Books Like Curious Tides
Families who loved Curious Tides by Pascale Lacelle 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 Curious Tides by Pascale Lacelle 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 teenager is navigating the isolating waters of grief or feeling overshadowed by the accomplishments of others. It is an ideal choice for a young adult who feels like an outsider and is looking for a story that validates the messy, non-linear process of healing after a community tragedy. The narrative follows Emery, a student at a magical academy, as she investigates the mysterious drowning of her best friend and other classmates. Through a lush, atmospheric lens of lunar magic and secret societies, the story explores themes of loyalty, the burden of secrets, and the courage required to define oneself apart from family legacy. While the setting is fantastical, the emotional weight of searching for answers in the wake of loss is deeply grounded. It is best suited for mature teens (14 and up) due to its complex world-building and dark, high-stakes mystery.
