Books Like The Knowing
Families who loved The Knowing by Sharon Cameron 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 Knowing by Sharon Cameron 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 struggling with the weight of past mistakes or feeling the pressure of a legacy they did not choose. It is a sophisticated science fiction narrative for teens who feel 'different' because they perceive the world with more intensity than their peers. The story follows Samara, a girl born into a society where every memory is permanent and inescapable, forcing her to flee toward a forgotten city in search of a way to let go. At its heart, this is a profound exploration of the necessity of forgetting and the burden of total recall. It offers a safe space to discuss shame, the construction of identity, and the importance of moving forward despite a painful history. While it contains high-stakes adventure and dystopian themes, it remains deeply rooted in the emotional reality of growing up and reclaiming one's narrative from family or societal expectations.
