In the tapestry of human experiences, the quest for a connection that transcends the ordinary—a soulmate—is a thread that weaves through many hearts and stories. Books about soulmates show this profound search, exploring the mystical, emotional, and sometimes advantageous paths that lead to discovering that one person who mirrors our soul. These narratives offer a glimpse into the myriad ways soulmates can come into our lives, whether through chance meets, destined meetings, or overcoming insurmountable odds.
They remind us of the power of love to transcend time, space, and even lifetimes. As we turn the pages of these enchanting tales, we’re invited to reflect on the nature of true connection and the belief that somewhere in the vastness of our existence, there’s a key that fits our lock perfectly. Go on this journey through stories that celebrate the timeless dance of souls meant to find each other amidst the chaos of the cosmos.
10 Books About Soulmates
The concept of soulmates speaks to the universal human desire for a deep, meaningful connection. Books that explore this theme address our intrinsic yearning to find someone who truly understands and complements us, making the narrative universally appealing.
Here are ten such books for you. They cover the complexities of relationships, predestined love, and the challenges and triumphs that come with finding one’s other half. This exploration provides comfort, inspiration, and insight into the nature of human connections. Let’s begin!
| Name | Key Focus | Tropes |
|---|---|---|
| The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid | A captivating narrative exploring the life of fictional Hollywood icon Evelyn Hugo, revealing the complexities of her seven marriages, her rise to fame, and the pursuit of love and authenticity against the backdrop of glamour and scandal. | Hollywood glamour and its dark side, the exploration of bisexuality and LGBTQ+ themes, the facade versus reality of celebrity life, the price of fame, complex female protagonist, forbidden love, the power of the media in shaping public perception, the evolution of social norms across decades, the use of a fictional biography to explore real human emotions and societal issues, and the theme of sacrifice for love and career. |
| Daisy Jones & The Six by Taylor Jenkins Reid | A riveting chronicle of the rise and fall of a fictional 1970s rock band, Daisy Jones & The Six, exploring the complexities of creative collaboration, personal and professional relationships, and the pursuit of fame and authenticity. | The tumultuous world of rock ‘n’ roll, the dynamics of band relationships, the creative process of music-making, love triangles, the struggle with addiction, the impact of fame on personal identity, the exploration of gender roles within the music industry, oral history narrative style, the conflict between artistic integrity and commercial success, the cultural and social backdrop of the 1970s, and the power of music to convey emotion and connect people. |
| The Sweetest Oblivion by Danielle Lori | A dark romance novel set within the intricacies of the mafia world, focusing on the arranged marriage between Elena Abelli and Nico Russo, exploring themes of power, loyalty, forbidden love, and the quest for autonomy within a patriarchal and violent society. | Mafia romance, enemies to lovers, arranged marriage, forbidden love, strong female protagonist amidst a male-dominated world, power dynamics and control, loyalty and betrayal within criminal organizations, the moral complexity of characters involved in organized crime, the clash of personal desires against familial obligations, secrets and hidden identities, the allure of the dangerous and forbidden, and the exploration of love as both a weakness and a strength in a world governed by strict codes and violence. |
| People We Meet on Vacation by Emily Henry | A heartwarming and humorous exploration of the complexities of friendship and love, following Poppy and Alex, two best friends with opposite personalities, as they navigate their evolving relationship through a decade of shared summer vacations. | Opposites attract, friends to lovers, the significance of travel in self-discovery and relationship dynamics, the thin line between love and friendship, the impact of time and change on relationships, unspoken feelings and miscommunications, the reconciliation of past mistakes and misunderstandings, the importance of vulnerability in intimacy, the clash of differing life goals and personalities, and the theme of finding home in a person rather than a place. |
| Normal People by Sally Rooney | An intricate and intimate portrayal of the complex relationship between Connell and Marianne, two young individuals from different backgrounds who weave in and out of each other’s lives, exploring themes of love, power dynamics, social class, and personal growth. | Complex emotional and sexual relationships, the impact of social class on personal identity, miscommunication and emotional vulnerability, mental health struggles, the transition from adolescence to adulthood, the exploration of intimacy and loneliness, the fluidity of power within relationships, the significance of understanding and being understood, and the portrayal of character development over time within the context of formative relationships. |
| Love and Other Words by Christina Lauren | An exploration of first love, loss, and reconciliation, as Macy and Elliot navigate their complex past and present, unraveling the deep connection and the misunderstanding that tore them apart. | Second-chance romance, friends to lovers, the power of first love, hidden secrets and past misunderstandings, dual timelines revealing past and present, the healing power of love and communication, the significance of literature and words in connecting people, the impact of grief and loss on relationships, the journey to self-discovery and forgiveness, emotional vulnerability and resilience, and the exploration of family dynamics and friendship as foundational elements of personal identity. |
| The Deal by Elle Kennedy | A captivating college romance that unfolds between Hannah, a talented music student with a painful past, and Garrett, a star hockey player needing her help academically, as they strike a deal that brings them closer than they ever anticipated. | Fake relationship, academic tutoring turning into romance, opposites attract, sports romance with a focus on hockey, overcoming personal traumas, strong female lead, banter-filled romance, mutual growth and healing, the campus setting as a backdrop for young adult romance, hidden depths in seemingly stereotypical characters, sexual tension and emotional development, and the theme of love transcending initial pretenses and societal expectations. |
| The Soulmate Equation by Christina Lauren | A smart and engaging romance that explores the possibility of finding love through genetic compatibility, as single mom Jess and geneticist River put their faith in a new DNA-based matchmaking service, navigating the complexities of love, science, and family. | Science meets romance, single parent romance, skeptics to lovers, the ethics of genetic matchmaking, the balance between personal life and professional ambition, unexpected connections, the importance of family support and dynamics, the impact of technology on personal relationships, slow burn romance, the exploration of compatibility beyond genetics, and the journey towards trust and vulnerability in a modern dating landscape. |
| Soulmates by Holly Bourne | An emotionally intense and thought-provoking novel that delves into the concept of soulmates, following teenagers Poppy and Noah as they discover their profound connection, only to realize that their love might have devastating consequences. | The soulmate principle, star-crossed lovers, the consequences of intense love, teenage romance and angst, the exploration of fate versus free will, the impact of a cosmic connection on ordinary lives, the struggle between love and personal well-being, the juxtaposition of romantic idealism and harsh reality, emotional turmoil and psychological depth, the challenges of navigating love in the face of societal and existential obstacles, and the theme of sacrifice for the greater good or personal happiness. |
| Sanctum by Sarah Fine | A dark and gripping tale of love and sacrifice set in the afterlife, where Lela Santos ventures into the city of the dead to save the soul of her best friend, navigating dangers and forming unexpected alliances. | Journey to the afterlife, friendship beyond death, supernatural elements and settings, the concept of guardians and demonic entities, the exploration of mental health and suicide, love amidst darkness, the moral complexity of characters in the afterlife, the theme of sacrifice and redemption, the battle between good and evil forces, the strength of human will and the power of loyalty, and the quest for peace and salvation for lost souls. |
1. The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo
This story is about Evelyn Hugo, a huge Hollywood star. She’s now in her eighties and talks back to when she started her career. When she had her first husband to her seventh husband. Everything that happened in between she reveals every single one of her secrets, from how she got famous to what happened when she was famous.
There is a soulmate situation. I don’t want to say it because it’s a big spoiler. Evelyn has a lover, and Harry is her best friend in the story. It’s one of my favorite characters in a book ever. Harry’s relationship with Evelyn was a soulmate romance in a completely platonic way.
Author: Taylor Jenkins Reid
Publisher: Washington Square Press, Reprint Edition
Average Rating: 4.6/5
Tropes: American Literature, LGBTQ, Historical, Feminism
Number Of Pages: 400
Item Weight: 10.9 ounces
Dimensions: 5.31 x 1 x 8.25 inches
Available: Audiobook | Paperback | Hardcover | Kindle | Audio CD
2. Daisy Jones & The Six
This is one of the best books on soulmates I’ve ever read. This book has a little pickle that you will believe in soulmates most painfully. So the book is about Daisy Jones, who’s super talented. She finds herself as a teenager living in LA in the late sixties and then throughout the seventies. Also, she is a talented singer and then joins the Band Of The Six.
It’s all about LA, alcohol, drugs, and what people would do to get famous. Daisy Jones is this character that, even though she’s genuinely messed up somehow. Moreover, she’s one of those characters you could only read about in a book. I don’t want to say who the soulmate here is because I didn’t see it coming. If there’s any book that you’ll read from all these recommendations, it’s this one.
Author: Taylor Jenkins Reid
Publisher: Random House Publishing Group, Reprint Edition
Average Rating: 4.4/5
Tropes: Family Saga Fiction, Music-theater, Love-geometry
Number Of Pages: 400
Item Weight: 10.6 ounces
Dimensions: 5.19 x 0.91 x 8 inches
Available: Audiobook | Paperback | Hardcover | Kindle | Audio CD
3. The Sweetest Oblivion (Made)
You wouldn’t expect it to be a soulmate type of vibe. There are two more books in the series, and I can’t wait to read them. The two main characters are Elena and Nico. It is a mafia love story. That might be a little weird pairing with the whole soulmate situation because of the mafia theme. The story is about Nico, who is the main mafia boss. Elena’s sister is engaged to Nico because of an arranged marriage situation.
Elena finds Nico to be handsome but rude. She doesn’t like him at all. Nico finds her a little too over the top, which is how the best love stories happen. When they despise each other initially, there’s a lot of close proximity. They find themselves together all the time. Nico’s always protecting her. So, they try so hard to stay away from one another, but it doesn’t happen. The two characters were so compatible that they had such good chemistry as soulmates.
Author: Danielle Lori
Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
Average Rating: 4.5/5
Tropes: Crime, Dark, Billionaire, Erotica, Alpha-male, Age-gap, Slow-burn
Number Of Pages: 384
Available: Audiobook | Paperback | Hardcover | Kindle
4. People We Meet on Vacation
Poppy and Alex are soulmates. They’ve only known each other for ten years, and they’ve only been hiding their feelings from each other for ten years. Also, they’ve known each other since the beginning of college. Every summer, they have a tradition with one another: to take a vacation somewhere together. That’s how they keep in touch throughout the years, even with our friendship.
Poppy is over the top and outgoing. But Alex is the complete opposite, which makes sense with them and works. So, people think they’re the perfect couple, but they’re not. You go through how they hide their feelings from one another until they can’t. This book takes you through twists turns, soulmates romance, and you never know what will happen.
Author: Emily Henry
Publisher: Berkley
Average Rating: 4.3/5
Tropes: Rom-Com, Travel, Arc, Husband-material, Friends-to-lovers
Number Of Pages: 400
Item Weight: 11.4 ounces
Dimensions: 5.45 x 1.08 x 8.18 inches
Available: Audiobook | Paperback | Library Binding | Kindle
5. Normal People
This book is about Marianne and Connell. They met in high school, and they’re very different people. Connell’s super popular, and Marianne is quiet but not shy. She likes to keep to herself and doesn’t fit in with the crowd in her high school. The story takes you through their relationship and their friendship.
They go through many years, and you get to see how life pulls them apart so much, and they always find their way back to each other. When you think about soulmates, you can’t stay away from one another no matter how hard you try or how hard life tells you that you can’t be together. The ending is unlike any ending I’ve ever read. It leaves you guessing, but not in the way you might think.
Author: Sally Rooney
Publisher: Random House Publishing Group, Reprint Edition
Average Rating: 4.2/5
Tropes: Psychological Fiction, European Literature, Friendship
Number Of Pages: 304
Available: Audiobook | Paperback | Hardcover | Kindle | Audio CD
6. Love and Other Words
After finishing this book, Macy and Elliot are the two main characters who live in your head forever. They’re childhood friends, and they met each other when they were 12 years old. They’re best friends from 12 to 18 years old, and they start a relationship before abruptly breaking up. Some things happen when they’re 18 and haven’t spoken for 11 years.
After 11 years, they run into each other completely unplanned. It’s a fateful situation, like friends to strangers to lovers, but soulmates the whole time. So it is a second chance love story told in alternating timelines about two friends who met and fell in love.
Author: Christina Lauren
Publisher: Gallery Books
Average Rating: 4.6/5
Tropes: Humorous American Literature (Best Seller), Friends-to-lovers, Second-chance, Angsty
Number Of Pages: 432
Item Weight: 10.4 ounces
Dimensions: 5.31 x 1.2 x 8.25 inches
Available: Audiobook | Paperback | Hardcover | Kindle | Audio CD
7. The Deal (Off-Campus)
This book is about Garrett Graham, a hockey player, and Hannah, a smart student. They make a deal together. Garrett is failing this class, and if he fails that class, he will not be able to play hockey. So, he makes a deal with Hannah to tutor him. Along the way, they develop feelings for one another, and this story is good.
At the end of the book, I love the couple. They were born for one another, but they deserve a good shout-out. These characters were messed up somehow, but the thing that saved them was themselves. Try it if you want to read books about soulmates with hockey romance.
Author: Elle Kennedy
Publisher: Elle Kennedy Inc.
Average Rating: 4.6/5
Tropes: Sports, College-campus, Smutty, Fun, Abuse
Number Of Pages: 342
Available: Audiobook | Paperback | Kindle | Audio CD
8. The Soulmate Equation
The story is about a girl named Jessica and her best friend. They go to a coffee house at the same every day. Here, they see a guy (Dr. River Pena) whom they call Americano. River’s got this stern look on his face, and he always orders an Americano. So they find out about this dating site he is in charge of. His company is trying to match people based on specific markers in their DNA that they are trying to determine to create a perfect match. So, there are different matching levels, and you can choose whatever levels you want.
Jessica and her best friend decide to do it. Jessica sends the swab, and she puts it at the platinum-level match with Dr. River Pena! They are a perfect match, higher than any match this dating site has ever gotten before. So they have to decide whether science will determine that they should be together. Also, there are side love stories with Jessica’s grandparents, who helped raise her. I loved the science and romance mix because they’ve got how the company works with the DNA and the matches. So, it is the best book about soulmates I have ever read.
Author: Christina Lauren
Publisher: Gallery Books
Average Rating: 4.4/5
Tropes: Humorous, Single-parent, Nerd, Hate-to-love, Fake-dating
Number Of Pages: 395
Available: Audiobook | Paperback | Hardcover | Kindle | Audio CD
9. Soulmates
This book is about soulmates, as the title says. We follow a young girl named Poppy, who is 17 years old. The story follows her everyday life, at least at the beginning. One day, when she sees a band perform in a nightclub, she meets a boy named Noah for the first time. Things go from there. It’s lovely how the two main characters fall in love and their relationship evolves.
But there’s the whole soulmate thing underneath, which they don’t know about, and they don’t know that any of the earth-shattering things have to do with their relationship. The whole book itself is the only book that has ever made me tear up. I love the little humor scenes with Poppy and her friends throughout the book. Also, towards the end, I loved the build-up, and there was a sudden change towards the end. If you have ever read this book, you understand how amazing it is.
Author: Holly Bourne
Publisher: USBORNE CAT ANG
Average Rating: 4.4/5
Tropes: Paranormal, Science Fiction, Women’s Fiction
Number Of Pages: 544
Available: Paperback | Kindle
10. Sanctum (Guards of the Shadowlands)
The series is about a rich girl named Nadia. There’s another girl named Lela who is in foster care. Nadia goes to buy pills from a drug dealer. She has a perfect life and a shell on the outside that makes her look so happy. But she’s not happy on the inside. So she goes to buy pills because she likes being high. The drug dealer is charging her double what he would usually charge, according to Lela. Lela saves her because the drug dealer will start beating her up.
Then Lela goes to class, and Nadia walks her there because everybody doesn’t like her. Many think she’s dangerous because she’s in foster care. Then it skips forward a year, and then they’re best friends. Nadia commits suicide because her life is awful. Lela has dreams about this land and sees Nadia. She knows Nadia went to it because she has visions inside Nadia’s head. Also, people who commit suicide go there.
Lela commits suicide to help Nadia defend herself against these mazikeen who are horrible. At first, she thinks she’s fighting the guard, but she soon realizes they’re her ally. So she goes there, and she’s apprehended by the guard’s captain, Malachi. He throws her in jail because he thinks she’s dangerous, but she’s not. Malachi saves her, and they form a bond of friendship as soulmates. There are many plot twists and suspense that you will enjoy all the time.
Author: Sarah Fine
Publisher: Brilliance Audio
Average Rating: 4.5/5
Tropes: Fantasy Action & Adventure, Angels-demons, Taboo, Slow-burn
Number Of Pages: 417
Available: Audiobook | Paperback | Hardcover | Kindle | Audio CD
5 Nonfiction Books About Soulmates
Here are five nonfiction books that feature the idea of soulmates, providing readers with various perspectives on this deeply human and mystical connection:
“Only Love Is Real: A Story of Soulmates Reunited” by Brian Weiss: Dr. Brian Weiss, a psychiatrist and past-life therapist, shares the astonishing true story of two of his patients, Elizabeth and Pedro, who independently recall the same past lifetimes. Their memories lead them back to each other in the present day, suggesting a powerful, transcendent connection. This book explores the idea that love can transcend time and that soulmates are destined to reunite.
“Soulmates: Honoring the Mysteries of Love and Relationship” by Thomas Moore: In this insightful book, Moore shows the complex nature of love and relationships, proposing that soulmates are not just romantic partners but also friends, family members, and even enemies who challenge and deepen our understanding of ourselves. He explores relationships’ mystical and practical aspects, encouraging readers to view their connections as soulful and transformative.
“Twin Flames & Soulmates: How to Find, Create, and Sustain Awakened Relationships” by Luna and Sol: Written by spiritual counselors and soul partners Luna and Sol, this book explores the concept of twin flames and soulmates holistically. It guides navigating these profound connections, including recognizing a twin flame or soulmate, overcoming challenges, and nurturing a relationship that promotes personal growth and spiritual awakening.
“Sacred Contracts: Awakening Your Divine Potential” by Caroline Myss: In this book, Myss introduces the concept of “Sacred Contracts,” agreements that our souls make before birth to help us learn important life lessons. She discusses how understanding these contracts can lead us to our soulmates—individuals who are part of our spiritual journey and with whom we have predestined encounters to fulfill our mutual destinies.
“Finding Your Way to Your Authentic Career” by Laurence G. Boldt: While not exclusively about romantic soulmates, this book explores the idea of finding one’s true path and purpose in life, which also leads to meeting people who resonate on the same frequency, including soulmates. Boldt combines practical career advice with spiritual insight, encouraging us to align their work with our inner values and, in doing so, attract meaningful relationships that support our true selves.
5 Fiction Books About Soulmates
“The Night Circus” by Erin Morgenstern: This enchanting novel is set against the backdrop of a magical competition between two young illusionists, Celia and Marco, who are unknowingly bound to a lifelong duel by their mentors. As they create ever-more wondrous attractions within the circus’s black-and-white tents, they fall deeply in love, realizing they are soulmates. Their love story becomes a central thread in the tapestry of the circus, challenging the boundaries of the game they must play and the world they live in.
“The Time Traveler’s Wife” by Audrey Niffenegger: This innovative and poignant novel explores the relationship between Clare, an artist, and Henry, a librarian with a genetic disorder that causes him to involuntarily time travel. Their love story, told with intense emotional depth, showcases the idea of soulmates bound together despite the challenges of time and fate.
“Me Before You” by Jojo Moyes: While not a traditional soulmate story with a happily-ever-after, this novel explores the deep and transformative connection between Louisa Clark and Will Traynor. An ordinary girl, Louisa takes a job caring for Will, a former high-flyer now wheelchair-bound after an accident. Their journey together, filled with laughter, tears, and love, challenges both of them to rethink what it means to live and love truly.
“Eleanor & Park” by Rainbow Rowell: Set in the 1980s, this young adult novel captures the story of two misfit teenagers, Eleanor and Park, who slowly fall in love over comic books and mixtapes. Their deep connection and understanding of each other highlight the concept of soulmates found in the least expected places during the tumultuous time of adolescence.
“Soulmate” by Deepak Chopra: In this novel, Chopra combines his deep knowledge of spirituality with the narrative form to explore the concept of soulmates. The story follows Raj Rabban, a young doctor in New York, who thinks he knows all about love and life until he meets Maya, a mysterious woman who opens his heart to the reality of soul connections and the journey of true love that transcends conventional boundaries.
5 Fantasy Soulmate Books
“A Court of Thorns and Roses” series by Sarah J. Maas: This series begins with Feyre Archeron’s journey from a mortal realm into the magical lands of Prythian, where she becomes involved in the affairs of faeries and ancient curses. Throughout the series, the theme of soulmates emerges as central to the plot, with bonds that transcend time, trials, and transformations set against a backdrop of political intrigue and war.
“Daughter of Smoke and Bone” by Laini Taylor: In this trilogy, Karou, a blue-haired art student in Prague with a mysterious past, is caught in an otherworldly war between angels and demons. The theme of soulmates is beautifully explored through Karou’s connection with Akiva, an angel, revealing a love that defies the boundaries of past lives and the warring nature of their respective worlds.
“Soulmate” by Kellie McAllen: This novel is part of “The Soulmate Series,” which revolves around a world where everyone has a predestined soulmate. The protagonist, Cassie, discovers her soulmate is unexpected, leading her on a journey filled with magical abilities, divine intervention, and the true meaning of being bound to another soul.
“Serpent & Dove” by Shelby Mahurin: Set in a world where the Church hunts witches, this story follows Lou, a witch, and Reid, a witch hunter, who are forced into an unlikely marriage. Their initial hatred turns into a complex relationship marked by secrets, loyalty, and an emerging bond that hints at a deeper, soulmate-like connection.
“Significance” by Shelly Crane: In this novel, Maggie Masters saves Caleb Jacobson from a near-fatal accident, sparking an immediate and intense connection between them. They soon discover they are “Significants,” bound by a cosmic relationship that grants them abilities and a bond unlike any other. The series explores the challenges and triumphs of navigating a relationship that’s fated yet fraught with dangers from external forces.
These stories, woven from the threads of destiny, chance, and pure emotion, offer more than just escapism; they reflect our deepest desires and the universal longing for a connection that defies explanation. They remind us that searching for a soulmate is not just about finding another person but about discovering the missing pieces of ourselves in the eyes of another.
Whether these tales have sparked hope, rekindled belief, or simply entertained, the journey through the landscapes of love and destiny they offer is a testament to the enduring power of the soulmate bond.
May the magic of these narratives inspire you to listen to the whispers of your own heart, guiding you on your path to finding your other half, your confidant, your soulmate, in this vast and beautiful tapestry of life.
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