Places We've Never Been

Since You've Been Gone

Morgan Matson

A summer story about a shy girl who embarks on an unexpected adventure after receiving a mysterious list of challenges from her outgoing best friend. The novel explores personal growth, friendship, and stepping out of one's comfort zone. It features a similar coming-of-age theme and focuses on a young protagonist discovering herself through unexpected experiences.

The Summer I Turned Pretty

Jenny Han

A beloved coming-of-age story about a teenager experiencing transformative summers at a family beach house. The protagonist navigates family relationships, first love, and personal growth. The novel shares themes of summer experiences, family dynamics, and self-discovery.

Love & Gelato

Jenna Evans Welch

A charming story about a teenage girl who travels to Italy after her mother's death, uncovering family secrets and experiencing personal growth. The protagonist explores a new environment, confronts emotional challenges, and discovers unexpected romance. The novel shares themes of travel, self-discovery, and coming-of-age.

Along for the Ride

Sarah Dessen

A compelling story about a teenager spending a transformative summer with her father, confronting personal challenges and discovering herself. The protagonist navigates family relationships, personal growth, and unexpected romance. The novel shares themes of self-discovery and personal transformation.

The Summer of Broken Rules

K.L. Walther

A heartwarming story about a teenager attending her family's annual wedding week on Martha's Vineyard after experiencing personal loss. The protagonist navigates family dynamics, grief, and unexpected romance while participating in a family tradition. The novel shares themes of family travel, personal discovery, and young love.

Second Chance Summer

Morgan Matson

A poignant story about a family spending one last summer together at their lake house before facing a difficult personal challenge. The novel explores family dynamics, personal growth, and the importance of cherishing moments together. It shares themes of family travel and personal transformation.

The Unexpected Everything

Morgan Matson

A delightful novel about a teenager experiencing an unexpected summer filled with personal growth and surprising connections. The protagonist navigates family dynamics, career challenges, and unexpected romance. The story explores themes of self-discovery and personal transformation.

Summer of '69

Elin Hilderbrand

A nostalgic novel about a family experiencing a transformative summer during a pivotal historical moment. The story explores family dynamics, personal growth, and societal changes. While targeting a slightly older audience, it shares themes of family interactions and personal discovery.

The Rest of the Story

Sarah Dessen

A heartfelt novel about a teenager spending a transformative summer with her deceased mother's family, discovering her roots and herself. The protagonist navigates complex family relationships, personal identity, and unexpected connections. The story explores themes of self-discovery and personal growth similar to the main book.

The Summer of Lost and Found

Mary Alice Monroe

A touching narrative about a young woman spending a transformative summer with her family, dealing with personal and professional challenges. The story explores themes of family support, personal growth, and unexpected opportunities. It resonates with the main book's themes of self-discovery and family dynamics.

Stay Sweet

Siobhan Vivian

A charming story about a teenager managing a family ice cream shop during a transformative summer, learning about business and personal growth. The protagonist navigates professional challenges, family expectations, and personal discovery. The novel explores themes of entrepreneurship and self-development.

Road Tripped

Nicole Markardt

A compelling narrative about a young woman who embarks on a transformative road trip to heal from personal trauma and discover her true self. The story explores themes of self-discovery, healing, and unexpected connections made during travel. It resonates with the main book's themes of personal growth and unexpected journeys.

Save the Date

Morgan Matson

A humorous and heartwarming story about a family's chaotic wedding weekend filled with unexpected events and personal revelations. The protagonist navigates family dynamics, personal challenges, and unexpected connections. The novel shares themes of family interactions and personal growth.

Summer of Salt

Katrina Leno

A magical realism story about two sisters experiencing a transformative summer on a small island, exploring family secrets and personal identity. The novel blends coming-of-age themes with magical elements, focusing on personal growth and unexpected discoveries. It shares themes of self-discovery and family dynamics.