Books like 'Seeking Jake Ryan'
Readers who enjoyed Seeking Jake Ryan by Jessica Bucher & M F Lorson also liked the following books featuring the same tropes, story themes, relationship dynamics and character types.
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The Neanderthal Box Set by Penny Reid
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 12 ratings***Books 1 and 1.5 in the Knitting in the City Series*** NEANDERTHAL SEEKS HUMAN This is a full-length, 110k word novel and is the first book in the Knitting in the City series... -
![Misunderstood by R.L. Mathewson]()
Misunderstood by R.L. Mathewson
Rated: 4.43 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsFrom New York Time’s Bestselling Author R.L. Mathewson comes the YA series inspired by the Neighbor from Hell Series… The Neighbor from Hell YA Series. For readers who enjoy stories that leave them smiling… Do you ever feel like life isn’t going the way that you thought it would? That’s what Sebastian Bradford is realizing as he tries to figure out how everything went wrong so quickly... -
![Lovely Little Things in Pretty Beach by Polly Babbington]()
Lovely Little Things in Pretty Beach by Polly Babbington
Rated: 4.42 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsFall in love all over again this summer as author Polly Babbington whisks us back to Pretty Beach where the sea sparkles, the huge tumbledown houses make your heart flip and the locals say hello as they go about their business... -
![A Hundred Days With You by Roma Dimaandal (whenitcomestolove), James John Andres]()
A Hundred Days With You by Roma Dimaandal (whenitcomestolove), James John Andres
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsWhen Dane Perez—the hottest and probably the haughtiest member of the popular school band, Treble Five—gets rebuffed by the girl of his dreams, Barbs Flores, he finds himself in a slump. Dane’s Treble Five barkada then comes up with an ingenious plan to not only get Dane’s groove back, but Barbs as well... -
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![In Over Her Head by Terri Osburn]()
In Over Her Head by Terri Osburn
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsLove is on the menu when two chefs heat up the kitchen—and each other—in this newest addition to the Anchor Island series.Chef Lauren Riley has one philosophy—never depend on anyone. A loner and a perfectionist, she’s on Anchor Island to turn Pilar’s into the best restaurant in the Outer Banks, not to make friends... -
![The Artist and The Dancer by Nikki20038]()
The Artist and The Dancer by Nikki20038
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsHamilton Academy of the Arts. The school Sydney Acosta moved to all the way from Toronto, Ontario at some barely known town that should actually be considered a city. After the divorce between her mother and father, she's stuck by her mother's side as a best friend, following her to another city in Canada. Her emotions are expressed through the one thing she loves doing. Dancing... -
![Marrying Mr Valentine by Laura Barnard]()
Marrying Mr Valentine by Laura Barnard
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsNadine Roberts smiles for everyone, but beneath it she hides a heartbreaking past that only a few know about. Throwing herself into her new career; wedding planner at The Duck & Goose, a property recently purchased by newlyweds Florence and Hugh, has helped distract her from her loneliness. When a teary bride suddenly cancels her upcoming wedding Nadine looks to the two year waiting list... -
![Had to Be You: an Oyster Bay novel by Olivia Miles]()
Had to Be You: an Oyster Bay novel by Olivia Miles
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsFrom the USA Today bestselling author of Feels Like Home and Christmas at the Cottage, comes the next installment in the Oyster Bay series. Wedding planner Chloe Larson is perfectly content helping other women find their happy endings. Love is the last thing on her mind, especially when she has a business to grow... -
![Ten Things I Hate about You by David Levithan]()
Ten Things I Hate about You by David Levithan
Rated: 4.14 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsA romantic comedy based on the classic Shakespeare play, The Taming of the Shrew, this book is a tie-in to the new teen movie starring Larisa Oleynik, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, and teen idol Andrew Keegan... -
![Jingga Dalam Elegi by Esti Kinasih]()
Jingga Dalam Elegi by Esti Kinasih
Rated: 4.11 of 5 stars · 18 ratingsSejak peristiwa pagi hari saat melihat mata Tari bengkak, Ari jadi penasaran. Benarkah itu hanya karena Ari menghapus nomor HP Ata dari HP Tari, ataukah karena Angga? Kalau memang karena Angga yang notabene musuh bebuyutan Ari, Ari ingin tahu apa yang telah dilakukan cowok itu terhadap Tari... -
![Paisley Hanover Acts Out by Cameron Tuttle]()
Paisley Hanover Acts Out by Cameron Tuttle
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsAlways one of the popular kids, sophomore Paisley Hanover gets a rude awakening when she’s booted out of yearbook and into the badlands of drama class. Out of her element but only momentarily out of ideas, Paisley takes action—and an unexpected liking to her drama buddies. The result? An undercover crusade that could bring down the popularity pecking order, and Paisley along with it... -
![1982: Maneater by Cambria Hebert, Crystal Bryant]()
1982: Maneater by Cambria Hebert, Crystal Bryant
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsFrom three-time UTOPiA Award-winning author Cambria Hebert. Watch out, girls. Here she comes.There's always that girl. She's popular, beautiful, and has everything together. The one with the perfectly teased hair, arms full of colorful (but coordinated) bangles, and expertly painted bright-pink lips.A teacher's pet. Daddy's girl.Everyone loves her.Because everyone is afraid to challenge her...Categorized as:
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![Kiss And Make Up by Serenity Woods]()
Kiss And Make Up by Serenity Woods
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsBy the bestselling author of the Three Wise Men Box Set (USA Today bestsellers list November 2016) – a series of individual sexy contemporary romances. Read in any order and enjoy! Book 1: Kiss & Make Up Previous published by Entangled Publishing. Lights, camera… Action! It's been a year since makeup artist Tabby Rogers's life was turned upside-down. Now she's back on track... -
![No Way to Treat a Lady by Serenity Woods]()
No Way to Treat a Lady by Serenity Woods
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsHayley’s not brave enough to expose her stretch marks to a complete stranger. Then she meets Jed Williams... This sexy short novella is meant to be a “taster” for the Treats to Tempt You series of contemporary romances set in the sub-tropical Northland of New Zealand. Adults only... -
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![The Sebastian Guarantee by Krista Sandor]()
The Sebastian Guarantee by Krista Sandor
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsHe’s got one chance to be the man she deserves—he better not screw it up. Phoebe Gale is a genius behind the keyboard, but her love life is a catastrophe. She’s sick of guys trampling on her heart. Spoiler Alert: that’s about to end. She’s been invited to a conference where she’ll get the chance to flaunt her tech talents and show these creeps exactly what they’re missing... -
![Heartmates by Marcus Herzig]()
Heartmates by Marcus Herzig
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsAs childhood friends, Lars and Connor were inseparable. Now, in the social gauntlet of high school, neither boy can even muster a single word to the other. When Connor enters a romantic relationship with Jaden-Dominic Choi, the hottest social influencer in school, a barely healed wound is torn wide open again... -
![How to Convince a Boy to Kiss You by Tara Eglington]()
How to Convince a Boy to Kiss You by Tara Eglington
Rated: 4.13 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsThe course of true love never did run smooth. For a girl who shares her name with a princess (a.k.a Aurora from Sleeping Beauty) Aurora Skye’s life seem fathoms away from a fairytale. Sure, she’s landed Hayden Paris, Potential Prince extraordinaire. And she got her wish -- one first kiss with all the knee-trembling, butterfly-inducing gloriousness she’d hoped for... -
![Fat Girl Begone! by D.E. Haggerty]()
Fat Girl Begone! by D.E. Haggerty
Rated: 4.13 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsI was expecting a ring not a 'see ya later'.Well, you know what? Screw him! I don't need him.What else don't I need? To drown my sorrows in tequila only to wake up to find I've planned (and paid for!) the diet-fitness-revenge-plan of the century. My best friend is ad-A-mant I not back out. Thank my lucky stars, I run into a group of crazy women at Zumba class who take me under their wing... -
![The Good Girl & the Bad Boy by M.L. Collins]()
The Good Girl & the Bad Boy by M.L. Collins
Rated: 4.10 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsWhat happens when Jackson High’s Good Girl and Bad Boy are forced to work together? I’ll tell you:I destroy his guitar. (Accidentally!)He uses my guilt to trick me into doing his work.For three weeks!Until I find out he lied. Oh, heck no. This bad boy has crossed the wrong girl.I call him out on it. In front of the whole school.Check mate, bad boy. “It feels good to be bad,” he whispers...Categorized as:
high-school friendship humor romance young-adult contemporary enemies-to-lovers realistic -
![My Hot Friend by Sophie White]()
My Hot Friend by Sophie White
Rated: 4.10 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsLexi is on top of the worldThe podcast she co-hosts with her ride-or-die bestie is going stratospheric. But will all this fame and success cost them their friendship?Joanne's just had a babyBut her pals keep forgetting that she's no longer available for tequila-fuelled nights out. She loves her son and her boyfriend but the loneliness is killing her... -
![Accidentally Perfect by Elizabeth Stevens]()
Accidentally Perfect by Elizabeth Stevens
Rated: 4.08 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsSometimes, you say everything when you say nothing at all.I feel like I should have the perfect life, that I should never feel down or alone in the world. But, so sue me, I do. I keep it hidden, pretend everything’s okay... -
![Tan Lines: Sand, Surf, and Secrets; Rays, Romance, and Rivalry; Beaches, Boys, and Betrayal by Katherine Applegate]()
Tan Lines: Sand, Surf, and Secrets; Rays, Romance, and Rivalry; Beaches, Boys, and Betrayal by Katherine Applegate
Rated: 4.06 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsSummer can't wait to get back to the Florida Keys. She, Marquez, and Diana have already decided to get an apartment so they can spend the whole summer together. But even with her friends by her side, Summer is in for more boy trouble. Summer's boyfriend, Seth, is ready to take their relationship to the next level, but he's all the way across the country in California... -
![Almost Alice by Phyllis Reynolds Naylor]()
Almost Alice by Phyllis Reynolds Naylor
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsIs it possible to be too good a friend -- too understanding, too always there, too much like a doormat? Alice has always been a good friend to Pamela and Liz, a best friend to Pamela and Liz... -
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Beach Side Beds and Sandy Paths by Cassie Mae, Becca Ann
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsBook 2 in Beds Series Written by Cassie Mae and Theresa Paolo under the pen names Becca Ann and Tessa Marie Ryan Parker has loved his best friend for the past ten years, and after a weeklong ski trip, he finally got bumped out of the friend zone. Things seem perfect, until Ryan finds out his mom has a second family, and his half-brother, Brett shows up on his porch... -
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![Triple Shot Bettys in Love by Jody Gehrman]()
Triple Shot Bettys in Love by Jody Gehrman
Rated: 3.90 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsGeena is freaking out. She's been going out with Ben for five months, their relationship is comfortable and perfect, and then Bam! he's suddenly putting the pressure on to be way more physical. She's not sure she's ready. Enter Mr... -
![Perfectly Clueless by Madeleine Labitan]()
Perfectly Clueless by Madeleine Labitan
Rated: 3.90 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsShe’s in love with her best friend and he doesn’t even know it… Bianca Hayes has been in the friend zone way too long. For years, she watched her best friend Dylan McCafferty go through girl after girl in Bayfield High. Never her. Well, enough is enough. It’s time she stops pining over someone who will never return her feelings. A girl can only take so much...Categorized as:
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![Waist-Deep In Walmart by Jordan Lynde]()
Waist-Deep In Walmart by Jordan Lynde
Rated: 3.85 of 5 stars · 13 ratings"As I sat on the toilet, I realized how badass I was being. First of all, I (kind of) broke into Walmart; Second, I was (kind of) plotting to steal toilet paper; and third, I was doing all this while a hurricane was brewing outside." Ellie wanted a quick trip to Walmart to buy some toilet paper for her mom. A minute in, a minute out. Instead, she got locked in. With her secret love, of course... -
![How to Speak Boy by Tiana Smith]()
How to Speak Boy by Tiana Smith
Rated: 3.80 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsQuinn and Grayson have been fierce speech and debate rivals for years. They can't stand one another, either in competition or in real life. But when their AP Government teacher returns their school assignments to the wrong cubbies, they begin exchanging anonymous notes without knowing who the other is... -
![What's Hot: (I Heart Bikinis) by Caitlyn Davis]()
What's Hot: (I Heart Bikinis) by Caitlyn Davis
Rated: 3.75 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsJust in time for summer comes the perfect beach read! Humor and romance abound in this fresh, fun take on summer love. Holly is spending the summer at the local country club, working at the hot grill and dishing out burgers and fries to all the hungry, cute boys... -
![The Crushes by Pamela Wells]()
The Crushes by Pamela Wells
Rated: 3.75 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsThe girls from The Heartbreakers are back, and this time, they're looking to fall in love. Raven behaves as if it's okay for her to be applying the code to just anyone, but (not surprisingly), she finds it works best when directed at her kinda-sorta actual boyfriend, whether she's ready to commit to him or not... -
![Kiss and Make Up: A Bayfield High Romance Book 2 (Bayfield High Series) by Madeleine Labitan]()
Kiss and Make Up: A Bayfield High Romance Book 2 (Bayfield High Series) by Madeleine Labitan
Rated: 3.75 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsWill she give the boy who broke her heart another chance? As far as Madison Cooper is concerned, she's done with Adam Hayes. He sealed that fact the day he believed the rumors and publicly dumped her. No. She's not going to talk and laugh with him like nothing happened. She's not going to listen to his lousy explanations. And she's definitely not going to let him kiss her breathless... -
![Raincheck on Timbuktu by Kirsten Murphy]()
Raincheck on Timbuktu by Kirsten Murphy
Rated: 3.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsLucy has her life all planned out - * perfect job at 21 * engaged to ideal man at 26 * married at 27 and a half * building ideal home at 28 (fully equipped with a stereo surround-sound wide screen TV and a comfortable, yet stylish couch) * birth of perfect daughter at 30 What does not neatly fit into her organised life is a mother with a bombshell, an ex-best friend... -
![Notes From The Backseat by Jody Gehrman]()
Notes From The Backseat by Jody Gehrman
Rated: 3.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsI thought I knew everything about Gwen Matson. We've been best friends since sophomore year at Analy High. I know her to be smart and confident with a retro style that would give Jackie O a run for her money--albeit a graceful, sweat-free run in kitten heels.Not once did she ever display a rabid need to record every detail of her existence... -
![Friends with Benefits by Melody Mayer]()
Friends with Benefits by Melody Mayer
Rated: 3.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsPoor girls.Lydia is not used to working for her money. But having money? She’s used to that—and lots of it. Now that she’s in La-La Land, Lydia will do whatever it takes to maintain the L.A. lifestyle she was born to have. If it means she has to tell a few little lies to get there, well, a Hollywood girl’s gotta do what a Hollywood girl’s gotta do, right?Rich Boys... -
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![Struts & Frets by Jon Skovron]()
Struts & Frets by Jon Skovron
Rated: 3.73 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsTold in a voice that’s honest, urgent, and hilarious, Struts & Frets will resonate not only with teenage musicians but with anyone who ever sat up all night listening to a favorite album, wondering if they’d ever find their place in the world. Music is in Sammy’s blood... -
![A Bad Boy Stole My Bra by Lauren Price]()
A Bad Boy Stole My Bra by Lauren Price
Rated: 3.75 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsImagine waking up in the dead of night to find your hot new neighbour dangling out of your window. What’s more, he's clutching your tattiest bra in his hand. What. The. Actual. Fudge. When bad boy Alec Wilde moves in next door to Riley, sparks fly. After their 'unconventional' introduction, Riley is determined to get her own back... -
![Ripped at the Seams by Nancy E. Krulik]()
Ripped at the Seams by Nancy E. Krulik
Rated: 3.71 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsThere's a new fashion designer in town, and "Fashion Don'ts" have never been more in style! Sami Granger is fresh off the bus from the Midwest when some crazy person in the bus terminal warns her that life in New York City won't be what she always dreamed of. But Sami's determined to make it in an industry that is notoriously hard to break in to... -
![Backstage Pass by Gaby Triana]()
Backstage Pass by Gaby Triana
Rated: 3.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsGaby Triana's first novel about Desert McGraw, a famous rock star's daughter who wants nothing more than to lead a perfectly annonymous life.In this hip debut novel, rising star Gaby Triana uses her immensely accessible voice and humor to paint a mesmerizing picture of a life not quite in the spotlight–but not quite out of it, either... -
![The Star Shack by Lila Castle]()
The Star Shack by Lila Castle
Rated: 3.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsPete and Annabelle always believed they were a perfect pair-until junior year, when Annabelle became obsessed with astrology. Now they can hardly stand each other. Pete thinks Annabelle has become a total flake; she thinks he's an uptight jerk. To prove her point, Annabelle dares Pete to open a summer business on the boardwalk giving advice based on the stars. "You and me and an astrology booth... -
![Beck Bait (Young Adult Romance) by Melanie Marks]()
Beck Bait (Young Adult Romance) by Melanie Marks
Rated: 3.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsWhen the guy you thought you hated becomes the boy you can’t stop thinking about (in a steamy, breathless, heart-pounding way)—and you find out HE might be feeling that way about you too (and maybe always did) you might, possibly become “Beck Bait.” Well … if your stalker/tormentor/heart-throb is named Beck. And the whole freaking SCHOOL seems to know he likes you (if he really does)... -
![Playlist for a Broken Heart by Cathy Hopkins]()
Playlist for a Broken Heart by Cathy Hopkins
Rated: 3.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsWhen Paige finds an old mix CD in a local charity shop, she can't help but wonder about the boy who made it and the girl he was thinking of when he chose the songs. The tracks tell the story of a boy looking for his perfect girl, a girl to understand him, a story of being alone, being let down, misunderstood and not knowing where to turn... -
![Me and the Blondes by Teresa Toten]()
Me and the Blondes by Teresa Toten
Rated: 3.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratings“How did your poor husband pass away?” Make it simple, Mama, I tried to bore into her, simple, simple… “His brains exploded.” I heard a gasp. It was me. “An aneurysm?” “Okay,” said Mama. “I’m sorry, hon,” said Mrs. Haver. “At least it was fast.” “It vas?” Mama looked puzzled. I nodded furiously at her. “Ya. It vas. Yours?” “Heart attack.” “Oooo, dat’s good too.” I could’ve killed her... -
![Will Work for Prom Dress by Aimee Ferris]()
Will Work for Prom Dress by Aimee Ferris
Rated: 3.60 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsQuigley Johnson has, reluctantly, given up the rest of her last year of high school to take part in her best friend Ann's Betterment Plan, which will turn them into the best-dressed, most sought-after, most admired girls at their senior formal... -
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fml by Shaun David Hutchinson
Rated: 3.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsThere’s more than one way to get the girl in this fun and fast-paced novel about one epic party and a kiss that could change everything.Tonight’s the night: Simon’s big chance to finally get with Cassie. Cassie, who he’s loved for ages. Cassie, who is newly boyfriend-free. Cassie, who just happens to be throwing the biggest party of the year... -
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![Kiss & Blog by Alyson Noel]()
Kiss & Blog by Alyson Noel
Rated: 3.64 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsWhat's the best revenge when your best friend ditches you for the popular crowd? Alyson Noël reveals all in her hot new young adult novel, Kiss & Blog. As freshmen at Ocean High last year, Winter and her best friend Sloane thought they could ditch their nerdy past, launching from invisible to cool... -
![It's Not Me, It's You by Stephanie Kate Strohm]()
It's Not Me, It's You by Stephanie Kate Strohm
Rated: 3.64 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsOne high school girl's comedic examination of her dating past as told by the friends, family, and boys who were involved! Avery Dennis is a high school senior and one of the most popular girls in her class. But a majorly public breakup with the guy she's been dating causes some disastrous waves. It is right before prom and Avery no longer has the perfect date... -
![The Academy by Katie Sise]()
The Academy by Katie Sise
Rated: 3.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsFrankie Brooks knows what she wants in life: to become the world’s next great fashion editor. All she needs to do is get into the elite American Fashion Academy in New York City. If she gets in, her life plans will be going right on schedule. Anna Wintour, watch out... -
![It Started with a Dare by Lindsay Faith Rech]()
It Started with a Dare by Lindsay Faith Rech
Rated: 3.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsSelf-proclaimed nobody CG Silverman sees her move to an upscale new school as her chance to be somebody different. Her devil-may-care attitude attracts the in-clique, and before CG realizes it, a routine game of truth or dare launches her to iconic status... -
![Kale, My Ex, and Other Things to Toss in a Blender by Lisa Greenwald]()
Kale, My Ex, and Other Things to Toss in a Blender by Lisa Greenwald
Rated: 3.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsWhen Mia s summer starts with an epic breakup, she s sure the rest of the vacation will be miserable. But her best friend, Justine, would never let that happen. Their plan has two parts. One: use their summer job driving a snow cone truck to keep tabs on Mia s ex in person. Two: create a fake persona to connect with Mia s ex online.Soon both plans have morphed into something so much bigger... -
![Prom Theory by Ann LaBar]()
Prom Theory by Ann LaBar
Rated: 3.40 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsA teen girl is determined to prove that love, like all things, should be scientifically quantified…right?Iris Oxtabee has managed to navigate the tricky world of unspoken social interactions by reading everything from neuroscience journals to Wikipedia articles. Science has helped her fit the puzzle pieces into an understandable whole, and she’s sure there’s nothing it can’t explain...Categorized as:
high-school friendship humor romance contemporary young-adult fiction friends-to-lovers
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