Ender's Shadow follows Bean, a brilliant child navigating the high-stakes world of Battle School, where the mission to save humanity from an alien threat drives every decision. If you enjoyed Zoe's clear motivations and the urgent sense of purpose that propels her actions, you'll love diving into Bean's strategic mind as he pursues his own vital goals.

If Zoe's voice and journey resonated with you in Zoe's Tale, you’ll find Frankie Landau-Banks equally compelling. This novel follows a sharp, spirited teenager as she challenges the status quo at her elite prep school, redefining herself and pushing boundaries with wit and determination.

If you loved experiencing Zoe’s story through her distinctive first-person perspective—her humor, vulnerability, and unique voice—then you’ll enjoy Junior’s journey in The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian, where wit and honesty leap off every page.

Nation is a wonderful fit if Zoe’s journey from adolescence to maturity hooked you. Mau and Daphne must navigate grief, responsibility, and cultural collision as they come of age on a storm-ravaged island, echoing Zoe’s growth and self-discovery in a world turned upside down.

If you enjoyed the quick, clever banter and high-octane plotting of Zoe's Tale, Illuminae will sweep you up with its relentless pace, snarky dialogue, and young protagonists trying to survive amid interstellar chaos—all while keeping the emotional stakes high.