Emily Henry Books Ranked
Emily Henry has quickly become one of my favorite authors. Her beach romances are a genre of romance that I cannot get enough of. If you have read and loved Emily Henry’s books as I do, this is the list for you!
These romances are perfect beach stories that will have you turning the pages as fast as you can read. Emily Henry created a niche for herself in the romance world and I love it. If you are looking for more vacation books, check out Books Like People We Meet on Vacation.
If you are new to the world of Emily Henry books or are trying to pick which book to read next, welcome. I have reviews of all her books to make it easier for you to pick your next steamy read.
The Best Emily Henry Books Ranked
Each colorful block below represents Emily Henry’s books ranked. Click on the arrow to reveal my pick in order from least to favorite book. You’ll also be able to use a page jump to see my thoughts on each book.
#6
A Million Junes – Click here to see my review
#5
Happy Place – Click here to see my review
#4
Funny Story – Click here to see my review
#3
Book Lovers – Click here to see my review
#2
Beach Read – Click here to see my review
#1
People We Meet on Vacation- Click here to see my review
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Emily Henry Books Ranked
#1
People We Meet on Vacation by Emily Henry
Author: Emily Henry
Year: 2021
Genre: Romance
More info: #1 New York Times Bestselling Author
Spice Rating:💋💋
Age Range:18+
Plot
Do you believe Harry (from When Harry Met Sally) when he said “Women and men can’t be friends”?
We are sure think he’s wrong, but one of our favorite tropes is friends to lovers. People We Met on Vacation is the latest beach read from Emily Henry and it’s addicting.
Poppy has been best friends with Alex since a car ride home from college a decade ago. Since then, they’ve gone on vacation together every year until 2 years ago when it all came crashing down.
Will they recover their friendship with one more trip or will their relationship be irrevocably ruined? This is the perfect beach, poolside read, or vacation read. You should be sure to add it to your summer reading romance books list. And if you are looking for the best friends-to-lovers romance novel, this is it.
Why Jackie loves it
This is one of the best friends to lovers romances I have read. I love the way Emily Henry’s books. The stories are so relatable and utterly charming
Adaptation Information
Tom Blythe and Emily Bader are set to star in the Netflix movie adaptation. Sarah Catherine Hook, Lukas Gage, Lucien Laviscount, and Jameela Jamil have also joined the cast.
Find this book in: Friends to Lovers Romance Books / Books Like People We Meet on Vacation / Books Becoming Movies / Ultimate Beach Reads 2021 / Emily Henry Books Ranked
#2
Beach Read
Author: Emily Henry
Year: 2020
Genre: Romance
More info: New York Times Bestselling Author
Spice Rating:💋💋💋
Age Range: 18+
Plot
January is a romance writer who no longer believes in love. Until she was 28, she led an idyllic life filled with the ideas of perfect love.
Augustus Everett is a literary fiction writer who has never believed in love. They could not be more different. When they find themselves living next door to each other they decide to help each other overcome their writer’s block by challenging each other to a writer’s duel.
Trigger Warning
Death of a parent, sexual content
Why Jackie loves it
This is one of the best romance books I have read in a long time. What could be better than a romance about writers? I love Emily Henry’s writing and loved this book.
Find this book in: Enemies-to-Lovers Romance Books / Grumpy Sunshine Romance / Emily Henry Books / Books About Books / Best Beach Reads / Romance Books About Books
#3
Book Lovers
Author: Emily Henry
Year: 2022
Genre: Romance
More info: New York Times Bestseller
Spice Rating:💋💋💋
Age Range: 18+
Plot
As soon as I saw what this book was about, I knew I wanted to read it. I love Emily Henry books. Nora is a literary agent who is a shark for her clients. Her life is books and will stop and nothing for her job or her little sister, Libby.
When Libby begs Nora to take her to Sunshine Falls, the setting of one of her most famous books, she reluctantly agrees. When they get there, the town does not look anything like the book describes. In addition, her literary nemesis, book editor Charlie Lastra is in Sunshine Falls. Now, Nora and Charlie find themselves together in a plot twist neither of them could see coming.
Trigger Warnings
Death of a Parent
Why Jackie loves it
I love that Nora finds herself in the setting of her favorite book series. That is one of my favorite tropes to read. But this enemies-to-lovers romance book is also so well-written and only Emily Henry can do. The characters feel real and the relationship develops so well, it is everything you want from a romance!
Find this book in: Books Like The Love Hypothesis / Ultimate Beach Reads 2022 / Romance Books About Books / Emily Henry Books Ranked
#4
Funny Story
Author: Emily Henry
Year: 2024
Genre: Romance
More info: New York Times Bestseller
Spice Rating:💋💋💋
Age Range: 18+
Plot
Daphne loved to tell the story of her meet-cute with her fiance, Peter, until he broke up with her to be with his childhood best friend, Petra. She had moved to his hometown, into a house he bought, and she is stranded with nothing but a job as a children’s librarian- a job that she absolutely loves.
With no other options, Daphne moves in with miles, Desperate, she moves in with Miles, Petra’s ex-fiance until she can find a new place to live- preferably in a new city. As the two spend more time together and begin to heal their hearts, they realize that this can be the start of a new chapter.
Why Jackie loves it
Emily Henry always has unique romances that hit just the right spot. You will fall in love with Daphne and Miles, flaws and all!
Find this book in: Emily Henry Books / Books About Librarians / Beach Reads 2024/ New Romance Books 2024
#5
Happy Place
Author: Emily Henry
Year: 2023
Genre: Romance
More info: Instant New York Times Bestseller
Spice Rating:💋
Age Range:18+
Plot
Emily Henry is an author who is always consistent with her romances. She may be the queen of romantic comedy books. Nothing says “summer reads” like Emily Henry.
Harriet and Wyn have been together for years until they broke up 5 months ago. The only problem is that they still haven’t told their best friends and now they will be sharing a room during their yearly vacation with their friends.
How hard can it be to keep up the facade of a happy couple? If you love fake dating books, this is one of the best. And if you are hoping these two will have a second chance at love, you will not be disappointed.
There is something special in every one of Emily Henry’s romances and this newest book is no exception. It is one of the best books of 2023!
Why Jackie loves it
Emily Henry finds a way to write books that are so readable with characters that are so loveable. I was rooting for these two the find their way back to each other.
Find this book in: Emily Henry Books / Second Chance Romance / Romantic Comedy Books / Fake Dating Books
#6
Plot
In the small town of Five Fingers, Michigan, live the O‘Donnells and the Angerts, two families feuding for generations. Jack “June” O’Donnell has always stayed away from the Angert family with no real explanation for the cause of the feud.
When June meets Saul Angert, everything changes. She can’t seem to stay away from him and strange things begin to happen. June decides she needs answers and embarks on a journey that will take her to places she never thought were possible.
Why Jackie loves it
This is a perfect YA Fantasy read with just the right amount of romance, conflict, mystery, and magic. It’s such a unique Romeo and Juliet retelling.
Find this book in: Ultimate List of YA Fantasy Books / Best Books for 13-Year-olds / Favorite Audiobook Narrators / Best Books of 2017
Emily Henry YA Books
Helpful Tips:
This is a list of my favorite Emily Henry books ranked and the list will probably be completely different from yours. This is what I took into account when ranking these books. If you are trying to rank your favorite books, this might help. You cannot go wrong with any way you choose to order your favorite Emily Henry book.
- What were the other sub-genres of romance? (eg enemies to lovers or grumpy sunshine)
- Do you love adult or YA books?
- What is your favorite setting for a romance? The beach? Book town? Vacation?
Frequently Asked Questions About Emily Henry Books
Are Emily Henry’s books spicy?
Yes. These books have a little spice in them. They are appropriate for ages 18+
When does the new Emily Henry book come out?
Emily Henry, the New York Times bestselling author of Beach Read has her new book, Great Big Beautiful Life, releasing on April 22, 2025. I cannot wait to read this book.
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Epilogue:
Which is your favorite Emily Henry book? I would love to hear. I had a hard time choosing my favorite!
Ultimate List of Romances
If you love all things romance, then this is the list for you! This is carefully divided by sub-genres like second-chance romance books, romcoms, and more.
