Books Like A Place Apart
Families who loved A Place Apart by Paula Fox often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Families who loved A Place Apart by Paula Fox often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Paula Fox's National Book Award-winning novel, "A Place Apart," follows Victoria Finch as she grapples with the profound grief of her father's death and the upheaval of moving to a small town outside Boston. Feeling like an outsider at her new school, Victoria is drawn into the orbit of Hugh Todd, a charming and wealthy older boy who takes an interest in her writing. While Hugh's attention initially invigorates Victoria, she slowly uncovers the manipulative nature of their friendship, learning a difficult lesson about trust, self-worth, and the complexities of human relationships. This lyrical novel is ideal for young adult readers aged 12-18, offering a sensitive exploration of loss, the challenges of adolescence, and the journey of finding one's own identity amidst change.
