Books Like Long Story Short
Families who loved Long Story Short by Siobhán Parkinson 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 Long Story Short by Siobhán Parkinson 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 processing the heavy weight of family responsibility or witnessing a loved one struggle with addiction. It speaks directly to the 'parentified' child who feels they must be the protector in a volatile home. The story follows fourteen-year-old Jono as he flees with his young sister to escape their alcoholic mother. While the premise is intense, the narrative focuses on the fierce bond between siblings and the courage it takes to ask for help. It is a poignant, realistic look at domestic instability for readers aged 12 to 16, offering a mirror for those in similar straits and a window of empathy for others.
