her to confront love, friendship, and growing up in this heartfelt teen romance sequel.

Amid writer's block and a looming deadline, a skeptical romance novelist and a disenchanted literary author trade their craft: she must write a happy ending, he a Great American Novel, as they race to finish before summer ends.

In Isaac Marion’s debut, R the zombie dreams of life beyond the grave, finds music in Frank Sinatra, rides escalators, and falls in love with a human—making a refreshing, funny, and moving romance through the undead.

Penny lives a double life as the popular blog "GirlOnline," sharing her highs and panic attacks. A family move to New York and a love interest with a hidden secret threaten her online identity and friendships.

A summer family reunion becomes a chance for Taylor to reconnect with her friends and family members as she faces the possibility of her father's terminal illness.

When a New York City blackout brings sixteen‑year‑old Lucy and seventeen‑year‑old Owen together by chance, their connection grows stronger even as they separate geographically over the span of a year.

A witty romp through the halls of a prestigious New York private school, where teenage girls juggle friendship, social climbing, and the ever‑present gossip that shapes their adolescent lives.

Medical resident Claire Rawlings races to work with her two daughters in the car when a sudden illness knocks her out. When she awakens, the girls are gone, and the mystery of their disappearance forces her to confront guilt, a strained marriage, and relentless police inquiries.

In a debt‑bound dystopia, fifteen‑year‑old Speth Jime faces a grim rule: every word costs money. After her friend’s suicide, she preaches silence, sparking a rebellion that threatens her family, her town, and their feudal economy.

A football captain, Jordan Woods is determined to protect her team and her scholarship to a prestigious university. But when a hot new quarterback transfers to her high school, she's forced to face her deepest desires and insecurities.

At elite Waverly Academy, Callie Vernon’s life takes an unexpected turn when her roommate Jenny steals her boyfriend, Easy Walsh. In response, the girls of the newly formed Women of Waverly club uncover secrets and rivalry, setting the stage for fierce competition for status as the school’s next "It Girl."

Karl, a struggling dyslexic boy, seeks help from his girlfriend's author to fulfill a letter request, but discovers a dangerous truth about the author's past that jeopardizes everything he has built in Fiorella's life and in his own. A coming-of-age story of self-discovery and the power of love that will resonate with fans of contemporary YA fiction and those seeking to understand dyslexia.

A young girl's love letters between 13-year-old Bridgette and Cupid help her navigate true love and her parents' struggling marriage, exploring interpersonal relationships and the theme of marriage through a humorous and heartwarming narrative that combines elements of children's fiction and romance.

A collection of short stories that capture teenage love and heart‑break during summer, showcasing the highs and laughs of first romance under sleepy lakesides and bright sun.

A swoony contemporary YA romance by fan-favorite author Kasie West about a girl who finds that a summer spent at a family resort isn't as bad as she imagined . . . and that falling in love is filled with heartache, laughter, and surprises! Avery has always used music as an escape. But after her best friend betrays her, even her perfectly curated playlists can't help her forget what happened. To make matters worse, her parents have dragged her and her social-media-obsessed sister to a remote family camp for two months of "fun." Just when Avery is ready to give up on the summer altogether, she meets Brooks--mysterious, frustratingly charming Brooks--who just happens to be on staff--which means he's off-limits. What starts as a disaster turns into. . . something else. As the outside world falls away, Avery embarks on a journey of self-discovery. And when Brooks offers her the chance of a lifetime, she must figure out how far is she willing to go to find out what she wants and who she wants to be. Fan favorite Kasie West is back with another unforgettable summer romance that reminds us falling in love is full of wonder, heartache, and--most of all--surprises.

Indian teen girl fights for her love interest online.

Teenage romance faces a harsh test when Tim’s drug- and alcohol‑related past resurfaces, threatening the new love he and Alice are building.

Tatum Elsea’s summer begins to rough, yet she refuses to let strict stepmothers or community service derail her ambitions—first a graphic design venture, then a hopeful first date with a charming musician.