One Silver Summer by Rachel Hickman is a sweeping young adult romance that captures the magic of first love, second chances, and the beauty of the English countryside. After the tragic loss of her mother, 15-year-old Sass leaves America to live with her grandmother in Cornwall, England. There she encounters Alex, a boy who seems ordinary at first—until she learns he is heir to the British throne.
Drawn together by their shared love of horses and the rugged Cornish landscape, Sass and Alex discover a bond that defies expectations. But with the pressures of royalty and the pain of grief looming over them, their summer together becomes both a sanctuary and a test.
 
Perfect for fans of heartfelt YA romances like Sarah Dessen and Jenny Han, One Silver Summer blends emotional depth, fairytale charm, and the timeless pull of first love.
 
⭐ Why You’ll Love It
A tender YA love story with royal romance and heartwarming friendships.
Richly atmospheric descriptions of the Cornish coast.
Themes of grief, healing, love, and identity.
Perfect for fans of The Princess Diaries or Love & Gelato.
🎯 Perfect For
Teens (ages 12+) who enjoy sweet and emotional romances.
Readers who love royalty-meets-ordinary-girl stories.
Fans of books set in beautiful, atmospheric locations.
Educators or librarians curating teen-friendly romance titles with depth.
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