Next of Kin

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Next of Kin

by Hannah Bonam-Young

Imagine navigating a brand new parenthood situation, then add a grumpy, tattooed stranger into the mix, all under the watchful eye of Child Protective Services. That's the heart of Hannah Bonam-Young's Next of Kin. You'll find yourself rooting for Chloe, who suddenly has a baby sister to care for, and Warren, trying to provide a home for his younger brother, as they're thrown together in a forced proximity living arrangement. The book hums with a warm, slightly chaotic energy, balancing laugh-out-loud moments with genuinely tender scenes as these two very different people learn to co-parent and, inevitably, fall for each other. It's a perfect read if you love stories about found families, unexpected romance, and watching a sunshine character slowly melt a grumpy one's heart, all wrapped up in a wonderfully wholesome package.

10 Books similar to 'Next of Kin'

If the heartwarming blend of forced proximity, found family, and a slow-burn opposites-attract romance in Next of Kin resonated with you, then we have some excellent follow-up reads. Many of our picks, like The Flatshare or The Roommate, share that delightful chaos of unconventional living arrangements sparking unexpected connections. Others, such as Josh and Hazel's Guide to Not Dating and Get a Life, Chloe Brown, echo the charming character dynamics and the journey of two individuals finding their way to love and belonging, often with a good dose of humor and emotional depth.

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The Flatshare
The Flatshare

by Beth O'Leary

Both novels feature unique living situations that lead to unexpected romantic developments and personal growth.

Roomies
Roomies

by Christina Lauren

This book also explores the theme of unconventional relationships and the dynamics of living together unexpectedly.

The Roommate
The Roommate

by Rosie Danan

A story about unexpected roommates that evolves into a deeper exploration of relationships and personal discovery.

Josh and Hazel's Guide to Not Dating
Josh and Hazel's Guide to Not Dating

by Christina Lauren

Features quirky characters with a strong friendship that gradually develops into something more, similar to themes in 'Next of Kin'.

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