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by Jodi Picoult
02005
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Another Jodi Picoult book — if you love their writing style, this is a natural next pick.
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- 1My Sister's Keeper by Jodi Picoult0
- 2A Little Life: A Novel by Hanya Yanagihara4.5
- 3Small Great Things by Jodi Picoult0
- 4Hello Beautiful by Ann Napolitano4.1
- 5The Paper Palace by Miranda Cowley Heller0
- 6Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin4.1
- 7The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store by James McBride0
- 8The Emperor of Gladness by Ocean Vuong0
- 9Carrie Soto Is Back by Taylor Jenkins Reid4.2
- 10Everything I Promised You by Katy Upperman4.4
When a school shooting devastates the small town of Sterling, the community must grapple with how an ordinary teenager became a killer and examine their own roles in the tragedy
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by Hanya Yanagihara
4.52015
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This literary fiction shares a devastating and relentless tone that will resonate with Nineteen Minutes fans.
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by Ann Napolitano
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This literary fiction shares a devastating but hopeful tone that will resonate with Nineteen Minutes fans.
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by Miranda Cowley Heller
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This literary fiction shares a anguished and introspective tone that will resonate with Nineteen Minutes fans.
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by Gabrielle Zevin
4.12022416 pages
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This literary fiction shares a melancholy and contemplative tone that will resonate with Nineteen Minutes fans.
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by James McBride
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by Ocean Vuong
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This literary fiction shares a melancholic yet luminous tone that will resonate with Nineteen Minutes fans.
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by Taylor Jenkins Reid
4.22022384 pages
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This literary fiction shares a fierce and triumphant tone that will resonate with Nineteen Minutes fans.
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by Katy Upperman
4.42025384 pages
Why you'll love it:
This literary fiction shares a devastating but hopeful tone that will resonate with Nineteen Minutes fans.
Quick Comparison: Books Like Nineteen Minutes
| Book | Author | Rating | Year | Pages | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| My Sister's Keeper | Jodi Picoult | 0 | 2005 | — | Same author |
| A Little Life: A Novel | Hanya Yanagihara | 4.5 | 2015 | — | Similar vibes |
| Small Great Things | Jodi Picoult | 0 | 2016 | — | Same author |
| Hello Beautiful | Ann Napolitano | 4.1 | 2023 | 594 | Similar vibes |
| The Paper Palace | Miranda Cowley Heller | 0 | — | — | Similar vibes |
| Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow | Gabrielle Zevin | 4.1 | 2022 | 416 | Similar vibes |
| The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store | James McBride | 0 | — | — | Similar vibes |
| The Emperor of Gladness | Ocean Vuong | 0 | — | — | Similar vibes |
| Carrie Soto Is Back | Taylor Jenkins Reid | 4.2 | 2022 | 384 | Similar vibes |
| Everything I Promised You | Katy Upperman | 4.4 | 2025 | 384 | Similar vibes |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What books are most similar to Nineteen Minutes?
The most similar books to Nineteen Minutes are My Sister's Keeper, A Little Life: A Novel, Small Great Things.
What should I read after Nineteen Minutes?
After finishing Nineteen Minutes, readers most commonly pick up My Sister's Keeper next. Alternatively, you might enjoy more books by Jodi Picoult, such as The Storyteller.
Who writes books like Jodi Picoult?
Authors similar to Jodi Picoult include Madeline Miller, Taylor Jenkins Reid, Brit Bennett, Patti Callahan Henry, Colson Whitehead.
What genre is Nineteen Minutes?
Nineteen Minutes is a Literary Fiction novel by Jodi Picoult, published in 2007. It features elements of School Shooting, Bullying, Multiple POV.
How long is Nineteen Minutes?
Nineteen Minutes is 440 pages long.
Does Nineteen Minutes have romance/spice?
Nineteen Minutes has a spice level of 1/5. This book has light romantic elements.
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About Nineteen Minutes
When a school shooting devastates the small town of Sterling, the community must grapple with how an ordinary teenager became a killer and examine their own roles in the tragedy. Picoult delivers a devastating exploration of bullying, violence, and community responsibility through multiple perspectives that humanize all parties involved. A controversial and powerful examination of school violence that sparked national debate, this novel explores themes of bullying, justice, and the factors that create both victims and perpetrators while challenging readers to consider the complex social dynamics that can lead to tragedy and questioning simple narratives about good and evil.