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<div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1770793198623Must-try Romance Books.png" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960" alt="Handout"/>Handout</div>Valentine&#x27;s Day is not just about flowers, chocolates, and fancy dates: swoon-worth novels, or simply your favorite book, can make you feel the love with the turn of a page.If you&#x27;re shopping for a romantic read, whether for yourself or a special someone, we&#x27;ve got you covered. National Book Store (NBS) has just come up with a list of recommended titles for the season of hearts that won&#x27;t burn a hole in your pocket.Here&#x27;s a look at their top picks, starting with best-selling works that are being adapted to films and series this 2026:* &quot;Wuthering Heights&quot; by Emily Brontë (P395) – Emerald Fennell&#x27;s film adaptation of the beloved classic stars Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi.* &quot;An Offer From a Gentleman&quot; by Julia Quinn (P495) – Get ready for &quot;Bridgerton&quot; season 4, focusing on Benedict Bridgerton&#x27;s search for his mysterious lady in silver.* &quot;Verity&quot; by Colleen Hoover (P525) – Starring Dakota Johnson, this dark psychological romance adaptation will be released in May 2026.* &quot;People We Meet on Vacation&quot; by Emily Henry (P575) – The ultimate friends-to-lovers trope premiered on Netflix in January, starring Tom Blyth and Emily Bader.* &quot;Reminders of Him&quot; by Colleen Hoover (P795) – A heart-wrenching tale of redemption and second chances, set for a major theatrical release in March.* &quot;The Love Hypothesis&quot; by Ali Hazelwood (P795) – The viral fake-dating sensation is being brought to life by Amazon MGM Studios, starring Lily Reinhart and set to premiere later in the year.If you&#x27;re looking for books about first love, forbidden attraction, and rivals-to-lovers tension, here are some suggested reads by NBS:* &quot;The Defender&quot; by Ana Huang (P695) – A charming romance where a football club captain is forced to share a flat with his coach’s daughter, knowing full well she’s far too big a temptation for him to resist.* &quot;Problematic Summer Romance&quot; by Ali Hazelwood (P695) – A sun-drenched, slow-burn escape where a quiet seaside summer turns complicated as old sparks and new feelings collide.* &quot;Say You’ll Remember Me&quot; by Abby Jimenez (P899) – Heart-wrenching yet hopeful, this &#x27;right person, wrong time&#x27; romance explores a perfect connection that is tested by a cross-country move and a family crisis.* &quot;Atmosphere&quot; by Taylor Jenkins Reid (P995) – Ambition, family pressure, and societal expectations collide in this poignant historical fiction tale following a female astronaut.You can find these books and more at NBS&#x27;s over 250 stores nationwide, or online via their website and stores on Lazada, Shopee, and TikTok.

Valentine's Day is not just about flowers, chocolates, and fancy dates: swoon-worth novels, or simply your favorite book, can make you feel the love with the turn of a page.

Valentine's Day is not just about flowers, chocolates, and fancy dates: swoon-worth novels, or simply your favorite book, can make you feel the love with the turn of a page.

Valentine's Day 2026: Romance reads and book gifts for your special someone

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Valentine's Day 2026: Romance reads and book gifts for your special someone

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Published February 11, 2026 03:12 PM PHT

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