1
by Lynn Painter
4.12022432 pages
Why you'll love it:
Another Lynn Painter book — if you love their writing style, this is a natural next pick.
10 Best Books Like Better Than the Movies
If you loved Better Than the Movies by Lynn Painter, here are the most similar books our readers recommend.
Quick Answer
The best books like Better Than the Movies are:
- 1Betting on You by Lynn Painter4.1
- 2The Romance Rivalry by Susan Lee4.0
- 3To All The Boys I've Loved Before by Jenny Han0
- 4Check & Mate by Ali Hazelwood3.9
- 5Audre & Bash Are Just Friends by Tia Williams4.6
- 6Shatter Me by Tahereh Mafi3.8Series starter
- 7The Summer I Turned Pretty by Jenny Han4.4
- 8Looking for Alaska by John Green4.5
- 9Eleanor & Park by Rainbow Rowell4.4
- 10This Could Be Forever by Ebony LaDelle4.4
When Liz needs help winning back her childhood crush, she reluctantly accepts assistance from her annoying neighbor Wes, but their fake relationship starts feeling more real than her movie-perfect dre
We may earn a small commission from purchases made through these links at no extra cost to you.
Detailed Recommendations
2
by Susan Lee
4.02025368 pages
Why you'll love it:
This romance shares a playful and meta tone that will resonate with Better Than the Movies fans.
3
by Jenny Han
02021368 pages
Why you'll love it:
This romance shares a warm and gentle tone that will resonate with Better Than the Movies fans.
4
by Ali Hazelwood
3.92023353 pages
Why you'll love it:
This romance shares a hopeful and heartwarming tone that will resonate with Better Than the Movies fans.
5
by Tia Williams
4.62025384 pages
Why you'll love it:
This romance shares a warm and flirty tone that will resonate with Better Than the Movies fans.
6
Shatter Me
Start of Shatter Me seriesby Tahereh Mafi
3.82011339 pages
Why you'll love it:
This romance shares a angsty and dramatic tone that will resonate with Better Than the Movies fans.
7
by Jenny Han
4.42010304 pages
Why you'll love it:
This romance shares a nostalgic and dreamy tone that will resonate with Better Than the Movies fans.
8
by John Green
4.52008
Why you'll love it:
This romance shares a melancholy but profound tone that will resonate with Better Than the Movies fans.
9
by Rainbow Rowell
4.42013
Why you'll love it:
This romance shares a tender but heartbreaking tone that will resonate with Better Than the Movies fans.
10
by Ebony LaDelle
4.42025384 pages
Why you'll love it:
This romance shares a tender and hopeful tone that will resonate with Better Than the Movies fans.
Quick Comparison: Books Like Better Than the Movies
| Book | Author | Rating | Year | Pages | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Betting on You | Lynn Painter | 4.1 | 2022 | 432 | Same author |
| The Romance Rivalry | Susan Lee | 4.0 | 2025 | 368 | Similar vibes |
| To All The Boys I've Loved Before | Jenny Han | 0 | 2021 | 368 | Similar vibes |
| Check & Mate | Ali Hazelwood | 3.9 | 2023 | 353 | Similar vibes |
| Audre & Bash Are Just Friends | Tia Williams | 4.6 | 2025 | 384 | Similar vibes |
| Shatter Me📚 Series starter | Tahereh Mafi | 3.8 | 2011 | 339 | Start a new series |
| The Summer I Turned Pretty | Jenny Han | 4.4 | 2010 | 304 | Similar vibes |
| Looking for Alaska | John Green | 4.5 | 2008 | — | Similar vibes |
| Eleanor & Park | Rainbow Rowell | 4.4 | 2013 | — | Similar vibes |
| This Could Be Forever | Ebony LaDelle | 4.4 | 2025 | 384 | Similar vibes |
Authors Who Write Like Lynn Painter
If you enjoy Lynn Painter's writing style, explore these similar authors.
Frequently Asked Questions
What books are most similar to Better Than the Movies?
The most similar books to Better Than the Movies are Betting on You, The Romance Rivalry, To All The Boys I've Loved Before.
What should I read after Better Than the Movies?
After finishing Better Than the Movies, readers most commonly pick up Betting on You next. Alternatively, you might enjoy more books by Lynn Painter, such as Nothing Like the Movies.
Who writes books like Lynn Painter?
Authors similar to Lynn Painter include Elsie Silver, Lucy Score, Brynne Weaver, Tessa Bailey, Jenny Han.
What genre is Better Than the Movies?
Better Than the Movies is a Romance novel by Lynn Painter, published in 2021. It features elements of Fake Dating, Childhood Friends to Lovers, Neighbor Romance.
How long is Better Than the Movies?
Better Than the Movies is 356 pages long.
Does Better Than the Movies have romance/spice?
Better Than the Movies has a spice level of 1/5. This book has light romantic elements.
About Better Than the Movies
When Liz needs help winning back her childhood crush, she reluctantly accepts assistance from her annoying neighbor Wes, but their fake relationship starts feeling more real than her movie-perfect dreams. Painter delivers charming YA romance filled with classic movie references and heartfelt emotion about first love and self-discovery. A BookTok sensation that perfectly captures the magic of teenage romance, this novel explores themes of idealization versus reality, finding yourself, and discovering that sometimes the best love stories don't follow the script while celebrating the joy of classic romantic comedies and the messy reality of actual relationships.