Books Like One Order to Go
Families who loved One Order to Go by Mel Glenn 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 One Order to Go by Mel Glenn 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 feels suffocated by your expectations or is struggling to voice a life path that differs from the one you have envisioned for them. It is a poignant tool for navigating the friction that occurs when a child's emerging identity clashes with a parent's desire for security and tradition. Richie is a high school senior working in his father's diner, trapped between his own creative aspirations and his father's rigid demands for his future. With the help of a quirky, free-spirited new friend, Richie begins to find the courage to define himself outside of his family's shadow. This 1980s classic remains a relevant look at communication breakdowns and the emotional labor of growing up. It is best suited for ages 12 to 17, offering a realistic and ultimately hopeful blueprint for self-advocacy.
