Books Like The Dead-Tossed Waves
Families who loved The Dead-Tossed Waves by Carrie Ryan 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 The Dead-Tossed Waves by Carrie Ryan 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 grappling with a shifting sense of identity or the heavy realization that their parents are flawed, complex individuals with secrets. This atmospheric dystopian sequel follows Gabry, a girl who has always prioritized safety, as she is forced to confront the terrifying world beyond her lighthouse home. When a reckless decision leads to tragedy, Gabry must navigate the wreckage of her friendships and the shocking discovery that her mother's past is not what it seemed. While the story is set in a world teeming with the undead, the core of the novel is deeply emotional. It explores the weight of survivor's guilt, the complexity of adoption and biological origins, and the courage required to take responsibility for one's own life. Parents should be aware that the book contains intense horror elements and significant peril, making it most suitable for older teens who enjoy high-stakes survival stories with a strong romantic and psychological focus.
