Discover books similar to "The Misfits" series

S.E. Hinton

The Outsiders

This classic novel tells the story of a teenager, Ponyboy, who is trying to find his way in life while dealing with the conflicts between his greaser gang and the Socs, a rival group of wealthy kids. Like 'The Misfits', this book explores themes of identity, social hierarchy, and the struggles of adolescence.

Jerry Spinelli

Stargirl

Stargirl is a homeschooled girl who enrolls in Mica High School and turns the student body upside down with her unique style and kind heart. This book, like 'The Misfits', explores the themes of individuality, acceptance, and the struggle to fit in.

Lois Lowry

The Giver

In a society where sameness is valued above all else, Jonas is selected to be the Receiver of Memory, the one who holds all the memories of the past. This book, like 'The Misfits', explores the themes of individuality, conformity, and the importance of remembering the past.

Katherine Paterson

Bridge To Terabithia

Jess and Leslie become fast friends and create a magical kingdom in the woods called Terabithia. This book, like 'The Misfits', explores the themes of friendship, imagination, and the power of the mind to overcome adversity.

Mildred D. Taylor

Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry

Set in the 1930s, this book tells the story of Cassie Logan, an African-American girl growing up in the Jim Crow South. This book, like 'The Misfits', deals with themes of discrimination, injustice, and the struggle for equality.

Natalie Babbitt

Tuck Everlasting

Winnie Foster discovers the Tuck family, who have found the secret to eternal life. This book, like 'The Misfits', explores the themes of mortality, the passage of time, and the importance of making the most of the time we have.

Ellen Raskin

The Westing Game

A group of strangers are brought together to solve the mystery of the death of an eccentric millionaire, Samuel W. Westing. This book, like 'The Misfits', is a puzzle-filled mystery that will keep readers guessing until the very end.

Frances Hodgson Burnett

The Secret Garden

Mary Lennox, a spoiled and unlikable young girl, is sent to live with her uncle in the English countryside, where she discovers a secret garden and learns the power of friendship and nurturing. This book, like 'The Misfits', deals with themes of transformation, growth, and the power of the human spirit.

J.R.R. Tolkien

The Hobbit

Bilbo Baggins, a respectable hobbit, is whisked away on an adventure with a group of dwarves to reclaim their stolen treasure from the dragon Smaug. This book, like 'The Misfits', is a classic tale of adventure, friendship, and the power of the underdog.

Norton Juster

The Phantom Tollbooth

Milo, a bored and uninterested young boy, receives a magic tollbooth in the mail and embarks on a fantastical journey through the Kingdom of Wisdom. This book, like 'The Misfits', is a whimsical and imaginative tale that encourages readers to think critically and appreciate the world around them.