When I make “If you like…” posts, (see “If you like the Bluford series…“, “If you like If I Stay…“, and “If you like Ellen Hopkins…“) they are almost always a result of a reader’s inquiry. Generally, I am asked for a book “like” another popular book I haven’t read. Even after some extensive searching I don’t find an up to date read-alike list or post, or one that I think is comprehensive enough. So I make my own.
This list of books for fans of Pretty Little Liars is no different. I haven’t read the series, and I assumed that because it is so popular, a read-alike list would already exist online. But I searched to no avail. There were several out-of-date ones that had books published around 2009 and earlier. I included several books I found on these lists because I am all about promoting backlist. But I knew there had been tons of murder mysteries full of high school drama published more recently, so I rounded up some of those as well.
Books for Fans of Pretty Little Liars
Dead Girls Don’t Lie by Jennifer Shaw Wolf
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The police think that Jaycee’s best friend died because of gang activity…but she knows there’s more to the story.
Get Even by Gretchen McNeil
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Four girls at an elite prep school who run in different social circles have one thing in common: they are part of a secret society that takes out revenge on other members of their class.
Very Bad Things by Susan McBride
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This fast-paced murder mystery told from multiple characters point of view is perfect for fans of PLL.
They All Fall Down by Roxanne St. Claire
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Mystery? Check. High-school drama? Check.
Trust Me, I’m Lying by Mary Elizabeth Summer
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This mystery has a heavy dose of sarcasm and a fast-paced plot. Who is telling the truth? Spoiler alert: NO ONE.
Far From You by Tess Sharpe
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A murder mystery and a narrator struggling with addiction and her bisexuality make this a thrilling, emotional ride.
The List by Siobhan Vaughn
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While there isn’t a murder in this one, this explores the trials and tribulations of girls in high school in shockingly real detail.
The Innocents by Lili Peloquin
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Sometimes you just want some juicy, soap opera style drama.
Liar by Justine Larbalestier
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Full of twists and turns, this is a story about when all your lies finally catch up with you.
Burn for Burn by Jenny Han and Siobhan Vaughn
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These three girls are from very different worlds, even if they all go to the same high school. What brings them together is a desire for revenge.
Getting Revenge on Lauren Wood by Eileen Cook
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Lauren Wood ruined Helen’s life back in eighth grade. Helen’s only saving grace was that her dad got a new job, and her family had to move out of town before freshmen year. Now it’s senior year and Helen has returned to town. However, Helen has returned as Claire, a reinvention of her former self, and Claire’s only mission is to get revenge on Lauren Wood.
Wish You Were Dead by Todd Strasser
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Popular students are being murdered in the order of a list post on an anonymous blog. Can Madison solve the mystery before she’s next?
Deadly Little Secret by Laurie Faria Stolarz
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Secrets, mystery, and a hint of the paranormal make this page-turner a good fit for fans of PLL.
What books would you recommend to fans of Pretty Little Liars series? Have a suggestion for another “if you like…” post? Leave me a note.
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Thanks for this list, definitely checking some of these out :) One that I read before PLL and totally loved was the Private series by Kate Brian, it was soooo good! I definitely recommend it.
I am a huge fan of pretty little liars. A book I recommend for PLL fans is ” The Perfectionist”.
Yes I agree, that people who enjoy Sara Shepard’s first long-running series would enjoy her newest series. I think most readers will discover those on their own, however, so I choose to feature books that they may miss.