Books Like Pretend She's Here
Families who loved Pretend She's Here by Luanne Rice 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 Pretend She's Here by Luanne Rice 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 if your teen is navigating a complex grief journey or if you want to explore the darker side of emotional obsession and its impact on personal identity. While the premise is a high-stakes kidnapping thriller, the heart of the story deals with how loss can distort a person's reality and the incredible resilience required to hold onto oneself in the face of manipulation. It is an intense exploration of the bonds of friendship and the desperate, sometimes dangerous ways people try to fill a void after a death. Parents should choose this for mature teens who enjoy psychological suspense but are ready to discuss the heavy emotional weight of mourning and the importance of healthy boundaries. It is appropriate for older middle schoolers and high school students who can handle themes of mental illness and psychological duress.
