Families who loved Truth, Lies, and the Questions in Between by L. M. Elliott 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 teen starts to question the political status quo or expresses frustration that their family values seem at odds with the changing world. Set in the 1970s, it explores the tension between honoring one's parents and following one's own conscience. The story follows Patty, a Congressional Page, as she witnesses the Watergate scandal and the fight for the Equal Rights Amendment. It is a sophisticated coming of age story that handles themes of integrity, feminism, and political disillusionment with nuance. While it deals with mature historical topics like Roe v. Wade and government corruption, it is perfectly calibrated for high schoolers navigating their own awakening into civic life and personal autonomy.
