Lola And The Boy Next Door May 2026

Lola and the Boy Next Door by Stephanie Perkins is a vibrant, heartwarming contemporary romance that celebrates individuality and the complexity of first loves.

It’s more than just a sweet romance; it’s a story about the transition from the person you think you should be to the person you actually are. Cricket Bell has often been cited as one of the "ultimate" YA book boyfriends because he appreciates Lola’s eccentricity without trying to dim her light. Lola and the Boy Next Door

The novel breathes fresh life into this classic dynamic, focusing on the history and "what-ifs" that come with growing up alongside someone. Lola and the Boy Next Door by Stephanie

Everything changes when the Bell twins move back in next door. Calliope and Cricket Bell left years ago, taking Lola’s heart—and her dignity—with them. While Calliope is a competitive figure skater with a frosty exterior, Cricket is an inventor with a penchant for Rube Goldberg machines and a quiet, soulful charm. The novel breathes fresh life into this classic

Lola Nolan is a budding costume designer who lives by one rule: more is more. She doesn't believe in "outfits," only costumes, and her life in San Francisco is as colorful as her wig collection. She has a supportive pair of dads and a rock-star boyfriend, Max, who seems perfect on paper.