Books Like Heap House
Families who loved Heap House by Edward Carey 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 Heap House by Edward Carey 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 child feels stifled by family expectations or struggles to find their own voice within a rigid environment. It is a masterfully atmospheric gothic tale about Clod Iremonger, a boy living in a vast mansion built from London's discarded rubbish. In this world, every family member is tethered to a 'birth object' that speaks to them, a metaphor for the weight of inheritance and identity. The story explores themes of belonging and bravery as Clod teams up with a rebellious servant girl to uncover the dark secrets of his lineage. While it features a spooky, macabre tone, it is a deeply imaginative choice for middle grade readers who enjoy mystery and unique world-building. Parents will appreciate how it encourages children to look past the surface of things and question the status quo.
