Books Like Freshman Games
Families who loved Freshman Games by Linda A. Cooney 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 Freshman Games by Linda A. Cooney 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 teenager is expressing anxiety about the social hierarchies of college or feeling a sense of imposter syndrome as they prepare for a major life transition. It is particularly useful for teens who feel like their high school identity is being challenged by a larger, more competitive environment. This story follows freshman students at a large university as they navigate the complexities of Greek life, academic pressure, and the shifting landscape of their oldest friendships. The book explores deep emotional themes of belonging and the fear of being left behind by peers who seem to be adapting faster. While written in the early 90s, the core struggles regarding self-worth and social competition remain highly relevant. It is a realistic look at the transition to adulthood that helps normalize the feeling that everyone else has it figured out when, in reality, most are just as lost. It is best suited for older teens aged 14 to 18 who are beginning to look toward their own post-secondary futures.
