Crushed by Cupid

Reach for this book when your child is starting to navigate the fluttery, often confusing world of first crushes and the social pressure of Valentine's Day. It is a perfect choice for a reader who feels overwhelmed by the 'unspoken rules' of friendship and romance, or who struggles with the fear of rejection. This story follows Marinette as she tries to confess her feelings to Adrien, only to have her plans derailed by a supervillain who thrives on broken hearts. While the setting is fantastical, the emotional core is deeply grounded in the real-world anxiety of being vulnerable. It normalizes the idea that social situations can be messy and that even heroes get tongue-tied around people they like. It is a high-interest, low-stress read that uses familiar characters to build reading confidence and emotional literacy.