Books Like The Do-Over
Families who loved The Do-Over by Lynn Painter often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Families who loved The Do-Over by Lynn Painter often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
A parent would reach for this book when their teenager is paralyzed by the fear of making mistakes or is struggling to maintain a perfect image following a family upheaval like divorce. The story follows Emilie, who finds herself stuck in a repeating Valentine's Day where everything that can go wrong does. As she relives the same disastrous day, she begins to realize that her obsession with planning and people-pleasing is actually keeping her from living. This is a witty, contemporary romance that explores the messy beauty of imperfection. It is highly appropriate for ages 12 and up, offering a hopeful perspective on self-acceptance and the courage to stray from the script parents or peers expect us to follow.
