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16 Childhood Friends-to-Lovers Books
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items 16 Heartwarming Childhood Friends-to-Lovers Books to Fall in Love With
Macy and Elliot’s love story is built on childhood moments, books, and a friendship that turns into something more — until one fateful night changes everything. Years later, they reunite, and old feelings resurface in this beautifully emotional secon...
Love and Other Words by Christina Lauren
A summerhouse, childhood summers spent together, and a love that quietly blooms — this novel explores the bittersweet journey of two friends who always seemed destined for more. But life, tragedy, and time stand in their way.
The Infinity Between Us
Belly has spent every summer with Conrad and Jeremiah at Cousins Beach, but this summer, everything changes. With a love triangle, heartache, and the magic of first love, this series is an emotional rollercoaster.
The Summer I Turned Pretty by Jenny Han
Persephone and Sam were inseparable every summer at the lake. But one mistake tore them apart. Years later, they get a second chance, bringing back all the love and regrets they tried to leave behind.
EVERY SUMMER AFTER
Finn and Iris have been best friends forever. But when life pulls them apart, and they meet again as adults, they must decide if their friendship is worth the risk of something more.
Finn Rhodes Forever: A Spicy Romance
A heartbreaking yet beautiful tale of Rune and Poppy, childhood best friends who promise each other forever. When tragedy strikes, their love is tested in ways they never imagined.
A Thousand Boy Kisses
The much-awaited sequel to It Ends with Us gives readers the love story between Lily and Atlas — childhood friends who were separated by circumstance but find their way back to each other.
It Ends With Us: Love and Pain
Callen and Jessica’s love story begins in childhood, built on music, dreams, and quiet moments of comfort. When they meet again years later, they must face the past to find their way to a future together.
MORE THAN WORDS
Oliver and Sydney were childhood best friends until he was kidnapped and gone for years. When he returns, their bond remains, but love is a new territory they must navigate together.
Lotus: A Feline's Guide to Pampered Living
Bree and Nathan have been best friends forever. She’s secretly in love with him, but he’s a famous football player with a public image to maintain. A fake dating scenario forces them to confront their true feelings in this lighthearted and sweet roma...
The Cheat Sheet: A Romantic Comedy
Lily and Lo grew up together, sharing everything — including their darkest secrets. Their relationship is built on mutual dependence, but can it grow into something healthy and real?
Addicted to You
Dawson and Amanda were childhood sweethearts torn apart by fate. Years later, they reunite, rekindling a love that never really faded. Sparks’ signature emotional storytelling makes this one unforgettable.
THE BEST OF ME (A FORMAT)
Poppy and Alex have been best friends forever, always taking their annual summer trips together. But after one awkward night, their friendship changes — until Poppy decides to fix what’s broken.
People We Meet On Vacation
Matt and Grace were college best friends who lost touch over the years. When Matt sees Grace again in a subway, all the old emotions rush back in this beautifully nostalgic second-chance romance.
Before We Were Strangers: A Love Story
A childhood crush turned enemies-to-lovers romance, this book follows Nico and Elizabeth as they navigate fame, misunderstandings, and the unresolved feelings they’ve carried for years.
Friends Without Benefits: An Unrequited Romance
A small-town romance featuring childhood trauma, healing, and love, this book follows Bree and Archer as they find solace in each other. It’s a slow-burn, emotional read that will stay with you.
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