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by Margaret Atwood
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10 Best Books Like 1984
If you loved 1984 by George Orwell, here are the most similar books our readers recommend.
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The best books like 1984 are:
- 1The Handmaid's Tale by Margaret Atwood0
- 2Tender Is the Flesh by Agustina Bazterrica4.2
- 3Rebecca by Daphne du Maurier0
- 4James by Percival Everett0
- 5The Book of Doors by Gareth Brown4.3
- 6The Picture of Dorian Gray by Oscar Wilde0
- 7Crime and Punishment by Fyodor Dostoevsky4.7
- 8All the Light We Cannot See by Anthony Doerr0
- 9The Pretender by Jo Harkin4.2
- 10The Scarlet Letter by Nathaniel Hawthorne4.4
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In a totalitarian future where Big Brother watches every move and the Thought Police punish dissent, Winston Smith struggles to maintain his humanity and independent thought
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by Agustina Bazterrica
4.22020240 pages
Why you'll love it:
This literary fiction shares a devastating and haunting tone that will resonate with 1984 fans.
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by Daphne du Maurier
02012448 pages
Why you'll love it:
This literary fiction shares a brooding and atmospheric tone that will resonate with 1984 fans.
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by Percival Everett
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Why you'll love it:
This literary fiction shares a devastating yet dignified tone that will resonate with 1984 fans.
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by Gareth Brown
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Why you'll love it:
This literary fiction shares a thrilling and dangerous tone that will resonate with 1984 fans.
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by Oscar Wilde
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Why you'll love it:
This literary fiction shares a decadent and haunting tone that will resonate with 1984 fans.
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by Fyodor Dostoevsky
4.72012608 pages
Why you'll love it:
This literary fiction shares a dark and psychologically intense tone that will resonate with 1984 fans.
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by Anthony Doerr
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Why you'll love it:
This literary fiction shares a melancholy but luminous tone that will resonate with 1984 fans.
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by Jo Harkin
4.22025449 pages
Why you'll love it:
This literary fiction shares a melancholic and contemplative tone that will resonate with 1984 fans.
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by Nathaniel Hawthorne
4.42005212 pages
Why you'll love it:
This literary fiction shares a somber and contemplative tone that will resonate with 1984 fans.
Quick Comparison: Books Like 1984
| Book | Author | Rating | Year | Pages | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Handmaid's Tale | Margaret Atwood | 0 | 1985 | — | Closest match |
| Tender Is the Flesh | Agustina Bazterrica | 4.2 | 2020 | 240 | Similar vibes |
| Rebecca | Daphne du Maurier | 0 | 2012 | 448 | Similar vibes |
| James | Percival Everett | 0 | — | — | Similar vibes |
| The Book of Doors | Gareth Brown | 4.3 | 2024 | 392 | Similar vibes |
| The Picture of Dorian Gray | Oscar Wilde | 0 | 1890 | — | Similar vibes |
| Crime and Punishment | Fyodor Dostoevsky | 4.7 | 2012 | 608 | Similar vibes |
| All the Light We Cannot See | Anthony Doerr | 0 | 2014 | — | Similar vibes |
| The Pretender | Jo Harkin | 4.2 | 2025 | 449 | Similar vibes |
| The Scarlet Letter | Nathaniel Hawthorne | 4.4 | 2005 | 212 | Similar vibes |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What books are most similar to 1984?
The most similar books to 1984 are The Handmaid's Tale, Tender Is the Flesh, Rebecca.
What should I read after 1984?
After finishing 1984, readers most commonly pick up The Handmaid's Tale next.
Who writes books like George Orwell?
Authors similar to George Orwell include Madeline Miller, Taylor Jenkins Reid, Brit Bennett, Patti Callahan Henry, Colson Whitehead.
What genre is 1984?
1984 is a Literary Fiction novel by George Orwell, published in 1949. It features elements of Totalitarian Government, Surveillance State, Thought Police.
How long is 1984?
1984 varies in length depending on edition.
About 1984
In a totalitarian future where Big Brother watches every move and the Thought Police punish dissent, Winston Smith struggles to maintain his humanity and independent thought. Orwell creates the definitive dystopian novel that coined terms like "doublethink," "thoughtcrime," and "Big Brother" that remain relevant today. A prophetic masterpiece that continues to resonate in our digital age, this political allegory explores themes of truth, freedom, and the manipulation of language and history, serving as both a warning about authoritarian power and a celebration of the indomitable human spirit's desire for truth and connection.