10 Best Books Like The Love Hypothesis
If you loved The Love Hypothesis by Ali Hazelwood, here are the most similar books our readers recommend.
Quick Answer
The best books like The Love Hypothesis are:
- 1The Hating Game by Sally Thorne0
- 2The Love Wager by Lynn Painter3.9
- 3Throne Off Course by Hailee Carmel4.4
- 4Beach Read by Emily Henry4.0
- 5The Love Haters by Katherine Center0
- 6The Royal Treatment by Melanie Summers4.4
- 7People We Meet on Vacation by Emily Henry0
- 8Mr. Wrong Number by Lynn Painter3.7
- 9Yours Truly by Abby Jimenez0#2
- 10The Hotel Nantucket by Elin Hilderbrand0
When third-year PhD student Olive Smith claims to be dating the intimidating Professor Adam Carlsen to convince her best friend to pursue her own happiness
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Detailed Recommendations
by Lynn Painter
Why you'll love it:
This romance shares a light and playful tone that will resonate with The Love Hypothesis fans.
by Hailee Carmel
Why you'll love it:
This romance shares a witty and heartwarming tone that will resonate with The Love Hypothesis fans.
by Emily Henry
Why you'll love it:
This romance shares a bittersweet and healing tone that will resonate with The Love Hypothesis fans.
by Katherine Center
Why you'll love it:
This romance shares a warm but bittersweet tone that will resonate with The Love Hypothesis fans.
by Melanie Summers
Why you'll love it:
This romance shares a playful and heartwarming tone that will resonate with The Love Hypothesis fans.
by Emily Henry
Why you'll love it:
This romance shares a tender and aching tone that will resonate with The Love Hypothesis fans.
by Lynn Painter
Why you'll love it:
This romance shares a playful and warm tone that will resonate with The Love Hypothesis fans.
Yours Truly
Part of Your World #2 (works standalone)by Abby Jimenez
Why you'll love it:
This romance shares a warm and gentle tone that will resonate with The Love Hypothesis fans.
by Elin Hilderbrand
Why you'll love it:
This romance shares a warm and escapist tone that will resonate with The Love Hypothesis fans.
Quick Comparison: Books Like The Love Hypothesis
| Book | Author | Rating | Year | Pages | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Hating Game | Sally Thorne | 0 | 2016 | — | Closest match |
| The Love Wager | Lynn Painter | 3.9 | 2023 | 315 | Similar vibes |
| Throne Off Course | Hailee Carmel | 4.4 | 2025 | 374 | Similar vibes |
| Beach Read | Emily Henry | 4.0 | 2020 | 358 | Similar vibes |
| The Love Haters | Katherine Center | 0 | — | — | Similar vibes |
| The Royal Treatment | Melanie Summers | 4.4 | 2017 | — | Similar vibes |
| People We Meet on Vacation | Emily Henry | 0 | 2021 | 395 | Similar vibes |
| Mr. Wrong Number | Lynn Painter | 3.7 | 2022 | 350 | Similar vibes |
| Yours Truly | Abby Jimenez | 0 | 2023 | — | Similar vibes |
| The Hotel Nantucket | Elin Hilderbrand | 0 | — | — | Similar vibes |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What books are most similar to The Love Hypothesis?
The most similar books to The Love Hypothesis are The Hating Game, The Love Wager, Throne Off Course.
What should I read after The Love Hypothesis?
After finishing The Love Hypothesis, readers most commonly pick up The Hating Game next. Alternatively, you might enjoy more books by Ali Hazelwood, such as Deep End.
Who writes books like Ali Hazelwood?
Authors similar to Ali Hazelwood include Christina Lauren, Emily Henry, Casey McQuiston.
What genre is The Love Hypothesis?
The Love Hypothesis is a Romance novel by Ali Hazelwood, published in 2021. It features elements of Opposites Attract, Enemies to Lovers, Friends to Lovers.
How long is The Love Hypothesis?
The Love Hypothesis varies in length depending on edition.
Does The Love Hypothesis have romance/spice?
The Love Hypothesis has a spice level of 2/5. This book has moderate romantic content.
About The Love Hypothesis
When third-year PhD student Olive Smith claims to be dating the intimidating Professor Adam Carlsen to convince her best friend to pursue her own happiness, she never expects the fake relationship to feel so real. Hazelwood's debut novel perfectly captures the pressure cooker environment of graduate school while delivering a swoony romance. Praised for its authentic portrayal of academia and STEM fields, this enemies-to-lovers story celebrates intellectual women, scientific passion, and the hypothesis that opposites attract.