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Love & gelato
by Jenna Evans Welch
When Lina arrives in Tuscany to fulfill her mother's dying wish, she's not looking for adventure or romance, just a way to cope with grief and an absent father. But then she finds her mother's old journal, packed with secrets from a summer spent in Italy years ago. Following the clues, Lina embarks on her own journey across the Tuscan landscape, piecing together a hidden love story and a family mystery. This book feels like a warm Italian summer day — a blend of sweet first love, the thrill of uncovering long-buried truths, and the quiet ache of self-discovery. It’s perfect if you enjoy a story where travel sparks personal growth, and a touch of mystery adds depth to a heartwarming romance. You'll feel like you're right there with Lina, gelato in hand, unraveling a past that reshapes her future.
10 Books similar to 'Love & gelato'
If you found yourself charmed by Lina's journey in Love & Gelato, we know what you're looking for next. We picked these books because they capture that wonderful blend of European adventure and self-discovery, often paired with a sweet, blossoming romance. Many of these stories, like Lina's, involve uncovering family secrets or navigating a coming-of-age experience in a stunning, often international, setting. You'll find protagonists finding their footing, falling in love, and unraveling mysteries, all while traveling through beautiful new places.
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Following Lina's story, Addie finds herself on an unexpected road trip through Ireland with her brother and his friend. It blends charming European settings with a journey of self-discovery, friendship, and budding romance, much like "Love & Gelato."
This book transports readers to Greece, where a teen girl grapples with family secrets and a mysterious past while falling in love. It shares "Love & Gelato's" blend of travel, romance, and uncovering a parent's hidden life in a beautiful European setting.
An American girl unexpectedly finds herself at a boarding school in Paris, navigating new friendships, cultural differences, and a charming French boy. Its witty narrative and delightful Parisian atmosphere are perfect for fans of "Love & Gelato's" European romance and fish-out-of-water charm.
Hadley misses her flight to London and meets a captivating British boy, leading to an unexpected romance over a single day. This sweet, fast-paced story captures the serendipitous charm and romantic spark of "Love & Gelato," set against a backdrop of travel.
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Amy embarks on a cross-country road trip with a charming stranger after her father's death, discovering herself and healing along the way. Like "Love & Gelato," it beautifully blends themes of grief, self-discovery, and unexpected romance with an adventurous journey.
Isla, a shy American student in Paris, falls for an artistic boy, navigating first love, ambition, and the challenges of a long-distance relationship. Its romantic European backdrop and focus on a sweet, developing relationship will resonate with fans of "Love & Gelato."
Two Indian-American teens meet at a summer program, initially clashing over their parents' arranged marriage plans, but slowly falling for each other. It offers a heartwarming blend of cultural exploration, family expectations, and a charming slow-burn romance, similar to the emotional depth in "Love & Gelato."
An American-born Chinese girl is sent to a cultural immersion program in Taipei, where she discovers unexpected freedom, friendship, and romance while uncovering family secrets. This book shares "Love & Gelato's" blend of cultural adventure, self-discovery, and a captivating first love story.
by Jenny Han
Belly spends her summers at a beach house with her mother's best friend and her two sons, navigating a complicated love triangle and coming of age. While not set abroad, its focus on summer romance, family dynamics, and personal growth offers a similar heartwarming and emotional journey.
Emily embarks on a summer scavenger hunt left by her adventurous best friend, discovering new sides of herself and forging unexpected connections. This book captures the spirit of adventure, self-discovery, and the power of friendship found in "Love & Gelato."
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