10 Best Books Like It Starts with Us
If you loved It Starts with Us by Colleen Hoover, here are the most similar books our readers recommend.
Quick Answer
The best books like It Starts with Us are:
- 1Reminders of Him by Colleen Hoover0
- 2Heart Bones by Colleen Hoover0
- 3Meet Me at the Lake by Carley Fortune0
- 4The Heart Principle by Helen Hoang0#3
- 5Virgin River by Robyn Carr0
- 6Say You'll Remember Me by Abby Jimenez0
- 7Happy Place by Emily Henry3.9
- 8Things We Never Got Over by Lucy Score0#1
- 9One True Loves by Taylor Jenkins Reid0
- 10Love and Other Words by Christina Lauren4.5
Lily's chance encounter with her first love Atlas reopens possibilities for happiness while she navigates co-parenting with her abusive ex-husband Ryle, forcing her to choose between safety and the lo
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Detailed Recommendations
by Colleen Hoover
Why you'll love it:
Another Colleen Hoover book — if you love their writing style, this is a natural next pick.
by Carley Fortune
Why you'll love it:
This romance shares a tender but heavy tone that will resonate with It Starts with Us fans.
The Heart Principle
Kiss Quotient #3 (works standalone)by Helen Hoang
Why you'll love it:
This romance shares a heavy but healing tone that will resonate with It Starts with Us fans.
by Abby Jimenez
Why you'll love it:
This romance shares a earnest and hopeful tone that will resonate with It Starts with Us fans.
by Emily Henry
Why you'll love it:
This romance shares a bittersweet and raw tone that will resonate with It Starts with Us fans.
Things We Never Got Over
Knockemout #1 (works standalone)by Lucy Score
Why you'll love it:
This romance shares a angsty but healing tone that will resonate with It Starts with Us fans.
by Christina Lauren
Why you'll love it:
This romance shares a heartbreaking but healing tone that will resonate with It Starts with Us fans.
Quick Comparison: Books Like It Starts with Us
| Book | Author | Rating | Year | Pages | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reminders of Him | Colleen Hoover | 0 | 2022 | — | Same author |
| Heart Bones | Colleen Hoover | 0 | — | — | Same author |
| Meet Me at the Lake | Carley Fortune | 0 | — | — | Similar vibes |
| The Heart Principle | Helen Hoang | 0 | — | — | Similar vibes |
| Virgin River | Robyn Carr | 0 | 2007 | — | Similar vibes |
| Say You'll Remember Me | Abby Jimenez | 0 | — | — | Similar vibes |
| Happy Place | Emily Henry | 3.9 | 2023 | 400 | Similar vibes |
| Things We Never Got Over | Lucy Score | 0 | 2022 | — | Similar vibes |
| One True Loves | Taylor Jenkins Reid | 0 | 2016 | — | Similar vibes |
| Love and Other Words | Christina Lauren | 4.5 | 2018 | — | Similar vibes |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What books are most similar to It Starts with Us?
The most similar books to It Starts with Us are Reminders of Him, Heart Bones, Meet Me at the Lake.
What should I read after It Starts with Us?
After finishing It Starts with Us, readers most commonly pick up Reminders of Him next. Alternatively, you might enjoy more books by Colleen Hoover, such as Heart Bones.
Who writes books like Colleen Hoover?
Authors similar to Colleen Hoover include Jodi Picoult, Kristin Hannah, Taylor Jenkins Reid.
What genre is It Starts with Us?
It Starts with Us is a Romance novel by Colleen Hoover. It features elements of Second Chance Romance, Single Parent, Healing/Recovery Romance.
How long is It Starts with Us?
It Starts with Us varies in length depending on edition.
Does It Starts with Us have romance/spice?
It Starts with Us has a spice level of 3/5. This book has moderate romantic content.
About It Starts with Us
Lily's chance encounter with her first love Atlas reopens possibilities for happiness while she navigates co-parenting with her abusive ex-husband Ryle, forcing her to choose between safety and the love she's always wanted. As Lily builds a new life with her daughter, she must decide whether she's strong enough to trust again and whether Atlas can be part of their healing journey. Hoover continues Lily's story with sensitivity and hope while addressing the complex realities of leaving abuse, co-parenting with an abuser, and finding the courage to love again after trauma. Essential for readers of "It Ends with Us" and perfect for contemporary romance fans who appreciate emotional depth, domestic violence recovery themes, and stories about building healthy relationships after surviving toxic ones.