Books Like The Road to Memphis
Families who loved The Road to Memphis by Mildred D. Taylor 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 Road to Memphis by Mildred D. Taylor often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
A parent might reach for this book when their teen is ready to grapple with the harsh realities of history and the complexities of growing up in an unjust world. It's an ideal follow-up for readers who have grown up with the Logan family and are now mature enough for a story that does not soften the brutalities of the Jim Crow South. The Road to Memphis follows a 17-year-old Cassie Logan as she confronts escalating racism, complicated friendships, and difficult moral choices that challenge her transition into adulthood. Through intense, realistic scenarios involving violence and harassment, the book explores powerful themes of justice, resilience, and loyalty, making it a crucial, if difficult, read for older teens prepared for its mature content.
