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In The White Mountains, did you enjoy ...
... the sense of an urgent quest in a dangerous, mysterious world?
The City of Ember by Jeanne DuPrau
If you were swept up by Will, Henry, and Beanpole's perilous journey to freedom in The White Mountains, you'll be gripped by Lina and Doon's race against time to save their city before the lights go out forever. The drive to uncover secrets and escape a failing society makes City of Ember just as thrilling and goal-focused.
... exploring oppressive societies that control their citizens?
The Giver by Lois Lowry
If the Tripods’ iron grip over humanity fascinated you in The White Mountains, you'll be drawn into The Giver's world where every aspect of life is controlled, and freedom is a forgotten concept. Jonas’s awakening to the reality beneath the surface mirrors Will’s discovery of the truth and the risks of breaking free.
... watching young protagonists mature through difficult choices and challenges?
Ender's Game by Orson Scott Card
If you appreciated Will’s transformation from a sheltered boy to a determined rebel in The White Mountains, you’ll be captivated by Ender Wiggin’s evolution as he faces moral dilemmas and vast responsibilities at Battle School, pushing him to grow up fast in a high-stakes environment.
... experiencing fast-paced adventures with constant danger and urgency?
The Knife of Never Letting Go by Patrick Ness
If you enjoyed the relentless pace and constant threats as Will and his friends flee the Tripods in The White Mountains, The Knife of Never Letting Go will keep you breathless with its non-stop action, as Todd and Viola race through a hostile world where every decision is a matter of survival.
... the tension and hope of post-apocalyptic survival?
Z for Zachariah by Robert C. O'Brien
If the ruined, controlled landscapes and the struggle to carve out a future in The White Mountains resonated with you, Z for Zachariah offers a similarly tense but intimate survival story, as Ann navigates a devastated world, balancing hope and fear in the shadow of catastrophe.
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