(4) YA If Only series. Katie and Drew fall in love despite the fact that their parents are both running for president of the United States (Red). Holly can't believe that the rich and famous Malik Buchannan is in love with her--or that she's stupid enough to keep lying to him (Everything). Both romance novels have breezy, accessible plots, but readers wanting emotional depth should look elsewhere. Review Covers these If Only titles: Red Girl, Blue Boy and Everything But the Truth.

Reviewer: Lisa Catherine Findlay

(4) YA If Only series. In Twice, Mackenzie plots revenge against, then falls for, an amnesiac ex when he thinks they're still together; Italian centers on Pippa, who's drawn to an American during her summer abroad. Neither of these wish-fulfillment fantasies provides a lot of character development or unique plot lines (classic misunderstandings occur throughout), though romance fans won't be disappointed by the mushy happy endings. Review covers these If Only titles: Fool Me Twice and Wish You Were Italian.

Reviewer: Rachel L. Smith

(4) YA Lexi is a siren whose curse caused her to kill her first boyfriend, Steven. After that, she shunned all relationships. Now Lexi faces a difficult decision: true love with Cole, Steven's best friend, or a faked connection with Erik, a nix. While the story uses several teen romance clichés, the characters are likable and the mythology connection is engaging.

Reviewer: Jenn Matters