Common Sense Media Review
Love, drama in fun tale of Swiftie besties in high school.
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Why Age 12+?
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What's the Story?
The Taylors' high school era begins in LOVE STORIES, and the four best friends plan to reach their goals and support each other along the way. But when romantic relationships bring drama, their friendships are put to the test: Tay develops a connection with her guitar-playing lab partner, TS crushes on a charming British soccer teammate, Taylor is drawn to an older bad boy, and Teffy falls for the boy next door. As the school year goes on, the girls are challenged to navigate these relationships while staying true to themselves, and each other.
Is It Any Good?
Like its sister novel, this fun book is chock-full of Easter eggs that Swifties will pick up on: song lyrics, music videos, and other fandom-centric themes. All four Taylors are worth cheering for; they're relatable and emotionally honest, and they learn from their mistakes. Aside from the major romance plots in the book, there's also focus on friendships and family bonds, including warm, memorable father-daughter moments between Tay and Mr. Johnson. The conflicts explored in this book are a bit more complex, and certainly lead to more hurt feelings—but the result is growth in empathy and heartfelt moments between characters. Young readers who enjoy female-driven stories with heart, relatable emotions, and feel‑good moments will enjoy following the Taylors in this installment of their coming-of-age journey.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about the importance of empathy. How do the Taylors demonstrate this in moments of conflict?
How do the Taylors' experiences show what makes a healthy (vs. an unhealthy) relationship?
Did any character make a decision you would have decided differently? Why?
Book Details
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- Genre : Contemporary Fiction
- Topics : Activism ( Civic engagement ) , Arts ( Music and Sing-Along ) , Family Stories ( Single Parents ) , Friendship , School ( High School )
- Character Strengths : Communication , Empathy , Integrity , Teamwork
- Book type : Fiction
- Publisher : Scholastic Inc.
- Publication date : October 7, 2025
- Publisher's recommended age(s) : 12 - 18
- Number of pages : 234
- Available on : Paperback, Nook, Audiobook (unabridged), Apple Books, Kindle
- Last updated : January 15, 2026
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