Books Like Don't You Trust Me?
Families who loved Don't You Trust Me? by Patrice Kindl 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 Don't You Trust Me? by Patrice Kindl often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
A parent would reach for this book when their teenager expresses a profound desire to escape their own life or feels burdened by the expectations of being a good kid. It speaks directly to the adolescent fantasy of reinventing oneself through a clean slate. The story follows a girl who impulsively swaps identities with a stranger at an airport, leading to a suspenseful journey into a stranger's family and secrets. While the premise is high stakes, the book explores deep themes of trust, the masks we wear, and the ethics of deception. It is ideal for ages 12 and up, offering a safe space to discuss the consequences of impulsive choices and the true meaning of identity without being overly dark or graphic.
