Recommended Titles Data
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| Requested Title | Requested Author | Recommended Title | Recommended Author | Recommendation Rationale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A Little Life: a Novel | Hanya Yanagihara | The Heart's Invisible Furies | John Boyne | If you were moved by the themes of identity, love, and friendship in A Little Life, you might find The Heart's Invisible Furies compelling with its exploration of similar themes, as well as its engaging protagonist, historical backdrop, and poignant storytelling. |
| A Little Life: a Novel | Hanya Yanagihara | The Overstory | Richard Powers | If you enjoyed the lyrical prose and powerful themes of A Little Life, The Overstory might be a good fit for you with its exploration of humanity's relationship with nature, its complex characters, and its profound meditation on the interconnectedness of all things. |
| Rich People Problems: a Novel | Kevin Kwan | Crazy Rich Asians | Kevin Kwan | If you enjoyed Rich People Problems' satirical take on the lives of the ultra-wealthy, you might appreciate the first book in the trilogy, Crazy Rich Asians, which introduces the characters and their opulent lifestyles in a humorous and engaging way. |
| Rich People Problems: a Novel | Kevin Kwan | The Nest | Cynthia D'Aprix Sweeney | If you enjoyed the family drama and exploration of wealth and privilege in Rich People Problems, you might enjoy The Nest, which follows the lives of four adult siblings who are anxiously awaiting their inheritance, and the secrets and tensions that arise as they navigate their relationships and financial futures. |
| Rich People Problems: a Novel | Kevin Kwan | The Wangs vs. the World | Jade Chang | If you enjoyed the humor and satire in Rich People Problems, you might appreciate The Wangs vs. the World, which follows a Chinese-American family as they embark on a cross-country road trip to regroup after losing their fortune, and the unexpected adventures and revelations that ensue. |
| A Not-So-Scary Monster! | Jonathan Fenske | Leonardo, the Terrible Monster | Mo Willems | If you enjoyed the humorous and heartwarming story of a monster who isn't quite what he seems, you might also enjoy Leonardo, the Terrible Monster, which features a lovable monster who discovers that making friends is more important than scaring people. |
| A Not-So-Scary Monster! | Jonathan Fenske | The Monster at the End of This Book | Jon Stone | If you enjoyed the playful and interactive nature of A Not-So-Scary Monster!, you might also enjoy The Monster at the End of This Book, which features beloved Sesame Street character Grover trying to prevent readers from turning the pages and encountering the monster at the end. |
| A Not-So-Scary Monster! | Jonathan Fenske | I Need My Monster | Amanda Noll | If you enjoyed the idea of a monster who isn't quite scary enough, you might also enjoy I Need My Monster, which features a boy who can't fall asleep without the comforting presence of his monster under the bed, but finds that his substitute monsters just aren't the same. |
| Otter Loves Easter! | Sam Garton | Llama Llama Easter Egg | Anna Dewdney | If you enjoyed Otter Loves Easter!'s adorable illustrations and heartwarming story, you might also enjoy Llama Llama Easter Egg, which features a lovable protagonist and a fun Easter egg hunt. |
| Otter Loves Easter! | Sam Garton | Pete the Cat: Big Easter Adventure | James Dean | If you liked Otter Loves Easter!'s playful tone and colorful illustrations, you might appreciate Pete the Cat: Big Easter Adventure, which follows the titular feline as he helps the Easter Bunny deliver eggs and candy. |
| Otter Loves Easter! | Sam Garton | Happy Easter, Mouse! | Laura Numeroff | If you enjoyed Otter Loves Easter!'s emphasis on friendship and sharing, you might also like Happy Easter, Mouse!, which features a charming mouse who shares Easter treats with his friends. |
| I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter | Erika L. Sánchez | The Poet X | Elizabeth Acevedo | If you enjoyed the coming-of-age story and exploration of identity in I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter, you might appreciate The Poet X for its powerful and poetic narrative, as well as its examination of the intersection of race, religion, and gender. |
| I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter | Erika L. Sánchez | Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe | Benjamin Alire Sáenz | If you were captivated by the themes of family, self-discovery, and mental health in I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter, you might find Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe intriguing with its exploration of friendship, sexuality, and cultural identity, as well as its lyrical and introspective writing style. |
| I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter | Erika L. Sánchez | Mexican Gothic | Silvia Moreno-Garcia | If you enjoyed the exploration of Mexican culture and the gothic elements in I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter, you might appreciate Mexican Gothic for its eerie and atmospheric setting, as well as its examination of colonialism, race, and gender in Mexico. |
| King's Cage | Victoria Aveyard | Red Queen | Victoria Aveyard | If you enjoyed King's Cage, you might want to read the first book in the series, Red Queen, which introduces the world of Norta, its political intrigue, and the struggle between the Reds and the Silvers, with a strong female protagonist and a thrilling plot. |
| King's Cage | Victoria Aveyard | The Hunger Games | Suzanne Collins | If you liked the dystopian setting, the themes of rebellion and survival, and the strong female lead in King's Cage, you might enjoy The Hunger Games, a classic YA novel that explores similar ideas in a thrilling and thought-provoking way. |
| King's Cage | Victoria Aveyard | Graceling | Kristin Cashore | If you enjoyed the fantasy elements, the romance, and the strong female protagonist in King's Cage, you might appreciate Graceling, a novel set in a world where some people are born with special abilities, and follows a young woman who must use her powers to protect her kingdom and herself. |
| Eva's Campfire Adventure | Rebecca Elliott | The Princess in Black | Shannon Hale and Dean Hale | If you enjoyed Eva's spunky and adventurous spirit, you might also enjoy The Princess in Black, which features a brave and resourceful heroine who battles monsters and saves the day while keeping her royal identity a secret. |
| Eva's Campfire Adventure | Rebecca Elliott | Ivy and Bean | Annie Barrows | If you liked Eva's close friendship with her best friend, you might enjoy Ivy and Bean, which follows the misadventures of two young girls who become unlikely friends and partners in crime, getting into all sorts of trouble and having fun along the way. |
| Eva's Campfire Adventure | Rebecca Elliott | Mercy Watson to the Rescue | Kate DiCamillo | If you enjoyed the humor and heart of Eva's Campfire Adventure, you might appreciate Mercy Watson to the Rescue, which features a lovable and mischievous pig who gets into all sorts of scrapes and adventures, with plenty of laughs and heartwarming moments along the way. |
| The Shaman of Karres | Eric Flint, Dave Freer | The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy | Douglas Adams | If you enjoyed the humorous and irreverent tone of The Shaman of Karres, you might appreciate The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy for its witty satire, zany characters, and absurd situations that poke fun at science fiction tropes and human nature. |
| The Shaman of Karres | Eric Flint, Dave Freer | The Stainless Steel Rat | Harry Harrison | If you liked the adventurous and swashbuckling elements of The Shaman of Karres, you might find The Stainless Steel Rat appealing with its charismatic anti-hero, daring heists, and intergalactic conflicts that blend action, humor, and romance. |
| The Shaman of Karres | Eric Flint, Dave Freer | The Long Earth | Terry Pratchett, Stephen Baxter | If you enjoyed the imaginative and world-building aspects of The Shaman of Karres, The Long Earth might intrigue you with its exploration of parallel universes, evolution, and the nature of humanity, as well as its engaging characters and thought-provoking themes. |
| Dune Messiah | Frank Herbert | Hyperion | Dan Simmons | If you enjoyed the complex political intrigue and philosophical themes of Dune Messiah, Hyperion offers a similarly intricate narrative that explores the nature of humanity, religion, and power through a series of interconnected stories set in a richly imagined universe. |
| Dune Messiah | Frank Herbert | Foundation | Isaac Asimov | If you appreciated the epic scope and intricate plotting of Dune Messiah, Foundation offers a similarly ambitious story that spans centuries and explores the rise and fall of civilizations, with a focus on the role of science and technology in shaping human destiny. |
| Dune Messiah | Frank Herbert | The Left Hand of Darkness | Ursula K. Le Guin | If you were drawn to the complex characters and thought-provoking themes of Dune Messiah, The Left Hand of Darkness offers a similarly nuanced exploration of gender, politics, and identity, set in a beautifully crafted world that challenges readers to question their assumptions about the nature of humanity. |
| A Sky Beyond the Storm: a Novel | Sabaa Tahir | Children of Blood and Bone | Tomi Adeyemi | If you enjoyed the epic fantasy world-building and strong female characters in A Sky Beyond the Storm, you might also enjoy Children of Blood and Bone, which features a richly imagined West African-inspired world, a compelling magic system, and a fierce heroine fighting against oppression. |
| A Sky Beyond the Storm: a Novel | Sabaa Tahir | An Ember in the Ashes | Sabaa Tahir | If you enjoyed the writing style and character development in A Sky Beyond the Storm, you might also enjoy An Ember in the Ashes, which is also written by Sabaa Tahir and features a gripping story of survival, rebellion, and romance set in a brutal and oppressive world. |
| A Sky Beyond the Storm: a Novel | Sabaa Tahir | The Poppy War | R.F. Kuang | If you enjoyed the complex themes and political intrigue in A Sky Beyond the Storm, you might also enjoy The Poppy War, which explores the devastating impact of war on individuals and society, and features a powerful heroine who must navigate the treacherous world of politics and magic to save her people. |
| Goodbye Brings Hello | Dianne White | The Goodbye Book | Todd Parr | If you enjoyed the theme of saying goodbye and moving on in Goodbye Brings Hello, you might appreciate The Goodbye Book for its gentle and reassuring approach to dealing with loss and change, and its colorful and engaging illustrations. |
| Goodbye Brings Hello | Dianne White | The Rabbit Listened | Cori Doerrfeld | If you were touched by the emotional resonance of Goodbye Brings Hello, you might find The Rabbit Listened a poignant and heartwarming story about empathy, friendship, and the power of listening, with its beautiful and expressive illustrations and relatable characters. |
| Goodbye Brings Hello | Dianne White | The Invisible String | Patrice Karst | If you enjoyed the comforting and uplifting message of Goodbye Brings Hello, The Invisible String offers a touching and reassuring story about the unbreakable connections between loved ones, and how we are always connected even when we are apart, with its warm and inviting illustrations and relatable characters. |
| Haunted House | Wes Adams | The Haunting of Hill House | Shirley Jackson | If you enjoyed the spooky and atmospheric elements of Haunted House, you might appreciate The Haunting of Hill House for its masterful use of suspense, psychological horror, and exploration of the supernatural. |
| Haunted House | Wes Adams | The Shining | Stephen King | If you enjoyed the haunted house setting and the sense of dread in Haunted House, you might find The Shining to be a gripping read with its iconic characters, eerie atmosphere, and exploration of madness and the supernatural. |
| Haunted House | Wes Adams | Hell House | Richard Matheson | If you enjoyed the haunted house theme and the exploration of the paranormal in Haunted House, you might appreciate Hell House for its chilling atmosphere, complex characters, and exploration of the boundaries between science and the supernatural. |
| Hazel and Twig: The Lost Egg | Brenna Burns Yu | The Odd Egg | Emily Gravett | If you enjoyed the theme of eggs and animals in Hazel and Twig: The Lost Egg, you might appreciate The Odd Egg for its charming illustrations, playful story, and exploration of the different types of eggs and animals in the world. |
| Hazel and Twig: The Lost Egg | Brenna Burns Yu | The Egg | M. P. Robertson | If you were captivated by the mystery and adventure in Hazel and Twig: The Lost Egg, you might find The Egg intriguing with its magical and fantastical elements, beautiful illustrations, and heartwarming story about the power of friendship and love. |
| Hazel and Twig: The Lost Egg | Brenna Burns Yu | An Egg Is Quiet | Dianna Hutts Aston | If you enjoyed the educational and informative aspects of Hazel and Twig: The Lost Egg, An Egg Is Quiet offers a visually stunning and scientifically accurate exploration of the different types of eggs and their characteristics, making it a perfect choice for young readers interested in nature and science. |
| Serena Says | Tanita S. Davis | The Hate U Give | Angie Thomas | If you enjoyed the exploration of social justice issues in Serena Says, you might appreciate The Hate U Give for its powerful examination of police brutality, systemic racism, and the Black Lives Matter movement, as seen through the eyes of a teenage girl. |
| Serena Says | Tanita S. Davis | Dear Martin | Nic Stone | If you were moved by Serena Says' portrayal of a young person's struggle to make sense of the world's injustices, you might find Dear Martin compelling with its exploration of race, identity, and activism, as a high school student grapples with the aftermath of a police shooting. |
| Serena Says | Tanita S. Davis | The Poet X | Elizabeth Acevedo | If you appreciated Serena Says' focus on the power of self-expression and finding one's voice, you might enjoy The Poet X for its lyrical and emotional story of a young woman's journey to embrace her identity, passions, and dreams through poetry. |
| Hurricane Season | Fernanda Melchor | The Iliac Crest | Cristina Rivera Garza | If you enjoyed the dark and unsettling themes of Hurricane Season, The Iliac Crest offers a similarly eerie and surreal exploration of identity, power, and violence, set in a remote asylum where the lines between reality and madness blur. |
| Hurricane Season | Fernanda Melchor | The Vegetarian | Han Kang | If you appreciated the visceral and poetic language of Hurricane Season, The Vegetarian offers a haunting and beautifully written story of a woman's transformation and rebellion against societal norms, exploring themes of desire, control, and the body. |
| Hurricane Season | Fernanda Melchor | The House of the Spirits | Isabel Allende | If you were drawn to the multi-generational and magical realist elements of Hurricane Season, The House of the Spirits offers a sweeping and enchanting family saga set in Chile, blending history, politics, and spirituality to create a rich and immersive world. |
| Olympians. [8], Apollo: the Brilliant One | George O'Connor | Percy Jackson and the Olympians: The Lightning Thief | Rick Riordan | If you enjoyed learning about the Greek gods and their stories in Olympians, you might enjoy the Percy Jackson series for its modern take on mythology, engaging characters, and thrilling adventures. |
| Olympians. [8], Apollo: the Brilliant One | George O'Connor | Athena: Grey-Eyed Goddess | George O'Connor | If you enjoyed the art and storytelling in Olympians, you might enjoy Athena: Grey-Eyed Goddess, another book in the same series that explores the story of Athena, the goddess of wisdom and war. |
| Olympians. [8], Apollo: the Brilliant One | George O'Connor | Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes | Edith Hamilton | If you enjoyed learning about Greek mythology in Olympians, you might enjoy Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes for its comprehensive coverage of Greek, Roman, and Norse myths, as well as its accessible writing style and beautiful illustrations. |
| The Institute: a Novel | Stephen King | 11/22/63 | Stephen King | If you enjoyed Stephen King's writing style and suspenseful storytelling in The Institute, you might appreciate 11/22/63 for its gripping time-travel plot, well-developed characters, and exploration of the consequences of changing history. |
| The Institute: a Novel | Stephen King | The Silent Patient | Alex Michaelides | If you were captivated by The Institute's psychological thriller elements, you might find The Silent Patient intriguing with its unreliable narrator, shocking twists, and exploration of the human psyche. |
| The Institute: a Novel | Stephen King | The Hunger Games | Suzanne Collins | If you enjoyed The Institute's focus on children with special abilities and their struggle against a powerful institution, you might appreciate The Hunger Games for its dystopian setting, strong female protagonist, and exploration of power dynamics and rebellion. |