Books like Macarons at midnight

A sugar-dusted, Cinderella-esque tween romance that balances the thrill of a first crush with the warmth of the bakery kitchen. These 12 books are the closest matches in mood, pace and themes, with what each one shares with Macarons at midnight.

cozy
sugar-dusted
cheerful
romantic

01
Cake pop crush
Suzanne Nelson
A sugar-dusted, feel-good romp about rivalry, recipes, and the sweet surprise of a first crush.
Shares:
- cozy
- sugar-dusted
- cheerful
- earnest
02
Sugar And Spice
Lisa Papademetriou
A sweet and relatable slice-of-life about the messy recipe of changing friendships and finding comfort close to home.
Shares:
- cozy
- sweet
- earnest
- lighthearted
03
The royal bake off
Clémentine Beauvais
A delightfully chaotic, flour-dusted romp through an absurd culinary tournament where the stakes are high and the silliness is even higher.
Shares:
- cheerful
- lighthearted
04
President of the whole fifth grade
Sherri Winston
A sweet and spirited schoolyard drama about ambition, cupcakes, and learning to lead with integrity.
Shares:
- cheerful
- sweet
- earnest
05
The bake shop ghost
Jacqueline Ogburn · 2005
A cozy, flour-dusted ghost story where stubborn spirits and sweet treats lead to a heartwarming compromise.
Shares:
- cozy
- sweet
- lighthearted
06
Love and Gelato
Jenna Evans Welch
A sun-drenched Italian escapade that wraps the bittersweet ache of grief in the sweet comfort of first love and newfound family.
Shares:
- romantic
- earnest
07
Cherry Crush Cathy Cassidy
Cathy Cassidy
A sun-drenched, chocolate-scented exploration of the messy, bittersweet thrill of first love and finding your place in a brand-new family.
Shares:
- cozy
- sweet
- earnest
- blended family dynamics
08
Anna and the French Kiss
Stephanie Perkins
A cinematic, banter-filled love letter to Paris and the dizzying, agonizing thrill of an all-consuming crush.
Shares:
- cozy
- romantic
- earnest
09
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.
Shares:
- cozy
- sweet
- earnest
10
Before midnight
Cameron Dokey
A gentle, character-driven reimagining of a classic tale that focuses on quiet loyalty and the families we choose.
Shares:
- cozy
- romantic
- earnest
- hidden identities
11
Mia's Baker's Dozen
Coco Simon
A warm and relatable exploration of middle school life, highlighting the growing pains and ultimate comforts of a blended family.
Shares:
- cozy
- earnest
- blended family dynamics
12
The Boy Next Door (Candy Apple #2)
Laura Dower
A sweet, dual-perspective snapshot of the exact moment childhood friendship collides with middle school awkwardness.
Shares:
- sweet
- earnest
- lighthearted
- first crushes

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