A few of the heartfelt reads featured in this post — perfect for fans of Great Big Beautiful Life.
Heartfelt, hopeful, and quietly unforgettable — if you loved Great Big Beautiful Life, start here next.
Ever finish a book that lingers long after you’ve closed the last page? That’s Great Big Beautiful Life — a story that feels equal parts heartbreak and healing. Emily Henry captures those imperfect moments of love and self-discovery that make you laugh one minute and tear up the next.
If you’ve been searching for stories that deliver that same blend of humor, hope, and heart, I’ve gathered a few favorites that hit all the right notes — from small-town charm to emotional second chances.
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1) Funny Story — Emily Henry
This one’s a must if you’re not ready to let go of Henry’s wit and heart. A roommate situation gone delightfully wrong, layered with humor and second chances. It’s her signature style — cozy yet complicated, with plenty of emotional payoff.
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2) One Golden Summer — Carley Fortune
Beach-town nostalgia, family ties, and a rekindled connection that reminds us how love often circles back when you least expect it. Perfect for fans of Meet Me at the Lake or Every Summer After.
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3) First-Time Caller — B.K. Borison
If you adore small-town banter and found-family vibes, this new series delivers heart-fluttering moments and cozy community charm. It’s a gentle, feel-good romance made for fall evenings.
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4) Earl Crush — Alexandra Vasti
A historical romance with sharp wit and real emotional resonance. Vasti captures that same depth of longing and redemption Henry fans will recognize — just in a Regency setting with irresistible banter.
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Up now on the blog:
Heart So Haunted
and
Say You’ll Remember Me.
Both explore love after loss, second chances, and the kind of emotional depth that makes fall reading unforgettable.
Bonus Picks to Add to Your TBR
Still browsing for your next read? These three titles pair perfectly with the heartfelt tone of Great Big Beautiful Life — full of humor, redemption, and new beginnings.
- The Rom-Commers — Katherine Center (screenwriting chemistry + emotional depth)
- The Paradise Problem — Christina Lauren (fun, witty, and escapist)
- The Summer Book Club — Susan Mallery (friendship, healing, and second chances)
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- One Golden Summer — Carley Fortune (second-chance, coastal vibes)
- First-Time Caller — B.K. Borison (found family, small-town warmth)
- Earl Crush — Alexandra Vasti (library setting, smart banter)
- The Fortuity Arrangement — Maeve Greyson (Highland romance, fate and family)
- Ferry Merry — Debbie Macomber (heartwarming holiday novella)
- Snow Kissed — RaeAnne Thayne (grief, healing, and new beginnings in a winter setting)
November is shaping up to be full of warmth, redemption arcs, and a sprinkle of holiday magic — perfect for readers easing into cozy season.
Whether you’re drawn to emotional depth, small-town comfort, or second chances, these stories promise that same balance of laughter and longing that made Great Big Beautiful Life unforgettable.
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