Books Like The Dark and Hollow Places
Families who loved The Dark and Hollow Places by Carrie Ryan 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 The Dark and Hollow Places by Carrie Ryan 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 this book when their teen feels trapped by the heavy weight of family expectations or the pressure to perform in a high-stakes environment. It speaks directly to the young person who feels they must choose between safety and the wild, unpredictable call of their own identity. Set in a world where the weather itself is a dangerous, sentient force, the story follows a protagonist navigating a literal and metaphorical storm. It explores themes of resilience and the courage required to trust one's instincts when the adults in power are wrong. While the dystopian setting provides thrilling adventure, the heart of the book is about the transition from childhood obedience to the independent, often scary, freedom of early adulthood. It is an excellent choice for 12 to 18 year olds who enjoy immersive world-building and are looking for a mirror to their own struggles with autonomy.
