Books Like Simply Alice
Families who loved Simply Alice by Phyllis Reynolds Naylor 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 Simply Alice by Phyllis Reynolds Naylor often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
In Simply Alice, the beloved character Alice embarks on her freshman year, facing a whirlwind of changes and challenges. She experiences a significant breakup, grapples with the mystery of a secret email admirer, and finds her friendships with Pamela and Elizabeth strained as she dedicates more time to school activities like the play and newspaper. Beyond her own life, Alice also navigates her brother Lester's risky new romance and supports her friend Faith through an abusive relationship. This installment beautifully captures the emotional landscape of early high school, focusing on self-discovery, the evolving nature of friendships, and the importance of resilience. It's a relatable 'slice-of-life' story that reassures young readers that it's okay to be 'simply Alice' and to find strength in personal growth.
