Books Like Roomies
Families who loved Roomies by Sara Zarr 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 Roomies by Sara Zarr 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 standing on the precipice of a major life transition, such as graduating high school or moving away for the first time. It is an ideal pick for students who feel a mix of excitement and paralyzing anxiety about leaving their childhood identity behind to start fresh in a new environment. Through the dual perspectives of future roommates Elizabeth and Lauren, the story captures the specific, frantic energy of the summer before college. The narrative explores the tension between wanting to escape family drama and the fear of losing the safety net of home. Parents should note that while the story is grounded and relatable, it includes mature themes like profanity and sexual references appropriate for the high school age range. It serves as a comforting reminder that everyone else is just as nervous as they are.
