Love? Maybe

Reach for this book when your teen is feeling disillusioned by romance or is navigating the fallout of a difficult breakup. It is an ideal choice for the adolescent who feels like 'everyone' is obsessed with dating while they would rather hide under the covers. The story follows Janie, a cynical teen whose friends attempt to play matchmaker during the high-pressure Valentine's season, leading to a series of comedic and touching mishaps. At its heart, this is a story about the healing power of friendship and finding one's own identity outside of a relationship. It normalizes the feeling of being 'behind' or 'different' from peers while offering a hopeful look at how to move forward after being hurt. Parents will appreciate the wholesome focus on supportive social circles and the light, humorous tone that makes heavy emotional transitions feel manageable for readers aged 12 and up.