Books Like The Proposal
Families who loved The Proposal by Katherine Applegate 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 The Proposal by Katherine Applegate often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Reach for this book when your child is grappling with the complicated emotions of a parent dating after a loss, or when they feel like they are the only ones holding onto a hope that others have given up on. In this installment of the Animorphs series, Marco faces a deeply personal crisis: his father is ready to move on and marry again, but Marco knows a secret that makes this transition feel like a betrayal. While the story is wrapped in a fast-paced science fiction adventure involving alien invasions, its heart is a sensitive exploration of grief, loyalty, and the fear of a family changing forever. It is an excellent choice for middle-grade readers who enjoy action but also appreciate stories that validate the messy, often angry feelings that come with blended family dynamics and the long tail of mourning.
