Love Stories: Classic Romance Tales

From girl-and-boy-next-door romance to fantasy-tinged devotion -- these book picks for kids with a romantic streak will leave them swooning. Some are classics of English literature, others are as contemporary as last week's high school breakup. But all are aimed at the heart, and all will resonate with readers long after they reach the last page.

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  • Little Women Review
    Little Women
    Classic still charms despite outdated gender roles.
    10
     
    By Louisa May Alcott
  • The Princess Bride Review
    The Princess Bride

    Fast-paced fun, but more intense than the movie.

    10
     
    By William Goldman
  • Flipped Review
    Flipped

    Honest story about first crushes -- tweens and up.

    11
     
    By Wendelin Van Draanen
  • Romeo and Juliet Review
    Romeo and Juliet

    Tragic teen love story stands the test of time.

    13
     
    By William Shakespeare
  • A True and Faithful Narrative Review
    A True and Faithful Narrative

    Engrossing read with strong 17th-century heroine.

    13
     
    By Katherine Sturtevant
  • The Great Gatsby Review
    The Great Gatsby

    American classic captures romance, debauchery of Jazz Age.

    14
     
    By F. Scott Fitzgerald
  • Wuthering Heights Review
    Wuthering Heights

    Classic story of love and revenge still captivates.

    14
     
    By Emily Bronte
  • Pride and Prejudice Review
    Pride and Prejudice

    Masterpiece of romance and manners entertains at any age.

    14
     
    By Jane Austen
  • A Tale of Two Cities Review
    A Tale of Two Cities

    Immortal romance is set against violent French Revolution.

    14
     
    By Charles Dickens
  • Lola and the Boy Next Door Review
    Lola and the Boy Next Door

    Winning romance between quirky neighbors is funny, clever.

    14
     
    By Stephanie Perkins
  • Daughter of Smoke and Bone Review
    Daughter of Smoke and Bone

    Dynamic writing sets intense angel romance apart.

    14
     
    By Laini Taylor
  • The Night Circus Review
    The Night Circus

    Illusionists compete in dream-like literary romance.

    15
     
    By Erin Morgenstern

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