Families who loved Lost and Found: A Journey to Myself by Eliza Northwood 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 struggling with the feeling of being an outsider or is hiding their true self behind a screen or a hobby. It is particularly resonant for those navigating biracial identities or who use creative outlets to process complex emotions. The story follows Maya, a sixteen-year-old in the Pacific Northwest, who discovers a mysterious camera that encourages her to look closer at the world and her own family history. Through themes of vulnerability and creative courage, it helps teens understand that being seen is a prerequisite for being known. It is a gentle yet profound exploration of self-worth, perfectly suited for the 14 to 17 age range where identity formation is at its peak.
