Best Spring Romance Books to Read in 2025: Florists, Weddings, and Road Trip Love Stories

Spring is here, and that means longer days, blooming flowers, and the perfect excuse to refresh your TBR with books that match the season. Whether you’re in the mood for romantic flower shop settings, chaotic wedding planning, or a road trip filled with banter, we’ve got the perfect book recommendations for you.

In this post, I’m sharing spring-inspired reads based on the latest episode of What to Read Next, featuring Francesca from Under the Covers. Let’s dive in.

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Why Spring is the Perfect Season for These Reads

Spring is all about fresh starts, new beginnings, and embracing change—making it the perfect time to pick up books that reflect those themes. Whether it’s a second-chance romance, a botanical-themed love story, or a road trip adventure, these books bring all the feel-good, lighthearted vibes.

Some key spring reading tropes to look out for:

• Flower Shops & Gardening – Stories that bloom with fresh starts.
• Wedding Season – Romantic tales centered around the joy and chaos of weddings.
• Road Trip Romances – Adventure, forced proximity, and slow-burn tension.
• Second Chances & New Beginnings – Characters finding love and growth in unexpected ways.

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Spring-Themed Book Recommendations

Forget Me Not by Julie Soto

A perfect second-chance romance for spring. This story follows a florist and a wedding planner who are forced to work together on a high-stakes celebrity wedding. The tension is high, the emotions are raw, and the chemistry is undeniable. If you love forced proximity, emotional depth, and wedding drama, this book is for you.

Why It’s Perfect for Spring:

• Flower shop setting
• Second-chance romance
• Wedding season drama

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Old Flames and New Fortunes by Sarah Hogle

If you love a hint of magical realism in your romance, this book is a must-read. The heroine owns a flower shop where she can magically infuse arrangements with love and good fortune. But when an old flame reappears, things get complicated—especially since she’s fake dating someone else.

Why It’s Perfect for Spring:

• Light magical realism
• Fake dating and second chances
• Small-town romance vibes

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Along for the Ride by Mimi Grace

Nothing screams spring like a road trip romance. In this enemies-to-lovers story, two people who can’t stand each other are forced to take a 16-hour drive together. Car troubles, unexpected detours, and plenty of forced proximity turn this into an irresistible slow-burn romance.

Why It’s Perfect for Spring:

• Road trip romance
• Forced proximity and enemies-to-lovers
• Banter-filled and lighthearted

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More Spring Reading Inspiration

Looking for even more books to match the season? Francesca has created a Spring Reading Trope Guide on Substack, which includes:

• More spring book recommendations
• A bucket list of seasonal activities
• Springtime festivals around the world

Check it out here: https://www.underthecoverscommunity.com/

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Related Posts for More Spring Reads

• Spring Reading Challenge (Seasonal)– Set fun reading goals for the season with this themed challenge.
• Minimalist Spring Reading Guide (2025)]– Curated book list to refresh your TBR with must-read books for a cozy spring.
• Spring 2025 RomCom New Releases – Discover the latest romantic comedies releasing this spring.
• Spring Cozy Mysteries – Perfect whodunits with charming settings and delightful sleuths to match the season.

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Where to Find More Book Recommendations

• Subscribe to the podcast – What to Read Next features new book recommendations every week.
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What are you reading this spring? Drop your favorite seasonal books in the comments.