Early 2000's Teen Shows
Which romance book should you read based on your favorite teen show?
If you are new to romance and not sure where to start or you’ve found yourself in a bit of a reading slump, this week’s newsletter should help you find your next book recommendation. Let’s face it, book preference is so subjective. Someone’s 5-star read might be a book you DNF (Did Not Finish). This week we will go through different types of books that you might like based on what you liked as a teen.
Buffy
Book Recommendation: Angels’ Blood by Nalini Singh
Angels’ Blood follows vampire hunter Elena Deveraux who is hired by Archangel Raphael to hunt down a rouge archangel. Elena is an incredibly strong FMC who knows she is the best at her job. Raphael is an Archangel who oversees all of North America. Although not a vampire, Raphael is over a thousand years old and carries the attitude of someone who has seen generations come and go. If you loved Buffy’s confidence as well as the fact that she was without a doubt the strongest vampire hunter in the Scooby gang, you’ll love Angels’ Blood.🌶️
Bonus Recommendation: If you loved the more campy aspect of Buffy, try out Signs of Cupidity by Raven Kennedy. A fun, campy reverse harem with an invisible cupid who is bitter about watching everyone else fall in love. It’s silly, it’s fun and the FMC is hilarious. Heads up, Signs of Cupidity is a Reverse Harem. If you aren’t into multiple love interests skip this one. 🌶️🌶️🌶️
One Tree Hill
Book Recommendation: Kingmakers Series by Sophie Lark
Imagine a world where all the mafia families agree to set aside their differences only for their college-age children to attend ‘Kingmakers Acadamy’. At Kingmakers, they learn how to run their mafia family empire from some of the best teachers in the world (how do you qualify to become a teacher at Kingmaker? I have no idea). Each book follows a different couple at the academy with a different trope for each book. Kingmakers, like One Tree Hill, is filled with morally grey people balancing their own selfishness and the relationships they build along the way. Kingmakers is a 5 book series starting with ‘Year One’ (previously published under the title ‘The Heir’). Note: Although cheating is a normal story arch in One Tree Hill, that is not the case in Kingmakers. 🌶️🌶️🌶️
Gilmore Girls
Book Recommendation: The Tourist Attraction by Sarah Morgenthaler
You cannot get more Luke Danes than Graham Barnett (MMC) who opens a diner and calls it The Tourist Trap as a joke. Set in the small town of Moose Springs, Alaska, The Tourist Attraction follows grumpy diner owner Graham and FMC Zoey Caldwell. Zoey is visiting Moose Springs looking to cross things off her bucket list in life. If you stick around for the full 3 book series you’ll get to know Moose Springs and their loveable but quirky side characters. It’s cozy, fun, and enjoyable for anyone who loves Stars Hollow. This story is a closed-door romance.
The OC
Book Recommendation: Madison Kate Series by Tate James
All The OC recommendations are going to be reverse harems (aka ‘Why Choose’). Those Orange County kids were just so horny it’s the only genre that makes sense. If you liked the angst as well as the insane drama, you’ll like the Madison Kate Series by Tate James. Madison Kate, the series name and FMC name, is framed for a murder she didn’t commit. When she comes home after her father sends her away, her whole world is upended by 3 boys. The 4 book series drops you right into the drama the minute you open the book. You’ll get sucked into Madison’s revenge plot while also trying to figure out other major mysteries along the way - like why are there 3 men living in her house now? 🌶️🌶️ (the spice builds to probably 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️ throughout the series)
Veronica Mars
Book Recommendation: Bound by Hatred by Cora Reilly
This recommendation was really hard to pin down because there are so many aspects of Veronica Mars that fans love. Bound by Hatred is a recommendation for anyone specifically looking for the banter between Veronica and Logan. Gianna is sharp, snarky, and angry at the world. Matteo is obsessed with Gianna and loves to play mind games. The result is a fantastic read where Gianna doesn’t have to dim herself for her love interest. If you’re looking for more of the ‘who done it’ type mystery this might be a skip for you. 🌶️🌶️🌶️
Bonus Recommendation: If you’re looking for a private detective mystery try Burn for Me by Ilona Andrews.