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Emily Lowry Books in Order

  • 13 Books
  • 2020 – 2022 Published

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How to Read Emily Lowry's Sweet YA Romances

Emily Lowry has become a favorite storyteller for readers looking for clean, sweet, and comforting young adult romances. Set against nostalgic backdrops of high school hallways, prep schools, and coastal towns, her books deliver maximum swoon with zero explicit content. While each of her novels is written as a standalone story featuring a different couple, they are set in shared universes where characters frequently cross over. Reading them in order allows you to see the couples' relationships evolve and avoids minor spoilers for previous books.

The Recommended Starting Points

If you are new to Emily Lowry's books, there are two primary entry points we recommend depending on the tropes you love most:

  • For Fake Dating Fans: Start with Chase Jones Is My Fake Boyfriend, the first book in the Rumors and Lies at Evermore High series. This is arguably her most famous series and sets the tone for her trademark mix of high school drama and sweet chemistry.
  • For Classic Sports Romance Lovers: Start with It Had to Be Mason, the first book in the Beachbreak High series. This book features a delightful dance-lessons-for-dating-advice deal between a shy dancer and a popular quarterback.

Rumors and Lies at Evermore High Series

The Rumors and Lies at Evermore High series is packed with high school gossip, secret identities, and forbidden love. It is best read in publication order to see the overlapping timelines and cameo appearances of the students at Evermore High.

  1. Chase Jones Is My Fake Boyfriend (2020): Abby, a school journalist, and Chase, the star quarterback, team up for a fake relationship to clear their names of rumors, only to discover real feelings.
  2. Trey Carter is My Rebel Boyfriend (2020): Focuses on the school's notorious rebel and the good girl who finds herself drawn into his orbit.
  3. Dylan Ramirez is My Forbidden Boyfriend (2020): Explores a forbidden romance trope filled with secrets and high emotional stakes.
  4. Noah Lyons is My Movie Star Boyfriend (2020): A sweet romance featuring a teen movie star trying to live a normal high school life while falling for an ordinary classmate.
  5. Kai Taylor is My Enemy Boyfriend (2021): The series conclusion. Mackayla Lafelle, a gamer outcast, agrees to help star basketball player Kai Taylor pass his video game production class in exchange for him helping her run for Prom Queen.

Beachbreak High Series

Set in a sunny coastal town, the Beachbreak High series features sweet, lighthearted stories focused on personal growth, sports, and first loves.

  1. It Had to Be Mason (2020): Zoe Walsh is a shy dancer who strikes a bargain with quarterback Mason. She teaches him how to dance for a family wedding, and he teaches her how to navigate the social scene.
  2. It Could Only Be Tyler (2020): A sweet continuation focusing on Tyler's road to romance and self-acceptance.
  3. It Was Always Jace (2021): Features the classic boy-next-door dynamic and the comforting journey from friends to lovers.
  4. It Was Still Asher (2021): Follows Asher as he navigates the challenges of high school while finding unexpected romance.

Hallisburg Prep Series

Moving from public high schools to an elite prep school, the Hallisburg Prep series dials up the academic banter, rivals-to-lovers tension, and sweet class dynamics.

  1. The Boy I Love to Hate (2021): Introduces Sutton and Mia in a witty enemies-to-lovers story that establishes the social hierarchy of Hallisburg Prep.
  2. The Boy Who Steals Hearts (2022): Explores the quiet, swoony moments of a heartstealer matching wits with a girl who refuses to fall for his tricks.
  3. The Only Boy Off Limits (2022): Deals with the ultimate forbidden crush dynamic at prep school.

Standalone Novellas and Holiday Stories

If you want a quick, festive read, Emily Lowry has also published a sweet holiday companion piece:

  • The Christmas Crush (2020): This sweet holiday novella follows Marley Beekman as she reconnects with her childhood friend, Ryan Kennedy, over the Christmas break, bringing all the cozy holiday vibes.

Chronological Order vs. Publication Order

Because Emily Lowry writes her books as companion novels rather than direct sequels, chronological timeline shifts are very minor. The books within each series take place roughly during the same school year or in immediate succession. We highly recommend reading each series in publication order. This ensures that when a past couple makes a cameo appearance or is mentioned in passing, you already know their story, which adds a rewarding layer of continuity to your reading experience.

Frequently Asked

Do I need to read Emily Lowry's books in order?

No, you do not. Every book by Emily Lowry is written as a standalone romance with a complete resolution. However, reading them in publication order within each series is recommended to avoid minor spoilers regarding who ends up together in previous books.

Which Emily Lowry book should I read first?

The best starting point is It Had to Be Mason (for Beachbreak High) or Chase Jones Is My Fake Boyfriend (for Evermore High). Both introduce the core themes and style of her writing perfectly.

Are Emily Lowry's books clean and sweet?

Yes, all of Emily Lowry's books are classified as sweet YA romance. They feature kissing and emotional depth but contain no explicit content, making them suitable for teens and adult readers alike.

What is the order of the Rumors and Lies series?

The order is: Chase Jones Is My Fake Boyfriend, Trey Carter is My Rebel Boyfriend, Dylan Ramirez is My Forbidden Boyfriend, Noah Lyons is My Movie Star Boyfriend, and Kai Taylor is My Enemy Boyfriend.

Is Hallisburg Prep connected to Evermore High?

No, the Hallisburg Prep series is set in a different school environment with a fresh cast of characters, although it shares the same sweet romance tone as her other series.