Families who loved Going Vintage by Lindsey Leavitt 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 struggling with the pressures of social media, digital comparison, or the fallout of a public breakup. It serves as a gentle intervention for kids who feel tethered to their phones and need a perspective shift on what truly constitutes a connection. The story follows Mallory, who reacts to a devastating betrayal by ditching modern technology and attempting to live by her grandmother's 1962 to-do list. While the premise is lighthearted and humorous, the emotional core explores identity, the complexity of family secrets, and the realization that 'simpler times' were rarely simple. It is a perfect choice for parents wanting to encourage a digital detox or to help a child navigate the sting of infidelity with humor and self-reflection. The content is age-appropriate for middle and high schoolers, focusing on personal growth and healthy boundaries rather than mature romance.