10 Best Books Like Defy Me
If you loved Defy Me by Tahereh Mafi, here are the most similar books our readers recommend.
Quick Answer
The best books like Defy Me are:
- 1Wandering Wild by Lynette Noni4.4
- 2The Summer I Turned Pretty by Jenny Han4.4
- 3Looking for Alaska by John Green4.5
- 4Eleanor & Park by Rainbow Rowell4.4
- 5This Could Be Forever by Ebony LaDelle4.4
- 6The Romance Rivalry by Susan Lee4.0
- 7Check & Mate by Ali Hazelwood3.9
- 8Betting on You by Lynn Painter4.1
- 9Audre & Bash Are Just Friends by Tia Williams4.6
- 10These Broken Stars by Amie Kaufman & Meagan Spooner3.9#1

Still reeling from explosive revelations about her true identity, Juliette Ferrars finds herself unable to trust anyone—including Warner, who has been keeping devastating secrets from her. Desperate for answers but haunted by lifelong nightmares, she must confront the dark truths about her past that could change everything. In this fifth installment of the Shatter Me series, Juliette's world unravels as she discovers she may not be who she always believed herself to be.
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These Broken Stars
Starbound #1 (works standalone)by Amie Kaufman & Meagan Spooner
Why you'll love it:
This romance shares a hopeful and intimate tone that will resonate with Defy Me fans.
Quick Comparison: Books Like Defy Me
| Book | Author | Rating | Year | Pages | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wandering Wild | Lynette Noni | 4.4 | 2025 | 384 | Closest match |
| The Summer I Turned Pretty | Jenny Han | 4.4 | 2010 | 304 | Similar vibes |
| Looking for Alaska | John Green | 4.5 | 2008 | — | Similar vibes |
| Eleanor & Park | Rainbow Rowell | 4.4 | 2013 | — | Similar vibes |
| This Could Be Forever | Ebony LaDelle | 4.4 | 2025 | 384 | Similar vibes |
| The Romance Rivalry | Susan Lee | 4.0 | 2025 | 368 | Similar vibes |
| Check & Mate | Ali Hazelwood | 3.9 | 2023 | 353 | Similar vibes |
| Betting on You | Lynn Painter | 4.1 | 2022 | 432 | Similar vibes |
| Audre & Bash Are Just Friends | Tia Williams | 4.6 | 2025 | 384 | Similar vibes |
| These Broken Stars | Amie Kaufman & Meagan Spooner | 3.9 | 2013 | 417 | Similar vibes |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What books are most similar to Defy Me?
The most similar books to Defy Me are Wandering Wild, The Summer I Turned Pretty, Looking for Alaska.
What should I read after Defy Me?
After finishing Defy Me, readers most commonly pick up Wandering Wild next. Alternatively, you might enjoy more books by Tahereh Mafi, such as Watch Me.
Who writes books like Tahereh Mafi?
Authors similar to Tahereh Mafi include Tahereh Mafi, Victoria Aveyard.
What genre is Defy Me?
Defy Me is a Romance novel by Tahereh Mafi, published in 2019. It features elements of Dystopian.
How long is Defy Me?
Defy Me is 357 pages long.
About Defy Me
Juliette and Warner’s story continues in the thrilling fifth installment of Tahereh Mafi’s New York Times Shatter Me series. This Barnes & Noble edition includes a deleted scene plus exclusive bonus content from the confidential files of the Reestablishment.Juliette Ferrars isn’t who she thinks she is.Still reeling from the explosive events of the Continental Symposium and the secrets Warner has been keeping, Juliette has nowhere to turn and doesn’t know who she can trust. She’s desperate for answers, but to get them, she’ll have to face the nightmares that have been chasing her for a lifetime.












