Discover books similar to "Dark Ground" series

Celine Kiernan

The Poison Throne

If you enjoyed the political intrigue and complex characters in 'Dark Ground', you'll love 'The Poison Throne'. This book is the first in a series that follows the story of Willem, the heir to the throne, who has been hidden away for his own safety. When he returns to claim his birthright, he finds a court rife with treachery and deceit. Kiernan's writing is rich and evocative, and her characters are well-developed and engaging.

Suzanne Collins

The Hunger Games

Fans of 'Dark Ground' will appreciate the dystopian world and strong female protagonist in 'The Hunger Games'. In this series, Katniss Everdeen volunteers to take her sister's place in a brutal fight to the death, organized by the government as a way to control the population. Collins' writing is fast-paced and thrilling, and her characters are complex and relatable.

Lois Lowry

The Giver

If you enjoyed the exploration of societal norms and the consequences of challenging them in 'Dark Ground', you'll find 'The Giver' thought-provoking and engaging. This book is set in a society where everything is perfect, but at a great cost. The protagonist, Jonas, begins to question the world around him and discovers that there is more to life than what he has been told. Lowry's writing is spare and elegant, and her story is both timeless and timely.

James Dashner

The Maze Runner

Fans of the dystopian setting and the struggle for survival in 'Dark Ground' will enjoy 'The Maze Runner'. This book follows a group of boys who are trapped in a maze and must find a way out before they are killed by the monsters that roam the labyrinth. Dashner's writing is fast-paced and thrilling, and his characters are well-developed and engaging.

Scott Westerfeld

Uglies

If you enjoyed the exploration of societal norms and the consequences of challenging them in 'Dark Ground', you'll find 'Uglies' thought-provoking and engaging. This book is set in a society where everyone is beautiful, but at a great cost. The protagonist, Tally, begins to question the world around her and discovers that there is more to life than what she has been told. Westerfeld's writing is spare and elegant, and his story is both timeless and timely.

Jeanne DuPrau

The City of Ember

Fans of the dystopian setting and the struggle for survival in 'Dark Ground' will enjoy 'The City of Ember'. This book follows a group of children who must find a way out of a dying city before it is too late. DuPrau's writing is spare and elegant, and her characters are well-developed and engaging.

Patrick Ness

The Knife of Never Letting Go

If you enjoyed the exploration of societal norms and the consequences of challenging them in 'Dark Ground', you'll find 'The Knife of Never Letting Go' thought-provoking and engaging. This book is set in a society where everyone can hear each other's thoughts, but the protagonist, Todd, discovers that not everything is as it seems. Ness' writing is spare and elegant, and his story is both timeless and timely.

Mary E. Pearson

The Adoration of Jenna Fox

If you enjoyed the exploration of identity and what it means to be human in 'Dark Ground', you'll find 'The Adoration of Jenna Fox' thought-provoking and engaging. This book follows a girl who wakes up from a coma and discovers that she is not who she thought she was. Pearson's writing is spare and elegant, and her story is both timeless and timely.

Kiera Cass

The Selection

If you enjoyed the political intrigue and complex characters in 'Dark Ground', you'll love 'The Selection'. This series follows a girl named America who is chosen to compete for the heart of a prince in a dystopian society. As she navigates the politics of the court, she discovers that there is more to life than just surviving. Cass' writing is spare and elegant, and her characters are well-developed and engaging.

Joelle Charbonneau

The Testing

If you enjoyed the dystopian setting and the struggle for survival in 'Dark Ground', you'll enjoy 'The Testing'. This series follows a girl named Cia who is chosen to participate in a series of tests that will determine whether she is worthy of attending university and becoming a leader in her society. As she navigates the challenges of the tests, she discovers that not everything is as it seems. Charbonneau's writing is spare and elegant, and her characters are well-developed and engaging.