If you were moved by Charlie Gordon’s journey of self-discovery and his evolving understanding of what it means to be human in Flowers for Algernon, you'll find Never Let Me Go equally profound. Through Kathy’s narration, Ishiguro gradually unfolds the emotional landscape of children raised for a tragic purpose, prompting you to question the value of memory, love, and individuality in the face of predetermined fate.

Much like experiencing Charlie’s world through his progress reports, The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time invites you into the mind of Christopher, a fifteen-year-old with autism, as he investigates a neighborhood mystery. The candid, sometimes disarming narration provides insight into how differently people experience and interpret the world.

If you appreciated witnessing Charlie’s internal struggles and shifting sense of self, The Bell Jar offers a similarly intimate portrait of Esther Greenwood’s psychological journey. Plath’s raw depiction of mental health challenges places you within Esther’s evolving mind, evoking empathy and understanding for her struggles.

Charlie’s transformation in Flowers for Algernon is mirrored in Room, where young Jack’s world expands beyond the confines of a single room. As Jack adapts to new realities, you’ll witness remarkable personal growth, resilience, and the profound impact of environment on identity.

If you enjoyed the diary-like structure of Charlie’s progress reports and the raw honesty they provided, you’ll likely connect with The Perks of Being a Wallflower. Told through letters from Charlie to an anonymous friend, this coming-of-age story captures the protagonist’s emotional highs and lows, making his journey feel personal and immediate.