10 Best Books Like The Paper Palace

If you loved The Paper Palace by Miranda Cowley Heller, here are the most similar books our readers recommend.

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Elle's perfect summer morning is shattered when she must choose between her husband of twenty years and her oldest friend after a moment of passion threatens to destroy everything

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Hello BeautifulAnn Napolitano4.12023594Closest match
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Frequently Asked Questions

What books are most similar to The Paper Palace?

The most similar books to The Paper Palace are Hello Beautiful, The Sentence, Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow.

What should I read after The Paper Palace?

After finishing The Paper Palace, readers most commonly pick up Hello Beautiful next.

Who writes books like Miranda Cowley Heller?

Authors similar to Miranda Cowley Heller include Madeline Miller, Taylor Jenkins Reid, Brit Bennett, Patti Callahan Henry, Colson Whitehead.

What genre is The Paper Palace?

The Paper Palace is a Literary Fiction novel by Miranda Cowley Heller. It features elements of Love Triangle, Infidelity, Summer Setting.

How long is The Paper Palace?

The Paper Palace varies in length depending on edition.

Does The Paper Palace have romance/spice?

The Paper Palace has a spice level of 3/5. This book has moderate romantic content.

About The Paper Palace

Elle's perfect summer morning is shattered when she must choose between her husband of twenty years and her oldest friend after a moment of passion threatens to destroy everything. Set over the course of twenty-four hours with flashbacks spanning fifty years, this debut explores the complexities of desire, loyalty, and the weight of family history. Heller creates a stunning portrait of a woman at a crossroads, examining how our past shapes our present and the impossible choices that define our lives. Perfect for readers who enjoy literary fiction, complex family dynamics, and emotionally charged explorations of love and betrayal.