Best Family Life Fiction Books of 2025

The Last Thing He Told Me: A Novel is a thrilling family life fiction book that follows the story of Hannah Hall, who believes she has found her perfect love until her husband, Owen Michaels, disappears. Before his disappearance, he leaves her a note to protect his 16-year-old daughter, Bailey. As Hannah tries to figure out her husband's true identity and the reason for his disappearance, she discovers a new future with Bailey. The book is a page-turning, exhilarating, and unforgettable suspense novel that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Overall, this book is a must-read for anyone who loves a good mystery and family drama.

Hello Beautiful is a heartwarming family story about William Waters, who grew up in a house filled with tragedy and met Julia Padavano in college. With her came her three sisters, and William found contentment in their loving chaos. However, William's past resurfaces, causing a catastrophic family rift that changes their lives for generations. This novel is an exquisite homage to Louisa May Alcott's Little Women, portraying the beauty of loving someone for who they are. Ann Napolitano has crafted yet another poignant and engrossing family tale that will leave readers moved and inspired.

The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid is a captivating novel that takes readers on a journey through the glamorous and scandalous life of aging Hollywood icon Evelyn Hugo. As she recounts her story to an unknown magazine reporter, Monique Grant, readers are drawn into a tale of ruthless ambition, unexpected friendships, and forbidden love. The book is both heartbreaking and beautiful, with a twist that will leave readers stunned. Overall, The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo is a must-read for anyone who loves Tinseltown drama and wants to experience the harsh realities of present-day Hollywood.

"Remarkably Bright Creatures" by Shelby Van Pelt is a heartwarming novel that follows the story of Tova Sullivan, a widow who works at the Sowell Bay Aquarium. After forming an unlikely connection with Marcellus, a giant Pacific octopus, Tova discovers that Marcellus knows more than anyone can imagine about her son's mysterious disappearance over thirty years ago. The novel explores themes of friendship, hope, and reckoning, making it a great read for fans of "A Man Called Ove." Overall, "Remarkably Bright Creatures" is a charming and witty debut that will leave readers both giggling and in tears."

Things I Wish I Told My Mother is a heartwarming mother-daughter novel about the power of familial love. The story follows Laurie, an artist who travels the world, and her mother, Dr. Liz, an elegant perfectionist. When Laurie surprises her mother with a dream vacation to Paris, they unpack a lifetime of secrets and hopes. Written by Susan Solie Patterson, Susan DiLallo, and James Patterson, this book is a convincing case for the importance of family. With a giant twist at the end, readers will be captivated until the very last page.

Ugly Love by Colleen Hoover is a heart-wrenching love story that explores the messy side of attraction at first sight. The novel follows Tate Collins and Miles Archer, who have an undeniable mutual attraction but don't want love. Their arrangement of just sex could be easy to maintain as long as Tate sticks to the only two rules Miles has for her. However, they soon realize that they can't handle it, and love gets ugly. This book is a must-read for fans of new-adult fiction and those who enjoy a powerful love story.

Reminders of Him by Colleen Hoover is a heart-rending yet hopeful novel that tells the story of Kenna Rowan, a young mother who returns to her hometown after serving five years in prison for a tragic mistake. Kenna hopes to reunite with her daughter, but faces obstacles as everyone in her daughter's life is determined to shut her out. The only person who hasn't closed the door on her completely is Ledger Ward, a local bar owner. The two form a connection despite the pressure surrounding them, and Kenna must find a way to absolve the mistakes of her past in order to build a future out of hope and healing. Overall, Reminders of Him is a poignant story of redemption that highlights the power of love and forgiveness.

Pineapple Street is a novel that follows the lives of three women from a wealthy Brooklyn family. Darley gave up her inheritance for motherhood, Sasha married into the family and feels like an outsider, and Georgiana falls in love with someone she can't have. The book is a smart, witty, and indulgent read that explores the peculiarities of someone else's family, the gap between the haves and have-nots, and the madness of first love. Overall, Pineapple Street is a delightful and well-observed debut that combines family drama with sociological commentary and is definitely worth a read.

The instant New York Times bestseller! Named a LibraryReads Pick for March 2023 and a Most Anticipated Book of 2023 by Oprah Daily, Elle, and LitHub! From Jeannette Walls, the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Glass Castle, comes a riveting new novel about an indomitable young woman in Virginia during Prohibition.. Most folk thought Sallie Kincaid was a nobody who’d amount to nothing. Sallie had other plans. Sallie Kincaid is the daughter of the biggest man in a small town, the charismatic Duke Kincaid. Born at the turn of the 20th century into a life of comfort and privilege, Sallie remembers little about her mother who died in a violent argument with the Duke. By the time she is just eight years old, the Duke has remarried and had a son, Eddie. While Sallie is her father’s daughter, sharp-witted and resourceful, Eddie is his mother’s son, timid and cerebral. When Sallie tries to teach young Eddie to be more like their father, her daredevil coaching leads to an accident, and Sallie is cast out. Nine years later, she returns, determined to reclaim her place in the family. That’s a lot more complicated than Sallie expected, and she enters a world of conflict and lawlessness. Sallie confronts the secrets and scandals that hide in the shadows of the Big House, navigates the factions in the family and town, and finally comes into her own as a bold, sometimes reckless bootlegger. You will fall in love with Sallie Kincaid, a feisty and fearless, terrified and damaged young woman who refuses to be corralled.

Romantic Comedy (Reese's Book Club): A Novel by Curtis Sittenfeld is a charming and witty story that explores the complexities of modern romance. The protagonist, Sally Milz, is a comedy writer who has given up on love. However, when she meets pop star Noah Brewster, she begins to question her assumptions. The novel is a delightful exploration of the conventions of romantic comedy and the realities of real-life love. Sittenfeld's ability to bring complex female characters to life on the page is on full display in this book. Overall, Romantic Comedy is a smart, sophisticated, and fun read that is sure to leave readers smiling.