Books Like Hold Back the Tide
Families who loved Hold Back the Tide by Melinda Salisbury 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 Hold Back the Tide by Melinda Salisbury 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 grappling with feelings of isolation, distrust of authority, or the heavy weight of a family legacy they never asked for. Set in a remote Scottish village, the story follows Alva as she survives under the roof of a father she believes murdered her mother. It is a haunting exploration of grief and the paralyzing fear of discovering that the people meant to protect us are the ones we should fear most. While the plot involves a supernatural mystery, the emotional core focuses on resilience and the courage it takes to break a cycle of silence. This is an intense, atmospheric read best suited for mature teens who enjoy psychological thrillers and can handle dark, high stakes themes of survival and betrayal.
