If you loved the way Bone Gap uses shifting timelines and a fragmented narrative to slowly reveal secrets, you'll be captivated by We Were Liars. This novel withholds and unveils information through an unreliable narrator, gradually peeling back layers of memory and trauma on a secluded island. The sense of mystery and emotional resonance will keep you guessing until the very last page.

If Finn's encounters with the strange and supernatural in Bone Gap enchanted you, The Ocean at the End of the Lane will sweep you away. Gaiman blends the mundane and the magical as a man returns to his childhood home and remembers a fantastical, haunting adventure with his mysterious neighbor, Lettie Hempstock. The boundary between reality and myth is just as beautifully blurred.

If you were moved by how Ruby delves into Finn and Roza’s inner worlds, you’ll find I’ll Give You the Sun equally compelling. This novel alternates between the perspectives of artistically gifted twins, Noah and Jude, exploring grief, identity, and the messy, beautiful process of healing. The characters’ voices are vivid, raw, and unforgettable.

If you were mesmerized by the enchanting prose and layered symbolism in Bone Gap, The Strange and Beautiful Sorrows of Ava Lavender offers a similarly lyrical reading experience. Walton’s tale of a girl born with wings is woven with metaphor, family history, and magical realism, all delivered in exquisitely crafted sentences that linger long after you finish.

If Finn’s search for identity and truth in a tight-knit, sometimes claustrophobic community resonated with you, you’ll appreciate Ask the Passengers. Astrid’s journey toward self-acceptance unfolds with honesty and heart, mixing introspection, magical realism, and the quiet defiance of forging your own path.