Books Like In the Break
Families who loved In the Break by Jack Lopez 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 In the Break by Jack Lopez often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
A parent would reach for In the Break when their teenager is navigating the complex waters of intense loyalty, family dysfunction, or the desire to run away from overwhelming circumstances. This gritty, realistic novel follows Juan and Jamie as they flee to Mexico after Jamie is involved in a violent family incident. While the backdrop is a thrilling surf trip, the core of the story explores how young people process trauma and the lengths they will go to for those they love. It is a mature look at the consequences of our choices and the heavy weight of secrets. This book is best suited for older teens due to its depictions of domestic instability and its realistic, sometimes harsh, look at coming of age on the road. It offers a bridge for parents to talk about healthy coping mechanisms and the reality of facing one's problems rather than outrunning them.
