Discover books similar to "What Your Parents Don't Know..."

Sarah Dessen

The Truth About Forever

This book tells the story of Macy, a girl who is dealing with the death of her father and the distance it has created in her family. She takes a summer job at a catering company where she meets a diverse group of people who help her to open up and embrace life again. Like 'What Your Parents Don't Know...', this book deals with the complexities of family relationships and the struggles of adolescence.

Laurie Halse Anderson

Speak

This novel follows the story of Melinda, a high school freshman who is ostracized by her peers after calling the police at a party over the summer. As the year progresses, Melinda struggles to find her voice and come to terms with the trauma she experienced. This book is a great choice for those who enjoyed 'What Your Parents Don't Know...' as it deals with mature themes and the challenges of growing up.

Stephen Chbosky

The Perks of Being a Wallflower

This epistolary novel follows the story of Charlie, a high school freshman who is navigating the complexities of adolescence. As he makes new friends and experiences new things, he learns to come out of his shell and embrace life. This book is a great choice for those who enjoyed 'What Your Parents Don't Know...' as it deals with mature themes and the challenges of growing up.

John Green

Looking for Alaska

This novel follows the story of Miles, a high school student who transfers to a boarding school in search of 'the Great Perhaps'. There, he meets Alaska, a charismatic and mysterious girl who changes his life. However, when a tragedy strikes, Miles is forced to come to terms with the true meaning of friendship and loss. This book is a great choice for those who enjoyed 'What Your Parents Don't Know...' as it deals with mature themes and the challenges of adolescence.

Betty Smith

A Tree Grows in Brooklyn

This classic novel tells the story of Francie Nolan, a young girl growing up in poverty in Brooklyn during the early 20th century. Despite the challenges she faces, Francie remains determined to pursue her dreams of becoming a writer. This book is a great choice for those who enjoyed 'What Your Parents Don't Know...' as it deals with the complexities of family relationships and the struggles of adolescence.

Ellen Hopkins

Crank

This novel is written in verse and tells the story of Kristina, a teenage girl who becomes addicted to methamphetamine. As she struggles to break free from her addiction, she learns the true meaning of love and self-worth. This book is a great choice for those who enjoyed 'What Your Parents Don't Know...' as it deals with mature themes and the challenges of adolescence.

Sue Monk Kidd

The Secret Life of Bees

This novel tells the story of Lily, a 14-year-old girl who runs away from her abusive father and finds solace with a group of beekeeping sisters in South Carolina. As she learns about the secrets of her past, she also discovers the power of friendship and sisterhood. This book is a great choice for those who enjoyed 'What Your Parents Don't Know...' as it deals with mature themes and the complexities of family relationships.

Markus Zusak

The Book Thief

This novel is set in Nazi Germany and tells the story of Liesel, a young girl who discovers the power of words and books. As she navigates the challenges of growing up during a time of war, she learns the true meaning of love, friendship, and sacrifice. This book is a great choice for those who enjoyed 'What Your Parents Don't Know...' as it deals with mature themes and the complexities of family relationships.

Lois Lowry

The Giver

This dystopian novel tells the story of Jonas, a young boy who is chosen to be the Receiver of Memory in a society where memories of the past have been erased. As he learns about the true nature of his society, he must decide whether to conform or to challenge the status quo. This book is a great choice for those who enjoyed 'What Your Parents Don't Know...' as it deals with mature themes and the challenges of adolescence.

John Green

The Fault in Our Stars

This novel tells the story of Hazel, a 16-year-old girl who is diagnosed with terminal cancer. As she falls in love with a boy named Gus, who is also battling cancer, she learns the true meaning of love, loss, and the power of human connection. This book is a great choice for those who enjoyed 'What Your Parents Don't Know...' as it deals with mature themes and the complexities of adolescence.