Books Like The Girl from the Well
Families who loved The Girl from the Well by Rin Chupeco 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 Girl from the Well by Rin Chupeco often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
A parent would reach for this book when their teenager shows a growing interest in the dark and macabre, or when they are navigating complex feelings about justice and the protection of the vulnerable. It is a sophisticated choice for teens who find comfort in the shadows of folklore and are ready to explore the thin line between a monster and a hero. The story follows Okiku, a vengeful spirit from Japanese legend who has spent centuries hunting those who harm children. When she encounters Tark, a boy possessed by a malevolent force, she must choose to protect rather than destroy. This novel masterfully weaves together themes of bravery, loyalty, and the weight of past trauma. While it is a high-intensity horror novel with visceral descriptions of violence and supernatural peril, it serves as a powerful metaphor for reclaiming one's agency in the face of darkness. It is most appropriate for older teens (14+) who can handle graphic imagery and appreciate a story that doesn't shy away from the harsh realities of grief and injustice.
