Te amo, Je t’aime, I Love You… (Top 10 Tuesday)

1. “Then She Was Gone” by Lisa Jewell

Genre: Thriller

Surprisingly, this was one of the first books I thought of for this prompt! This definitely isn’t a romantic book, and it’s probably not the first one you think when you think about love. However, the mother’s undying love for her daughter really shines through in this book. She won’t give up or move on until she’s discovered what happened to her, and to me that’s really a testament to the love that many mothers and daughters share.

You can find the Goodreads synopsis of Then She Was Gone HERE. You can also find my review of the book here!

2. “Little Women” by Louisa May Alcott

Genre: Classic

The love the March family shares in this book is almost overwhelming! There is so much love in this book, it made my heart so happy while reading it. You can find my review of the book here!

You can find the Goodreads synopsis for Little Women HERE.

3. “Hachiko Waits” by Leslea Newman

Genre: Historical Fiction

Hachiko waits is inspired by a true story about a dog, Hachiko, who would always wait for his owner at the train station until he returned home from work. One day, the owner dies while at work and never returns home. The dog is so loyal, however, that he continues to return to the train station and wait for his owner every day for the rest of his life. It’s heartbreaking, but it’s also a wonderful portrayal of the love between man and man’s best friend. I know for me, the love I’ve had for my dogs over the years is something so special.

You can find the Goodreads synopsis of Hachiko Waits HERE.

4. “The Meaning of Birds” by Jaye Robin Brown

Genre: YA Fiction

This is such a wonderful story about first love and loss. However, it’s also about the value of platonic love, and the importance of finding your passion in life; the hobbies and activities you love and that give your life purpose. I love how much love there is in this book! You can check out my review here!

You can find the Goodreads synopsis of The Meaning of Birds HERE.

5. “Ivy Aberdeen’s Letter to the World” by Ashley Herring Blake

Genre: Realistic Fiction (Middle Grade)

Another great story about first love, as well as the enduring love of family! It also portrays platonic love and the ups and downs of adolescent friendships. A great addition to any classroom library (grades 5 and up)!

You can find the Goodreads synopsis of Ivy Aberdeen’s Letter to the World HERE.

6. “The Nightingale” by Kristin Hannah

Genre: Historical Fiction

A heartbreaking but also uplifting story about love and loss, but especially the special love shared between sisters. Through all of their ups and downs, these sisters never stopped caring and fighting for each other. There is also romantic love and father-daughter love portrayed in this novel, but the sisterly love really takes centerstage and makes this story special.

You can find the Goodreads synopsis of The Nightingale HERE.

7. “Matilda” by Roald Dahl

Genre: Fantasy

I can’t believe I didn’t read this one until I was an adult, especially considering how much I’ve always loved the movie. This is actually one of the rare instances in which I think the movie was better! I chose this book for this list because of Matilda’s love for books and learning. She’s constantly fighting for that love throughout the story, and that passion is something I’ve always related to.

You can find the Goodreads synopsis of Matilda HERE.

8. “Essays in Love” by Alain de Botton

Genre: Essay Collection, Fiction

I read this for an English course in college. I think it actually had something to do with love and literature? The class itself wasn’t all that memorable, but what I do remember is how much I ended up enjoying this book when I wasn’t expecting to. I rarely read essay collections, and I remember the narrator of this one kind of irritating me at first. However, it provides such a unique perspective on love and relationships, and it was really eye-opening for me. I wish I could remember the details more clearly, but I guess that just means I’ll have to re-read it at some point!

You can find the Goodreads synopsis of Essays in Love HERE.

9. “The Kiss Quotient” by Helen Hoang

Genre: Romance

This is the only book on this list that I actually haven’t read yet! I almost never read romance novels, but this one sounded really cute. I can’t wait to read it!

You can find the Goodreads synopsis of The Kiss Quotient HERE.

10. “Sundays at Tiffany’s” by James Patterson

Genre: Romance

I read this one in high school and I think it was one of the first romance novels I had ever read. At the time, it swept me off my feet! I remember it being so romantic and dramatic, so I think it’s the perfect way to end this love-themed list!

You can find the Goodreads synopsis for Sundays at Tiffany’s HERE.