Books Like Finding Yvonne
Families who loved Finding Yvonne by Brandy Colbert 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 Finding Yvonne by Brandy Colbert 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 a period of profound transition, whether they are re-evaluating a long-held passion or facing the weight of a life-altering decision. Finding Yvonne follows a talented Black violinist who realizes she may not be destined for the professional music career she always imagined. As she struggles with her identity outside of the violin and a distant relationship with her father, she discovers she is unexpectedly pregnant. The story handles these complex themes with maturity and nuance, focusing on agency, the courage to change course, and the reality that life rarely follows a straight line. It is an excellent choice for parents looking to support their older teens through conversations about bodily autonomy, the pressure of expectations, and finding one's voice.
