Books Like Playing with Fire
Families who loved Playing with Fire by Derek Landy 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 Playing with Fire by Derek Landy 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 middle schooler is navigating the tricky transition between childhood and independence, especially if they have a dry sense of humor and an appetite for high stakes. This sequel follows Valkyrie Cain and her skeleton detective mentor as they hunt down a powerful villain while dealing with vampires and ancient magic. The story deeply explores themes of loyalty, the burden of secrets, and finding one's identity within a dual life. While the action is intense and the tone can be dark, the snappy dialogue and strong moral core make it a sophisticated choice for 10 to 14 year olds. It is a perfect fit for readers who crave stories where the hero must prove their worth through wit as much as bravery.
