Books like All I Want Is Everything

A sun-drenched, scandal-soaked escape into the unapologetically messy lives of Manhattan's teenage elite. These 12 books are the closest matches in mood, pace and themes, with what each one shares with All I Want Is Everything.

glitzy
sun-drenched
chaotic
dramatic

01
Nothing Can Keep Us Together
Cecily von Ziegesar
A deliciously dramatic plunge into the designer-clad, backstabbing world of elite Manhattan teenagers on the brink of graduation.
Shares:
- glitzy
- dramatic
- indulgent
- wealth and privilege
02
You're the One That I Want
Cecily von Ziegesar
An unapologetic, glamorous dive into the scandalous lives and shifting loyalties of Manhattan's teenage elite.
Shares:
- snarky
- indulgent
- wealth and privilege
03
Nicola and the Viscount
Meg Cabot
A sparkling, humorous romp through London society where glittering first impressions give way to genuine romance.
Shares:
- dramatic
04
The Carrie diaries
Candace Bushnell
A youthful, observant journey through the social labyrinth of high school and the spark of creative ambition.
Feels:
- formative
- energetic
- nostalgic
05
Princess on the Brink
Meg Cabot
A hilarious, hyper-verbal spiral into the anxieties of impending adulthood and the terrifying pressure of romantic milestones.
Shares:
- chaotic
- dramatic
06
Twisted
Sara Shepard
A glamorous, paranoia-soaked descent into the consequences of a terrible secret, where every text message feels like a threat.
Shares:
- dramatic
- cynical
- toxic friendships
07
Bratfest at Tiffany's
Lisi Harrison
A glossy, brand-obsessed dive into the cutthroat social warfare of elite middle schoolers where a single fashion misstep or forbidden crush can ruin your life.
Shares:
- dramatic
- snarky
- performative identity
08
P.S. I Loathe You
Lisi Harrison
A gossipy, fast-paced dive into the cutthroat world of middle school cliques and cheer-pyramid power struggles.
Shares:
- dramatic
- snarky
09
Ruthless
Sara Shepard
A glossy, paranoia-soaked thrill ride where every designer label hides a devastating secret and no one can be trusted.
Shares:
- cynical
- toxic friendships
10
Alexis Gets Frosted Cupcake Diaries
Coco Simon
A sweet, relatable slice of middle school life where friendship and frosting are the best remedies for hallway drama.
Feels:
- cozy
- anxious-yet-hopeful
- uplifting
11
Rumors (Luxe Series, Book 2)
Anna Godbersen · 2008
A glittering, scandalous dive into the cutthroat world of high-society rivalries where gossip is the ultimate currency.
Shares:
- dramatic
- indulgent
12
The unexpected everything
Morgan Matson
A breezy, big-hearted contemporary read about the messy, beautiful chaos that ensues when perfectly laid plans fall apart.
Feels:
- breezy
- heartwarming
- energetic

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