Recommended Titles Data
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| Requested Title | Requested Author | Recommended Title | Recommended Author | Recommendation Rationale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tree House Mystery | Gertrude Chandler Warner | The Boxcar Children | Gertrude Chandler Warner | If you enjoyed Tree House Mystery's focus on children solving a mystery, you might appreciate The Boxcar Children for its similar themes of resourcefulness, independence, and adventure as four orphaned siblings work together to solve a mystery and create a home for themselves. |
| Tree House Mystery | Gertrude Chandler Warner | Encyclopedia Brown, Boy Detective | Donald J. Sobol | If you enjoyed the mystery-solving aspect of Tree House Mystery, you might find Encyclopedia Brown, Boy Detective intriguing with its clever puzzles, brain teasers, and mysteries that readers can solve along with the protagonist, making for an engaging and interactive reading experience. |
| Tree House Mystery | Gertrude Chandler Warner | The Secret of the Old Clock | Carolyn Keene | If you enjoyed the mystery and adventure elements of Tree House Mystery, The Secret of the Old Clock might be a good fit with its plucky and resourceful protagonist, Nancy Drew, as she solves a mystery involving a missing will, hidden treasure, and a dangerous criminal, all while navigating the social expectations of her time. |
| Cam Jansen: the Tennis Trophy Mystery | David A. Adler | Nate the Great and the Lost List | Marjorie Weinman Sharmat | If you enjoyed the mystery-solving aspect of Cam Jansen, you might also enjoy Nate the Great and the Lost List, which features a young detective who uses his wits and problem-solving skills to find a missing list. |
| Cam Jansen: the Tennis Trophy Mystery | David A. Adler | Encyclopedia Brown, Boy Detective | Donald J. Sobol | If you liked the idea of a young detective solving mysteries, Encyclopedia Brown, Boy Detective is a classic series that features a young boy who solves cases in his hometown using his intelligence and observation skills. |
| Cam Jansen: the Tennis Trophy Mystery | David A. Adler | The Boxcar Children | Gertrude Chandler Warner | If you enjoyed the sense of adventure and mystery in Cam Jansen, The Boxcar Children is a beloved series that follows four siblings who run away and live in an abandoned boxcar, solving mysteries and having adventures along the way. |
| Doug Unplugged | Dan Yaccarino | The Most Magnificent Thing | Ashley Spires | If you enjoyed Doug Unplugged's exploration of creativity and problem-solving, you might appreciate The Most Magnificent Thing for its charming illustrations, relatable protagonist, and inspiring message about perseverance and innovation. |
| Doug Unplugged | Dan Yaccarino | Rosie Revere, Engineer | Andrea Beaty | If you liked Doug Unplugged's emphasis on curiosity and learning, you might enjoy Rosie Revere, Engineer for its engaging rhymes, diverse characters, and empowering portrayal of a young girl who dreams of becoming an inventor. |
| Doug Unplugged | Dan Yaccarino | Hello Ruby: Adventures in Coding | Linda Liukas | If you were intrigued by Doug Unplugged's introduction to technology and coding, you might find Hello Ruby: Adventures in Coding fascinating with its interactive activities, colorful illustrations, and playful approach to teaching programming concepts to children. |
| The Crossing Places | Elly Griffiths | The Dry | Jane Harper | If you enjoyed the atmospheric setting and the intricate plot of The Crossing Places, you might appreciate The Dry for its gripping mystery, vivid portrayal of a small town in Australia, and its exploration of the impact of drought on the community. |
| The Crossing Places | Elly Griffiths | The Sweetness at the Bottom of the Pie | Alan Bradley | If you liked the character of Ruth Galloway and the way she uses her expertise to solve the mystery, you might enjoy The Sweetness at the Bottom of the Pie for its charming protagonist, Flavia de Luce, and her passion for chemistry, which she uses to solve a murder in her English village. |
| The Crossing Places | Elly Griffiths | The Various Haunts of Men | Susan Hill | If you appreciated the slow-burning tension and the intricate plot of The Crossing Places, you might find The Various Haunts of Men intriguing with its complex characters, multiple perspectives, and its exploration of the dark secrets that lie beneath the surface of a small English town. |
| Next Year in Havana | Chanel Cleeton | The Island of Sea Women | Lisa See | If you enjoyed the historical and cultural elements of Next Year in Havana, The Island of Sea Women offers a captivating story that explores the lives of female divers on a Korean island, their friendship, and the impact of political events on their lives. |
| Next Year in Havana | Chanel Cleeton | The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo | Taylor Jenkins Reid | If you were captivated by the strong female characters and their personal journeys in Next Year in Havana, The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo offers a compelling story of a Hollywood icon's rise to fame, her seven marriages, and the secrets she kept hidden from the public. |
| Next Year in Havana | Chanel Cleeton | The Alice Network | Kate Quinn | If you enjoyed the dual timeline structure and the exploration of family secrets in Next Year in Havana, The Alice Network offers a thrilling story of a female spy network during World War I, their dangerous missions, and the impact of their actions on their lives and the lives of those around them. |
| Ikenga | Nnedi Okorafor | Children of Blood and Bone | Tomi Adeyemi | If you enjoyed Ikenga's exploration of African mythology and culture, you might appreciate Children of Blood and Bone for its rich world-building, complex characters, and examination of power, oppression, and revolution in a fantasy setting inspired by West African folklore. |
| Ikenga | Nnedi Okorafor | Binti | Nnedi Okorafor | If you enjoyed Nnedi Okorafor's writing style and themes of identity and belonging in Ikenga, you might enjoy Binti, a novella that follows a young woman from the Himba tribe as she leaves Earth to attend an intergalactic university, facing cultural clashes and danger along the way. |
| Ikenga | Nnedi Okorafor | Akata Witch | Nnedi Okorafor | If you enjoyed Ikenga's blend of magic, adventure, and Nigerian culture, you might enjoy Akata Witch, a novel that follows a young albino girl with magical abilities as she discovers her place in a secret society of Nigerian witches, learning about her heritage and facing a dangerous enemy. |
| The Chicken Sisters | KJ Dell'Antonia | The Lager Queen of Minnesota | J. Ryan Stradal | If you enjoyed the heartwarming family dynamics and small-town charm of The Chicken Sisters, you might appreciate The Lager Queen of Minnesota for its exploration of family relationships, Midwestern culture, and the beer industry. |
| The Chicken Sisters | KJ Dell'Antonia | The Bookish Life of Nina Hill | Abbi Waxman | If you liked the quirky and relatable characters in The Chicken Sisters, you might enjoy The Bookish Life of Nina Hill for its charming protagonist, witty humor, and celebration of books and community. |
| The Chicken Sisters | KJ Dell'Antonia | The City Baker's Guide to Country Living | Louise Miller | If you appreciated the cozy and atmospheric setting of The Chicken Sisters, you might find The City Baker's Guide to Country Living appealing with its charming Vermont town, mouth-watering descriptions of baked goods, and heartwarming story of self-discovery. |
| Cattywampus | Ash Van Otterloo | The Jumbies | Tracey Baptiste | If you enjoyed the magical and spooky elements of Cattywampus, you might appreciate The Jumbies for its exploration of Caribbean folklore, its brave and resourceful young protagonist, and its thrilling adventure. |
| Cattywampus | Ash Van Otterloo | The Witch Boy | Molly Knox Ostertag | If you were captivated by Cattywampus's examination of gender roles and expectations, you might find The Witch Boy intriguing with its exploration of a young boy's desire to become a witch, its themes of acceptance and individuality, and its beautiful artwork. |
| Cattywampus | Ash Van Otterloo | The Girl Who Drank the Moon | Kelly Barnhill | If you enjoyed the whimsical and imaginative elements of Cattywampus, The Girl Who Drank the Moon offers a captivating story that delves into magic, friendship, and the power of stories, providing a heartwarming and enchanting reading experience. |
| Pimp: the Story of My Life | Iceberg Slim | The Autobiography of Malcolm X | Malcolm X and Alex Haley | If you appreciated the raw and honest portrayal of life in a marginalized community in Pimp, you might enjoy The Autobiography of Malcolm X for its powerful examination of race, identity, and social justice, as well as its unflinching portrayal of the realities of life in America for Black people. |
| Pimp: the Story of My Life | Iceberg Slim | Push | Sapphire | If you were moved by the gritty and unapologetic depiction of life on the streets in Pimp, you might find Push to be a compelling read with its exploration of poverty, abuse, and survival, as well as its vivid and authentic portrayal of the experiences of a young Black woman in America. |
| Pimp: the Story of My Life | Iceberg Slim | The Coldest Winter Ever | Sister Souljah | If you enjoyed the streetwise and authentic voice of Iceberg Slim in Pimp, you might appreciate The Coldest Winter Ever for its gripping and unflinching portrayal of life in the inner city, as well as its exploration of themes such as family, loyalty, and the struggle for survival. |
| The Janus Stone | Elly Griffiths | The Crossing Places | Elly Griffiths | If you enjoyed The Janus Stone's blend of archaeology, forensics, and mystery, you might appreciate The Crossing Places, the first book in the Ruth Galloway series, which features a forensic archaeologist as the protagonist and explores the intersection of history and crime. |
| The Janus Stone | Elly Griffiths | The Cuckoo's Calling | Robert Galbraith | If you enjoyed the investigative and procedural elements of The Janus Stone, you might find The Cuckoo's Calling intriguing with its complex and flawed detective, atmospheric London setting, and intricate plot that keeps you guessing until the end. |
| The Janus Stone | Elly Griffiths | The Sweetness at the Bottom of the Pie | Alan Bradley | If you enjoyed the historical and character-driven aspects of The Janus Stone, you might appreciate The Sweetness at the Bottom of the Pie, which features an eleven-year-old protagonist with a passion for chemistry and a knack for solving mysteries in 1950s England, offering a charming and witty read. |
| Ellie Steps Up to the Plate | Callie Barkley | The Critter Club: Amy and the Missing Puppy | Callie Barkley | If you enjoyed Ellie's character and the animal theme in Ellie Steps Up to the Plate, you might enjoy The Critter Club series, which also features a group of friends who love animals and solve mysteries together. |
| Ellie Steps Up to the Plate | Callie Barkley | The Puppy Place: Goldie | Ellen Miles | If you liked the focus on puppies and the heartwarming story in Ellie Steps Up to the Plate, you might enjoy The Puppy Place series, which follows a family that fosters puppies and helps them find their forever homes. |
| Ellie Steps Up to the Plate | Callie Barkley | The Magic Paintbrush | Julia Donaldson | If you enjoyed the themes of creativity and imagination in Ellie Steps Up to the Plate, you might enjoy The Magic Paintbrush, a retelling of a Chinese folktale about a boy who uses a magic paintbrush to bring his paintings to life. |
| Beauchamp Hall: a Novel | Danielle Steel | The High Tide Club | Mary Kay Andrews | If you enjoyed the small town setting and the themes of friendship and self-discovery in Beauchamp Hall, you might also enjoy The High Tide Club, which features a group of women brought together by a mysterious benefactor and forced to confront their pasts and secrets. |
| Beauchamp Hall: a Novel | Danielle Steel | The Lost Girls of Paris | Pam Jenoff | If you were drawn to the strong female characters and the historical backdrop of Beauchamp Hall, you might find The Lost Girls of Paris compelling with its story of female spies during World War II, their bravery and sacrifices, and the impact of their actions on the war effort. |
| Beauchamp Hall: a Novel | Danielle Steel | The Bookshop on the Corner | Jenny Colgan | If you enjoyed the cozy and heartwarming atmosphere of Beauchamp Hall, you might appreciate The Bookshop on the Corner, which follows a young woman who opens a mobile bookstore in a small Scottish town, and the community she builds around her love of books. |
| The Last Time I Saw You: a Novel | Liv Constantine | The Silent Patient | Alex Michaelides | If you enjoyed the suspenseful and twisty plot of The Last Time I Saw You, you might also enjoy The Silent Patient, which similarly features a gripping mystery and an unreliable narrator that will keep you guessing until the very end. |
| The Last Time I Saw You: a Novel | Liv Constantine | The Wife Between Us | Greer Hendricks and Sarah Pekkanen | If you liked the psychological suspense and complex characters in The Last Time I Saw You, you might also enjoy The Wife Between Us, which features a similar web of secrets, lies, and betrayals that will keep you on the edge of your seat. |
| The Last Time I Saw You: a Novel | Liv Constantine | The Other Mrs. | Mary Kubica | If you enjoyed the atmospheric setting and chilling tone of The Last Time I Saw You, you might also enjoy The Other Mrs., which takes place on a remote island in Maine and features a haunting mystery that will keep you guessing until the very end. |
| Emily Windsnap and the Falls of Forgotten Island | Liz Kessler | Percy Jackson and The Lightning Thief | Rick Riordan | If you enjoyed the mix of adventure, mythology, and humor in Emily Windsnap and the Falls of Forgotten Island, you might also enjoy Percy Jackson and The Lightning Thief, which follows a young demigod on a quest to clear his name and prevent a war between the gods. |
| Emily Windsnap and the Falls of Forgotten Island | Liz Kessler | The Tail of Emily Windsnap | Liz Kessler | If you enjoyed the character of Emily Windsnap and her underwater adventures, you might also enjoy the first book in the series, The Tail of Emily Windsnap, which introduces her as a half-mermaid who discovers her true identity and sets out to find her missing father. |
| Emily Windsnap and the Falls of Forgotten Island | Liz Kessler | The Secret of the Old Clock | Carolyn Keene | If you enjoyed the mystery and suspense elements of Emily Windsnap and the Falls of Forgotten Island, you might also enjoy The Secret of the Old Clock, the first book in the Nancy Drew series, which follows the teenage detective as she investigates a missing will and uncovers a web of secrets and lies. |
| Kono Kimochi mo Itsuka Wasureru | Sumino Yoru | I Want to Eat Your Pancreas | Yoru Sumino | If you enjoyed the emotional depth and poignant themes of Kono Kimochi mo Itsuka Wasureru, you might appreciate I Want to Eat Your Pancreas for its exploration of life, death, and the human condition, as well as its beautifully written characters and heart-wrenching story. |
| Kono Kimochi mo Itsuka Wasureru | Sumino Yoru | Your Lie in April | Naoshi Arakawa | If you were captivated by Kono Kimochi mo Itsuka Wasureru's examination of love, loss, and the power of memories, you might find Your Lie in April intriguing with its exploration of music, friendship, and the transformative power of art, as well as its emotional resonance and stunning visuals. |
| Kono Kimochi mo Itsuka Wasureru | Sumino Yoru | The Garden of Words | Makoto Shinkai | If you enjoyed the atmospheric and introspective nature of Kono Kimochi mo Itsuka Wasureru, The Garden of Words offers a visually stunning and emotionally resonant story that explores the themes of loneliness, connection, and the beauty of fleeting moments, providing a deeply moving and immersive experience. |
| Rumble of the Coaster Ghost | Troy Cummings | The Haunted Mansion | John Esposito | If you enjoyed the spooky and thrilling elements of Rumble of the Coaster Ghost, The Haunted Mansion offers a similar experience with its eerie setting, ghostly apparitions, and suspenseful plot, making it a perfect read for fans of haunted houses and supernatural mysteries. |
| Rumble of the Coaster Ghost | Troy Cummings | The Puzzling World of Winston Breen | Eric Berlin | If you enjoyed the puzzle-solving aspect of Rumble of the Coaster Ghost, The Puzzling World of Winston Breen offers a similar experience with its clever riddles, brain teasers, and codes, making it a perfect read for fans of mystery and logic puzzles. |
| Rumble of the Coaster Ghost | Troy Cummings | Escape from Mr. Lemoncello's Library | Chris Grabenstein | If you enjoyed the adventure and excitement of Rumble of the Coaster Ghost, Escape from Mr. Lemoncello's Library offers a similar experience with its thrilling scavenger hunt, clever clues, and exciting challenges, making it a perfect read for fans of action-packed and immersive stories. |
| Lola: a Ghost Story | J. Torres | Anyas Ghost | Vera Brosgol | If you enjoyed Lola's ghostly presence and the exploration of the afterlife, you might appreciate Anya's Ghost for its supernatural elements, coming-of-age story, and exploration of identity and belonging. |
| Lola: a Ghost Story | J. Torres | Through the Woods | Emily Carroll | If you were captivated by Lola's eerie and atmospheric tone, you might find Through the Woods intriguing with its haunting illustrations, dark fairy tale themes, and exploration of fear and the unknown. |