Books Like Atalanta and the Arcadian Beast
Families who loved Atalanta and the Arcadian Beast by Jane Yolen 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 Atalanta and the Arcadian Beast by Jane Yolen 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 feels like an outsider or is struggling to process the loss of a parent while finding their own strength. It is a powerful choice for children who prefer nature to social circles and feel a deep, protective bond with animals. In this reimagining of Greek myth, twelve-year-old Atalanta is raised by a bear after being abandoned, eventually venturing into the world of men to hunt the beast that killed her father. The story explores heavy themes of grief, identity, and the courage it takes to trust others when you have been let down by the world. It is perfectly suited for middle-grade readers (ages 8 to 12) who are beginning to navigate their own independence. You might choose this to help your child see that being different is a strength and that family can be found in the most unexpected companions.
