Families who loved If the Broom Fits by Sarah Sutton often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Reach for this book when your teenager is feeling isolated by social pressure to be happy or festive while they are secretly navigating a personal heartbreak. It is an ideal choice for a young person who tends to internalize their struggles or uses sarcasm to mask deeper pain. The story follows Blaire, a teen who despises Halloween because of painful associations with her past and her ex-boyfriend, Lucas. As Lucas tries to win her back through seasonal traditions, Blaire must decide if she is ready to stop hiding behind her bitterness and face the truth. This is a grounded, realistic contemporary romance that explores themes of honesty, grief, and the courage it takes to let people back in. It is developmentally appropriate for ages 13 and up, offering a safe space to discuss how secrets can impact mental health and relationships.