Books Like The Sickness
Families who loved The Sickness by Katherine Applegate 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 Sickness by Katherine Applegate 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 ready to explore themes of individual responsibility and the quiet courage required to act alone when others cannot. While part of a larger series, this installment stands out as a character study of Cassie, a girl who must overcome her own fears and ethical hesitations to save her friends and an unlikely ally during a medical crisis. It is an excellent choice for young readers who are beginning to navigate complex moral dilemmas where there is no easy 'right' answer. The story follows Cassie as she remains the only member of her team not sidelined by a debilitating alien virus. To save her friends, she must perform a high-stakes infiltration and a literal brain surgery. The book balances fast-paced science fiction adventure with deep questions about empathy, even toward enemies. It is most appropriate for readers aged 9 to 12 who enjoy stories where intelligence and compassion are just as important as physical strength.
