Families who loved The Nobleman's Guide to Scandal and Shipwrecks by Mackenzi Lee often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Parents should reach for this book when their teenager is struggling with intense anxiety or the fear that they might have inherited a parent's mental health challenges. This historical adventure follows Adrian Montague, a young nobleman who feels he must hide his debilitating panic attacks to protect his future. Following his mother's death, he discovers he has older siblings and embarks on a globe-trotting journey to find them. The story beautifully normalizes the experience of living with a mental health condition while exploring the complex bonds of found and biological family. It is a sophisticated, emotionally resonant choice for older teens navigating their own identity and the weight of family legacies. The historical setting provides a safe distance to explore very modern feelings of isolation and the courage it takes to ask for help.
