{"title":"Young Adult Coming-of-Age Books","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"316\" data-end=\"832\"\u003eYoung adult coming-of-age stories capture the moments that change everything — first realizations, painful mistakes, deep friendships, and the slow understanding of who you are and who you want to be. These books focus on emotional growth rather than grand spectacle, proving that becoming yourself can be the most powerful journey of all. If you’re looking for stories that feel honest, personal, and unforgettable, \u003cstrong data-start=\"733\" data-end=\"832\"\u003eexplore our Young Adult Coming-of-Age Books collection and discover stories that grow with you.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"834\" data-end=\"1127\"\u003eYoung adult coming-of-age books follow teens and young protagonists as they navigate the transition from childhood to adulthood. Identity, belonging, love, family, friendship, and self-acceptance take center stage. The conflicts may be quiet or dramatic, but they are always deeply meaningful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1129\" data-end=\"1287\"\u003eFrom realistic contemporary stories to fantasy and speculative settings, coming-of-age narratives explore universal emotions through unforgettable characters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1129\" data-end=\"1287\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/coming-of-age-01.webp?v=1770287129\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1289\" data-end=\"1341\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1289\" data-end=\"1341\"\u003eWhy Readers Love Young Adult Coming-of-Age Books\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1343\" data-end=\"1459\"\u003eComing-of-age stories resonate because they reflect real emotional experiences. Readers are drawn to this genre for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1461\" data-end=\"1657\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1461\" data-end=\"1513\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1463\" data-end=\"1513\"\u003eRelatable characters facing authentic challenges\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1514\" data-end=\"1555\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1516\" data-end=\"1555\"\u003eEmotional honesty and personal growth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1556\" data-end=\"1605\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1558\" data-end=\"1605\"\u003eStories about identity, belonging, and change\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1606\" data-end=\"1657\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1608\" data-end=\"1657\"\u003eA balance of hope, struggle, and self-discovery\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1659\" data-end=\"1745\"\u003eThese books feel personal because they mirror moments readers recognize in themselves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1747\" data-end=\"1785\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1747\" data-end=\"1785\"\u003eWhat Defines a Coming-of-Age Story\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1787\" data-end=\"1876\"\u003eAt the heart of every coming-of-age book is transformation. These stories are defined by:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1878\" data-end=\"2071\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1878\" data-end=\"1923\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1880\" data-end=\"1923\"\u003eA young protagonist learning who they are\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1924\" data-end=\"1976\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1926\" data-end=\"1976\"\u003eEmotional growth shaped by experience and choice\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1977\" data-end=\"2028\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1979\" data-end=\"2028\"\u003eShifts in perspective, values, or relationships\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2029\" data-end=\"2071\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2031\" data-end=\"2071\"\u003eMoments that mark the end of innocence\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2073\" data-end=\"2125\"\u003eThe journey is internal — but the impact is lasting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2127\" data-end=\"2183\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2127\" data-end=\"2183\"\u003eYoung Adult Coming-of-Age Subgenres You’ll Find Here\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2185\" data-end=\"2396\"\u003eYoung adult coming-of-age stories appear across many genres, offering diverse settings while keeping emotional growth at the core. Within this collection, you’ll find stories across key subcategories, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2398\" data-end=\"3064\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2398\" data-end=\"2501\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2400\" data-end=\"2501\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2400\" data-end=\"2430\"\u003eContemporary Coming-of-Age\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2430\" data-end=\"2433\"\u003eRealistic stories about school, family, friendship, and identity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2503\" data-end=\"2589\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2505\" data-end=\"2589\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2505\" data-end=\"2531\"\u003eRomantic Coming-of-Age\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2531\" data-end=\"2534\"\u003eFirst love, heartbreak, and emotional vulnerability\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2591\" data-end=\"2693\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2593\" data-end=\"2693\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2593\" data-end=\"2632\"\u003eFantasy \u0026amp; Speculative Coming-of-Age\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2632\" data-end=\"2635\"\u003eGrowth shaped by magic, power, or extraordinary worlds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2695\" data-end=\"2786\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2697\" data-end=\"2786\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2697\" data-end=\"2721\"\u003eLGBTQ+ Coming-of-Age\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2721\" data-end=\"2724\"\u003eStories exploring identity, self-acceptance, and belonging\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2788\" data-end=\"2885\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2790\" data-end=\"2885\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2790\" data-end=\"2823\"\u003eFamily-Centered Coming-of-Age\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2823\" data-end=\"2826\"\u003eNavigating parental expectations, conflict, and healing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2887\" data-end=\"2968\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2889\" data-end=\"2968\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2889\" data-end=\"2918\"\u003eFriendship-Driven Stories\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2918\" data-end=\"2921\"\u003eBonds that define youth and shape adulthood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2970\" data-end=\"3064\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2972\" data-end=\"3064\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2972\" data-end=\"3000\"\u003eHistorical Coming-of-Age\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3000\" data-end=\"3003\"\u003eGrowing up within specific cultural or historical moments\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3066\" data-end=\"3155\"\u003eEach subgenre offers a different path — but the destination is always self-understanding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3066\" data-end=\"3155\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/coming-of-age-02.webp?v=1770287129\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3157\" data-end=\"3200\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3157\" data-end=\"3200\"\u003eIdentity, Belonging, and Self-Discovery\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3202\" data-end=\"3289\"\u003eMany coming-of-age books focus on the search for identity. These stories often explore:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3291\" data-end=\"3467\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3291\" data-end=\"3348\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3293\" data-end=\"3348\"\u003eQuestioning who you are and who you’re expected to be\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3349\" data-end=\"3390\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3351\" data-end=\"3390\"\u003eFeeling out of place or misunderstood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3391\" data-end=\"3428\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3393\" data-end=\"3428\"\u003eLearning to embrace individuality\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3429\" data-end=\"3467\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3431\" data-end=\"3467\"\u003eFinding confidence through honesty\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3469\" data-end=\"3538\"\u003eThe tension comes from internal conflict rather than external danger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3540\" data-end=\"3582\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3540\" data-end=\"3582\"\u003eFriendship, Love, and Emotional Firsts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3584\" data-end=\"3689\"\u003eComing-of-age stories often revolve around relationships that leave lasting marks. Common themes include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3691\" data-end=\"3849\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3691\" data-end=\"3731\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3693\" data-end=\"3731\"\u003eDeep friendships that change or fade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3732\" data-end=\"3771\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3734\" data-end=\"3771\"\u003eFirst crushes and first heartbreaks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3772\" data-end=\"3815\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3774\" data-end=\"3815\"\u003eLearning trust and emotional boundaries\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3816\" data-end=\"3849\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3818\" data-end=\"3849\"\u003eChoosing connection over fear\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3851\" data-end=\"3912\"\u003eThese moments shape how characters see themselves and others.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3914\" data-end=\"3950\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3914\" data-end=\"3950\"\u003eFamily, Expectations, and Change\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3952\" data-end=\"4041\"\u003eFamily dynamics play a major role in many YA coming-of-age novels. These stories explore:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"4043\" data-end=\"4206\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4043\" data-end=\"4076\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4045\" data-end=\"4076\"\u003ePressure to meet expectations\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4077\" data-end=\"4114\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4079\" data-end=\"4114\"\u003eCultural or generational conflict\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4115\" data-end=\"4156\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4117\" data-end=\"4156\"\u003eRedefining relationships with parents\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4157\" data-end=\"4206\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4159\" data-end=\"4206\"\u003eLearning when to hold on — and when to let go\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4208\" data-end=\"4262\"\u003eGrowing up often means renegotiating where you belong.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4208\" data-end=\"4262\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/coming-of-age-03.webp?v=1770287129\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4264\" data-end=\"4303\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4264\" data-end=\"4303\"\u003eQuiet Conflict and Emotional Impact\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4305\" data-end=\"4386\"\u003eComing-of-age stories don’t rely on constant action. Instead, readers can expect:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"4388\" data-end=\"4559\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4388\" data-end=\"4426\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4390\" data-end=\"4426\"\u003eEmotionally charged turning points\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4427\" data-end=\"4468\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4429\" data-end=\"4468\"\u003eHonest conversations and realizations\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4469\" data-end=\"4509\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4471\" data-end=\"4509\"\u003eMoments of loss, clarity, and growth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4510\" data-end=\"4559\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4512\" data-end=\"4559\"\u003eEndings that feel earned rather than dramatic\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4561\" data-end=\"4606\"\u003eThe power lies in recognition, not spectacle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4608\" data-end=\"4651\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4608\" data-end=\"4651\"\u003ePopular Young Adult Coming-of-Age Reads\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4653\" data-end=\"4794\"\u003eIf you’re looking for defining titles that capture the heart of the genre, these young adult coming-of-age books are widely loved by readers:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"4796\" data-end=\"5418\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4796\" data-end=\"4928\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4798\" data-end=\"4928\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/surprisecastle.com\/products\/the-perks-of-being-a-wallflower-9781451696196\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4798\" data-end=\"4851\"\u003eThe Perks of Being a Wallflower – Stephen Chbosky\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4851\" data-end=\"4854\"\u003eA deeply emotional story about friendship, trauma, and self-acceptance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4930\" data-end=\"5042\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4932\" data-end=\"5042\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/surprisecastle.com\/products\/looking-for-alaska-9780525475064\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4932\" data-end=\"4967\"\u003eLooking for Alaska – John Green\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4967\" data-end=\"4970\"\u003eA reflective coming-of-age novel centered on loss, love, and meaning\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"5044\" data-end=\"5196\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5046\" data-end=\"5196\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/surprisecastle.com\/products\/the-aristotle-and-dante-collection-boxed-set-aristotle-and-dante-discover-the-secrets-of-the-universe-aristotle-and-dante-dive-into-the-waters-of-9781665957311\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"5046\" data-end=\"5129\"\u003eAristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe – Benjamin Alire Sáenz\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"5129\" data-end=\"5132\"\u003eA tender exploration of identity, friendship, and first love\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"5198\" data-end=\"5309\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5200\" data-end=\"5309\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/surprisecastle.com\/products\/eleanor-park-9781250012579\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"5200\" data-end=\"5235\"\u003eEleanor \u0026amp; Park – Rainbow Rowell\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"5235\" data-end=\"5238\"\u003eA powerful coming-of-age romance about vulnerability and connection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"5311\" data-end=\"5418\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5313\" data-end=\"5418\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"5313\" data-end=\"5344\"\u003eThe Outsiders – S.E. Hinton\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"5344\" data-end=\"5347\"\u003eA timeless coming-of-age story about loyalty, class, and growing up\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5420\" data-end=\"5494\"\u003eThese books show how deeply personal — and universal — the journey can be.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5496\" data-end=\"5542\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"5496\" data-end=\"5542\"\u003eHow to Choose the Right Coming-of-Age Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5544\" data-end=\"5646\"\u003eThe best coming-of-age story depends on what kind of growth you want to explore. Consider these paths:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"5648\" data-end=\"5903\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"5648\" data-end=\"5692\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5650\" data-end=\"5692\"\u003eContemporary stories grounded in realism\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"5693\" data-end=\"5736\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5695\" data-end=\"5736\"\u003eEmotion-driven romances and friendships\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"5737\" data-end=\"5784\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5739\" data-end=\"5784\"\u003eLGBTQ+ stories about identity and belonging\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"5785\" data-end=\"5841\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5787\" data-end=\"5841\"\u003eFantasy or speculative settings with personal stakes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"5842\" data-end=\"5903\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5844\" data-end=\"5903\"\u003eQuiet, reflective narratives with strong emotional payoff\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5905\" data-end=\"5953\"\u003eComing-of-age books reward empathy and patience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5905\" data-end=\"5953\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/coming-of-age-04.webp?v=1770287129\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5955\" data-end=\"5966\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"5955\" data-end=\"5966\"\u003eSummary\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5968\" data-end=\"6030\"\u003eYoung Adult Coming-of-Age Books focus on becoming who you are.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"6032\" data-end=\"6152\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"6032\" data-end=\"6071\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6034\" data-end=\"6071\"\u003eEmotional growth and self-discovery\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"6072\" data-end=\"6109\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6074\" data-end=\"6109\"\u003eRelationships that shape identity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"6110\" data-end=\"6152\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6112\" data-end=\"6152\"\u003eStories grounded in honesty and change\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6154\" data-end=\"6303\"\u003eWhether set in a classroom, a small town, or a fantastical world, coming-of-age stories remind us that growth is rarely easy — but always meaningful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6305\" data-end=\"6475\"\u003eIf you’re ready for stories that feel personal, reflective, and true, \u003cstrong data-start=\"6375\" data-end=\"6475\"\u003eexplore our Young Adult Coming-of-Age Books collection and find a journey that mirrors your own.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6477\" data-end=\"6485\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"6477\" data-end=\"6485\"\u003eFAQs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6487\" data-end=\"6622\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"6487\" data-end=\"6520\"\u003eWhat is a coming-of-age book?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"6520\" data-end=\"6523\"\u003eA coming-of-age book focuses on a young character’s emotional growth and transition into adulthood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6624\" data-end=\"6774\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"6624\" data-end=\"6670\"\u003eAre YA coming-of-age books only realistic?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"6670\" data-end=\"6673\"\u003eNo. They can be set in fantasy, sci-fi, or historical worlds while still focusing on personal growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6776\" data-end=\"6888\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"6776\" data-end=\"6819\"\u003eDo coming-of-age books include romance?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"6819\" data-end=\"6822\"\u003eOften yes. 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