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The 1989 Chapter: Books for Your Pop Princess Reinvention Era
- Taylor
- 7 days ago
- 3 min read
1989 is filled with romantic tension, reinvention, and the thrill of starting over in a new city. Here is our 1989 inspired reading list!
Taylor Swift’s 1989 is the beginning of her iconic glitter pen pop era. It is full of bold choices, glamorous heartbreak, and a love that feels cinematic. This reading list is for anyone looking for books that are full of emotional clarity, second chances, and moments that feel like dancing alone in your apartment at midnight. These books echo the same electric energy and stylish vulnerability that make 1989 unforgettable! Perfect for stepping into your main character era.
Book Lovers by Emily Henry
As a literary agent, Nora is well aware how stories play out. Not only is it her job, but it has somehow permeated her love life. Not once, not twice, but four times Nora’s boyfriend has left her for the small town girl next door leaving her stranded in New York City. Her sister, Libby, creates a bucket list for them to complete on their girls trip in order to fully embrace the small town romance her boyfriends all leave her for.
Tropes: Rivals to lovers, city girl, and sisterhood.
Good Material by Dolly Alderton
Andy, a 35 year old stand up comedian, is reeling from a break up he never saw coming with his long time girlfriend, Jen. He moves in with his friend and begins navigating the confusing world of modern dating all while obsessing over what went wrong between him and Jen. Andy works through therapy sessions, awkward first dates, and even some time in the gym to slowly uncover who he is.
Tropes: Break up, found family, and self discovery.
Passion Project by London Sperry
Bennet Taylor is convinced New York is rejecting her. She is a temp worker with no direction and no social life. Grieving the death of her first love, Bennet is just about ready to give up and move back home. When she runs into Henry Adams right after standing him up on a first date, she admits she is not ready for a relationship, but Henry doesn’t run. He jumps at the idea of helping her discover her passion and prove she can learn to love her life.
Tropes: Grumpy x sunshine, NYC, and mental health rep.
Girl Abroad by Elle Kennedy
Abbey is studying abroad for a year in London to escape her overprotective dad. Things get complicated when her roommates end up being three charming, but very off limits, guys. Lee, Jack, and Jamie let Abbey stay as long as she sticks to their strict no-fraternizing rule that was born from past drama between the roommates. As Abbey navigates forbidden crushes and a mysterious scandal involving a noble family, she is forced to decide which rules she is willing to break.
Tropes: Love triangle, slow burn, and study abroad.
Cleopatra and Frankenstein by Coco Mellors
A spontaneous New Year’s Eve encounter leaves 24 year old Artist Cleo married to 45 year old advertising executive Frank. Their impulsive decision launches them into a whirlwind of emotional unraveling. As Cleo begins to struggle with her mental health and identity, Frank faces his own demons and addictions. Their marriage begins to fracture, affecting not only them, but their close circle of friends all navigating love, loneliness, and life.
Tropes: Age gap, addiction, and mental health rep.
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