Families who loved Where the Lockwood Grows by Olivia A. Cole 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 processing a significant transition, the loss of a loved one, or feeling overwhelmed by environmental concerns. In a future where nature has become a rare and regulated commodity, sisters Erie and Hurona embark on a dangerous journey to save their family. It is a poignant exploration of sibling bonds and the lengths we go to preserve our memories of those we have lost. While set in a dystopian landscape, the heart of the story is deeply human and grounded in emotional resilience. It is best suited for mature elementary readers or middle schoolers who are ready to grapple with themes of grief and corporate control through a lens of hope. Parents will appreciate the way it validates difficult feelings while modeling how to find light in dark circumstances.