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by Margaret Atwood
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Why you'll love it:
This literary fiction shares a haunting and claustrophobic tone that will resonate with 1984 fans.
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
- 2The King's Messenger by Susanna Kearsley4.5
- 3Rebecca by Daphne du Maurier0
- 4The Picture of Dorian Gray by Oscar Wilde0
- 5Crime and Punishment by Fyodor Dostoevsky4.7
- 6Station Eleven by Emily St. John Mandel0
- 7The Pretender by Jo Harkin4.2
- 8Wish You Were Here by Jodi Picoult3.9
- 9The Paper Palace by Miranda Cowley Heller0
- 10The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid4.6
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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 Susanna Kearsley
4.52025384 pages
Why you'll love it:
This literary fiction shares a tense but romantic tone that will resonate with 1984 fans.
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by Daphne du Maurier
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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 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 Emily St. John Mandel
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Why you'll love it:
This literary fiction shares a melancholic but hopeful 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 Jodi Picoult
3.92021310 pages
Why you'll love it:
This literary fiction shares a contemplative and raw tone that will resonate with 1984 fans.
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by Miranda Cowley Heller
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Why you'll love it:
This literary fiction shares a anguished and introspective tone that will resonate with 1984 fans.
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by Taylor Jenkins Reid
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Why you'll love it:
This literary fiction shares a bittersweet and glamorous 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 |
| The King's Messenger | Susanna Kearsley | 4.5 | 2025 | 384 | Similar vibes |
| Rebecca | Daphne du Maurier | 0 | 2012 | 448 | Similar vibes |
| The Picture of Dorian Gray | Oscar Wilde | 0 | 1890 | — | Similar vibes |
| Crime and Punishment | Fyodor Dostoevsky | 4.7 | 2012 | 608 | Similar vibes |
| Station Eleven | Emily St. John Mandel | 0 | — | — | Similar vibes |
| The Pretender | Jo Harkin | 4.2 | 2025 | 449 | Similar vibes |
| Wish You Were Here | Jodi Picoult | 3.9 | 2021 | 310 | Similar vibes |
| The Paper Palace | Miranda Cowley Heller | 0 | — | — | Similar vibes |
| The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo | Taylor Jenkins Reid | 4.6 | 2017 | 400 | 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, The King's Messenger, 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.