Books Like Coming Back
Families who loved Coming Back by Lisa Norby 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 Coming Back by Lisa Norby often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
A parent might reach for this book when their teen is dealing with the sting of rejection, like being cut from a team or excluded from a friend group. 'Coming Back Cheerleaders' follows Polly, whose world is turned upside down when a rival gets her kicked off the varsity cheer squad. The story is a heartfelt exploration of resilience, showing how a devastating setback can become an opportunity for growth. It beautifully handles themes of true friendship, building self-confidence outside of a single label, and the quiet courage it takes to start over. For teens navigating the intense social pressures of school sports and cliques, this book offers a hopeful and relatable model for bouncing back and discovering that your identity is much bigger than any one activity.
