Families who loved Breathless by Jennifer Niven often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
This young adult novel follows Claudine Henry, a high school senior whose life plans are derailed by her parents' sudden divorce. She and her mother move to a secluded island off the coast of Georgia, a place Claudine initially resents. As she grapples with her family's upheaval and her own aspirations, she encounters Jeremiah Crew, leading to a journey of self-discovery and first love. The book sensitively explores themes of grief, resilience, identity, and the complexities of family relationships during a pivotal time in a teenager's life.