Families who loved Renegade Girls: A Queer Tale of Romance and Rabble-Rousing by Nora Neus 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 teen is beginning to notice social inequities and is looking for a roadmap on how to turn their indignation into action. It is an ideal choice for the young person who feels like an outsider and is seeking both historical validation and a sense of belonging in their identity. The story follows seventeen-year-old Nell as she goes undercover to expose harsh factory conditions in 19th-century New York. Through her partnership with pioneering photographer Alice Austen, the narrative explores the intersection of journalism, art, and activism. Parents will appreciate how it balances a tender, queer first love story with heavy themes of labor rights and social justice. It is a sophisticated yet accessible graphic novel for ages 12 and up that champions the idea that young people have the power to change history.
