TO ALL THE BOYS I'VE LOVED BEFORE

In this graphic novel adaptation of Han’s 2014 classic, which was made into a popular TV series, a teen panics when the five secret love letters she wrote—and never intended to send—are mysteriously mailed out.

Lara Jean Covey is grappling with the fact that her older sister, Margot, is leaving for college in Scotland. Given the distance from Virginia to St. Andrews, Margot breaks up with longtime boyfriend Josh, a neighbor beloved by both Lara Jean and youngest sister Kitty. Lara Jean once harbored feelings for Josh, but when Margot started dating him, she processed her unrequited love in her usual way: through a letter. After her secret letters accidentally get sent to her crushes, Lara Jean must face the consequences. In a panic, she spontaneously kisses one recipient, Peter, whose own long-term relationship recently ended, in front of Josh. She and Peter fake date, keeping up the ruse to hide Lara Jean’s true feelings for Josh and make Peter’s ex jealous. But their pretend romance soon sparks a genuine attraction. The bright illustrations bring the endearing relationship fumbles and slow-burn romance to life. Lara Jean, whose father is white and late mother was Korean American, is a fully realized character—smart, funny, endearingly awkward, and deeply devoted to her family. Josh and Peter appear white, and there’s racial diversity in the supporting cast.

A heartwarming, swoonworthy adaptation that’s certain to delight new and returning fans alike.