Books Like The Star of Kazan
Families who loved The Star of Kazan by Eva Ibbotson 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 Star of Kazan by Eva Ibbotson 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 grappling with questions of identity or longing to discover their origin story. It is a perfect choice for a young reader who feels like an outsider or is curious about the meaning of family beyond biological ties. Set in early 20th-century Vienna, the story follows Annika, a foundling raised by a loving unconventional family of domestic staff and professors, who is suddenly whisked away by a woman claiming to be her aristocratic mother. Through a mix of historical adventure and mystery, the book explores how the people who care for us daily often form our truest home. It is a sophisticated, cozy, and eventually thrilling read for children aged 9 to 14, offering a poignant look at resilience and the courage to choose one's own path.
