Fall Reading List - Emotional, Heartfelt Romances You Can’t Miss

11/14/20242 min read

As the autumn leaves start to fall, there’s no better time to curl up with a deeply emotional romance that makes your heart ache in the best way possible. 🍁 If you’re a fan of intense slow-burn romances, emotional family drama, and unforgettable love stories, this list is for you!

Here are some of my favorite recommendations, perfect for fans of my You series.

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1. For Fans of Memories of You - Brother's Best Friend, Family Drama
The Deal by Elle Kennedy

If you loved the tension and family dynamics in Memories of You, then The Deal will be right up your alley. It’s a brother’s best friend romance with emotional depth, college drama, and characters who have to navigate the messiness of family and heartbreak.

2. For Fans of Weak for You - Brother’s Best Friend, Rockstar, Forbidden Romance
The Sweetest Oblivion by Danielle Lori

This one has it all—sizzling forbidden romance, an alpha bad boy, and a good girl torn between desire and duty. If you enjoyed the sunshine vs grump vibes and the hint of rockstar romance in Weak for You, you’ll love this one.

3. For Fans of Trusting You - Love After Heartbreak, Forced Proximity
The Gravity of Us by Brittainy C. Cherry

This emotional rollercoaster fits the “love after heartbreak” and “forced proximity” tropes perfectly. Like Trusting You, this book explores healing and finding love after everything feels broken.

4. For Fans of More with You - Friends with Benefits, Road Trip, Family Drama
The Road Trip by Beth O'Leary

If you enjoyed the road trip setting and friends-with-benefits tension in More with You, The Road Trip will sweep you away with its witty banter and emotional moments. Two exes, one car, and an unforgettable journey!

5. Sneak Peek for Fans of Glimpses of You - Second Chance, Best Friends to Lovers, Sports Romance
The Friend Zone by Abby Jimenez

The Friend Zone is a heartfelt, second-chance romance where friendship grows into love. If you’re excited for Glimpses of You, which mixes high school crushes, soccer, and art, this book will give you similar feels.

I hope these recommendations keep you cozy and entertained during these fall months! Let me know in the comments which book you’re planning to read first, and if you haven’t picked up Memories of You yet, it’s the perfect time to dive in.

Happy Reading! 📖🍂