7 Romantic Books That Embody the Essence of Springtime

Today is the first day of spring, and we're in a good mood because the season always bring positive energy, from the vibrant blossoms of nature to the clear skies and warm temperatures. Of course, that also means we'd like our book picks to match.

Below, discover seven romantic books we love that scream springtime energy.

Romancing Mister Bridgerton by Julia Quinn

Compared to other series in the Bridgerton franchise, Penelope Featherington and Colin Bridgerton's romance screams wholesome spring. It's light and easy with their longtime childhood friends-to-lovers arc. And, much like the Netflix adaptation suggests, the atmosphere of the story is filled with pastel fabrics and sparkling winds.

 

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Better Than the Movies by Lynn Painter

We associate springtime with happiness, and that's pretty much our idea of a '00s-inspired rom-com. Lynn Painter's Better Than the Movies recreates the feeling in the protagonist Liz Buxbaum, a hopeless romantic with a longtime crush on Michael, the boy next door. When he moves back into town, Liz is determined to win his heart and finally get her happily ever after.

 

Picking Daisies on Sundays by Liana Cincotti

Daniella Daisy Maria loves love—and also her best friend, Levi. Unfortunately for Daniella, the feelings weren't reciprocated, thus causing her to end all contact with him. Four years later, the pair have a chance meeting, and Levi tasks Daniella with being his fake girlfriend for his sister's wedding. You'll have to continue reading to see if Daniella will regret Levi entering her life again, or it could be a second chance at something beautiful.

 

The Strawberry Patch Pancake House by Laurie Gilmore

Laurie Gilmore's Dream Harbor series has a book for almost every season. The Pumpkin Spice Café and The Cinnamon Bun Book Store for fall. The Christmas Tree Farm for winter. Now, we have The Strawberry Patch Pancake House for spring.

In this fourth installment, you'll meet single father and chef Archer. As he gets accustomed to life in Dream Harbor, he meets Iris, who soon becomes the nanny to his daughter. They might have more in common than they'd expect.

 

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First-Time Caller by B.K. Borison

And when you couldn't get enough of rom-com flicks, B.K. Borison's First-Time Caller is a literal retelling of Sleepless in Seattle.

Aiden Valentine is a jaded host of a slowly dwindling romance hotline, but when a young girl requests advice for her mother (Lucie Stone), Aiden's show goes viral. Lucie now must face her new life in the limelight, but with Aiden by her side, things might just be all right.

 

Funny Story by Emily Henry

Daphne is on her way to marriage with Peter. On the surface, he's the perfect guy, always telling their meet-cute with love in his eyes. But Daphne realizes it was all a guise—and he wasn't over his childhood best friend, Petra.

Now single, Daphne is stranded and finds a roommate (and shoulder to cry on) in Petra's ex, Miles. It turns out Daphne and Miles may be even more compatible than she ever was with Peter.

 

To All the Boys I've Loved Before by Jenny Han

If you loved the Netflix film, the book is even better. You learn even more about Lara Jean Song-Covey and her endearing dynamic with her two sisters, Kitty and Margot. Of course, Peter Kavinsky manages to be the ultimate book boyfriend. Jenny Han and the team did a great job with the soundtrack because it feels exactly like "I Like Me Better" by Lauv.

 

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