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Books like Pants on Fire
A sun-drenched, chaotic summer romp about the exhausting work of keeping up appearances and the relief of finally letting go. These 12 books are the closest matches in mood, pace and themes, with what each one shares with Pants on Fire.
- summery
- chaotic
- romantic
- fun
- 01
How to Be Popular
Meg Cabot
A bubbly, laugh-out-loud exploration of high school social climbing that proves the best version of yourself is usually the one you left behind.
- 02
Princess in Love
Meg Cabot
A hilarious, diary-format deep dive into the agonizing, swoon-worthy chaos of teenage crushes and holiday stress.
- 03
P.S. I like you
Kasie West
A sweet, banter-filled exploration of falling in love with someone's words before you know their face.
- 04
P.S. I Still Love You
Jenny Han
A cozy, emotionally tender exploration of what happens after the happily-ever-after, wrapped in the scent of freshly baked snickerdoodles.
- 05
Flipped
Wendelin Van Draanen
A charming, he-said-she-said exploration of first love and the messy, beautiful process of learning to see people for who they truly are.
- 06
What's hot
Caitlyn Davis
A sun-drenched, low-stakes summer romance that captures the sizzle of a workplace crush over burgers and fries.
- 07
Just You and Me (Wildfire)
Ann Martin
A classic high school romance where academic ambition collides with the messy reality of love triangles and fading relationships.
- 08
Untouchable (Private #3)
Kate Brian
A scandalous, paranoia-soaked boarding school thriller where grief collides with forbidden romance and deadly secrets.
- 09
Gimme a Kiss
Christopher Pike
A deliciously dark, twisty descent into teenage vengeance where spilled secrets lead to deadly consequences.
- 10
Girls in Pants
Ann Brashares
A poignant and fun celebration of best friends sharing one last bittersweet summer before stepping into adulthood.
- 11
By Your Side
Kasie West
A cozy, snowed-in romance that wraps you in the warmth of unexpected connection and the relief of finally being seen.
- 12
The truth about forever
Sarah Dessen
A sun-soaked summer of chaotic catering gigs, found family, and learning to let go of the need to be perfect.
