Families who loved The Mystery of the Forever Weekend by Lisa Thompson 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 child is showing signs of school avoidance, Sunday night blues, or feeling paralyzed by the pressure of tests and social hierarchies. It provides a compassionate mirror for children who feel like they are drowning in academic or social demands and wish they could simply opt out of time itself. The story follows Cory, a boy who gets his wish for a never-ending Sunday. While it begins as a fun fantasy of infinite pizza and video games, it quickly evolves into a meaningful exploration of why we need the difficult moments to appreciate the good ones. It is perfectly pitched for the 9 to 12 age range, offering a safe space to discuss anxiety, bullying, and the hidden struggles of learning differences. Parents will appreciate how it validates a child's desire to hide away while gently building the case for facing tomorrow with courage.
