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Why you'll love it:
This romance shares a playful yet grounded tone that will resonate with Things We Left Behind fans.
10 Best Books Like Things We Left Behind
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The best books like Things We Left Behind are:
- 1The Paradise Problem by Christina Lauren4.3
- 2Wildfire by Hannah Grace3.8
- 3The Christmas Fix by Lucy Score4.3
- 4Meet Me at the Lake by Carley Fortune0
- 5The Kiss Quotient by Helen Hoang0#1
- 6Whispers and Wildfire by Claire Kingsley4.6
- 7The Bromance Book Club by Lyssa Kay Adams0#1
- 8Icebreaker by Hannah Grace3.7#1
- 9Reminders of Him by Colleen Hoover0
- 10It Happened One Summer by Tessa Bailey4.3
When high-powered executive Sloane returns to her small hometown, she's forced to work with Lucian, the brooding contractor who broke her heart years ago
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by Hannah Grace
3.82023387 pages
Why you'll love it:
This romance shares a steamy and heartwarming tone that will resonate with Things We Left Behind fans.
3
by Lucy Score
4.32022388 pages
Why you'll love it:
Another Lucy Score book — if you love their writing style, this is a natural next pick.
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by Carley Fortune
0
Why you'll love it:
This romance shares a tender but heavy tone that will resonate with Things We Left Behind fans.
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The Kiss Quotient
Kiss Quotient #1 (works standalone)by Helen Hoang
02018
Why you'll love it:
This romance shares a tender and steamy tone that will resonate with Things We Left Behind fans.
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by Claire Kingsley
4.62025438 pages
Why you'll love it:
This romance shares a intense and passionate tone that will resonate with Things We Left Behind fans.
7
The Bromance Book Club
Bromance Book Club #1 (works standalone)by Lyssa Kay Adams
02019
Why you'll love it:
This romance shares a hopeful and humorous tone that will resonate with Things We Left Behind fans.
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Icebreaker
Maple Hills #1 (works standalone)by Hannah Grace
3.72022447 pages
Why you'll love it:
This romance shares a steamy and heartwarming tone that will resonate with Things We Left Behind fans.
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by Tessa Bailey
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Why you'll love it:
This romance shares a warm and steamy tone that will resonate with Things We Left Behind fans.
Quick Comparison: Books Like Things We Left Behind
| Book | Author | Rating | Year | Pages | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Paradise Problem | Christina Lauren | 4.3 | 2025 | 368 | Closest match |
| Wildfire | Hannah Grace | 3.8 | 2023 | 387 | Similar vibes |
| The Christmas Fix | Lucy Score | 4.3 | 2022 | 388 | Same author |
| Meet Me at the Lake | Carley Fortune | 0 | — | — | Similar vibes |
| The Kiss Quotient | Helen Hoang | 0 | 2018 | — | Similar vibes |
| Whispers and Wildfire | Claire Kingsley | 4.6 | 2025 | 438 | Similar vibes |
| The Bromance Book Club | Lyssa Kay Adams | 0 | 2019 | — | Similar vibes |
| Icebreaker | Hannah Grace | 3.7 | 2022 | 447 | Similar vibes |
| Reminders of Him | Colleen Hoover | 0 | 2022 | — | Similar vibes |
| It Happened One Summer | Tessa Bailey | 4.3 | 2021 | — | Similar vibes |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What books are most similar to Things We Left Behind?
The most similar books to Things We Left Behind are The Paradise Problem, Wildfire, The Christmas Fix.
What should I read after Things We Left Behind?
After finishing Things We Left Behind, readers most commonly pick up The Paradise Problem next. Alternatively, you might enjoy more books by Lucy Score, such as The Dead Guy Next Door.
Who writes books like Lucy Score?
Authors similar to Lucy Score include Colleen Hoover, Christina Lauren, Emily Henry.
What genre is Things We Left Behind?
Things We Left Behind is a Romance novel by Lucy Score. It features elements of Enemies to Lovers, Second Chance Romance, Small Town.
How long is Things We Left Behind?
Things We Left Behind varies in length depending on edition.
Does Things We Left Behind have romance/spice?
Things We Left Behind has a spice level of 4/5. This book contains explicit romantic content.
About Things We Left Behind
When high-powered executive Sloane returns to her small hometown, she's forced to work with Lucian, the brooding contractor who broke her heart years ago. As they renovate her grandmother's house together, old sparks reignite despite their vastly different lives and unresolved past. Score delivers a steamy enemies-to-lovers romance with emotional depth and small-town charm that explores themes of forgiveness, personal growth, and finding love where you least expect it. Ideal for contemporary romance fans who love second chances, small-town settings, and couples who challenge each other to become better people.