Lola and the Boy Next Door

by Stephanie Perkins

First published 2011

Lola's colorful life in San Francisco is upended when her childhood friend Cricket moves back in next door. Though Lola's dating a punk rocker, old feelings for Cricket resurface, forcing her to confront their past fallout with her former best friend, figure skater Calliope. As Lola navigates these complicated relationships, she must decide whether to follow her heart or stay true to her current romance.

Genres: romance, contemporary, contemporary-romance, family-drama

Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking

Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, found-family

Setting: San Francisco (Calif.)

338 pages · Paperback · Speak

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