Discover books similar to "Tiger In The Rain"

Sue Monk Kidd

The Secret Life of Bees

This novel tells the story of Lily, a 14-year-old girl in South Carolina in 1964, who runs away with her nanny and best friend Rosaleen, after Rosaleen is attacked and arrested for trying to vote. They find refuge with the Boatwright sisters, three African-American beekeeping sisters, and Lily discovers the secret of her mother's past. Like 'Tiger in the Rain', this book explores themes of identity, family, and secrets set against the backdrop of social change.

Kathryn Stockett

The Help

Taking place in Mississippi during the 1960s, 'The Help' follows the story of Aibileen, a black maid, who is hired by a young white woman, Skeeter, to write a book from the perspective of the maids. This novel delves into the racial tensions and injustices of the time, much like 'Tiger in the Rain' does with its exploration of the complexities of race and identity in a rapidly changing world.

Khaled Hosseini

The Kite Runner

This bestselling novel tells the story of Amir, a young boy from the Wazir Akbar Khan district of Kabul, who betrays his best friend Hassan. The story follows Amir as he grows up and tries to make amends for his past mistakes. Like 'Tiger in the Rain', this book explores themes of guilt, redemption, and the complex relationships between friends and family.

Amy Tan

The Joy Luck Club

This novel tells the story of four Chinese women who start a club in San Francisco called The Joy Luck Club, where they come together to play mahjong, eat, and tell stories. The novel explores the relationships between the mothers and their American-born daughters, and the cultural clashes and misunderstandings that arise. Like 'Tiger in the Rain', this book delves into the complex relationships between mothers and daughters, and the cultural expectations and pressures that shape their lives.

Barbara Kingsolver

The Poisonwood Bible

This novel tells the story of the Price family, who move to the Belgian Congo in 1959 to spread the word of God. The story is narrated by the wife and four daughters, and explores the cultural clashes and political upheaval that follow. Like 'Tiger in the Rain', this book delves into the complex relationships between family members, and the cultural expectations and pressures that shape their lives.

Alice Walker

The Color Purple

This novel tells the story of Celie, a young African-American woman in the early 20th century South, who is abused and oppressed by her father and husband. The story follows Celie as she finds her voice and discovers her self-worth. Like 'Tiger in the Rain', this book explores themes of identity, family, and the struggle for independence and self-determination.

Markus Zusak

The Book Thief

This novel tells the story of Liesel Meminger, a young girl in Nazi Germany who steals books to share with her neighbors during the bombing raids. The story is narrated by Death, who has a soft spot for Liesel. Like 'Tiger in the Rain', this book explores themes of the power of words, the human spirit, and the resilience of the human heart in the face of adversity.

Lois Lowry

The Giver

This dystopian novel tells the story of Jonas, a 12-year-old boy who lives in a society where everything is perfect and everyone is the same. Jonas is chosen to be the Receiver of Memory, the person who holds all the memories of the past, and he discovers the truth about his society and the world. Like 'Tiger in the Rain', this book explores themes of identity, conformity, and the power of knowledge and memory.

Margaret Atwood

The Blind Assassin

This novel tells the story of Iris Chase, an elderly woman who is writing her memoirs, and her sister Laura, who died in a car accident when they were young. The story is interspersed with excerpts from a science fiction novel that Laura was writing, and explores the complex relationships between the sisters, their family, and the men in their lives. Like 'Tiger in the Rain', this book delves into the complex relationships between family members, and the cultural expectations and pressures that shape their lives.

Barbara Kingsolver

The Poisonwood Bible

This novel tells the story of the Price family, who move to the Belgian Congo in 1959 to spread the word of God. The story is narrated by the wife and four daughters, and explores the cultural clashes and political upheaval that follow. Like 'Tiger in the Rain', this book delves into the complex relationships between family members, and the cultural expectations and pressures that shape their lives.

Rebecca Skloot

The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks

This non-fiction book tells the story of Henrietta Lacks, a poor black tobacco farmer whose cancer cells were taken without her knowledge in 1951. These cells, known as HeLa, became one of the most important tools in medicine, yet Henrietta's family received no compensation. Like 'Tiger in the Rain', this book explores themes of identity, family, and the ethical implications of scientific progress.