1
by Toni Morrison
4.51989
Why you'll love it:
This literary fiction shares a haunting and profound tone that will resonate with Tale of Two Cities fans.
10 Best Books Like Tale of Two Cities
If you loved Tale of Two Cities by Charles Dickens, here are the most similar books our readers recommend.
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The best books like Tale of Two Cities are:
- 1Beloved by Toni Morrison4.5
- 2Les Misérables by Victor Hugo4.2
- 3The Underground Railroad by Colson Whitehead4.4
- 4The Scarlet Letter by Nathaniel Hawthorne4.4
- 5The Remains of the Day by Kazuo Ishiguro4.4
- 6Strangers in Time: A World War II Novel by David Baldacci4.4
- 7Gilead by Marilynne Robinson4.2
- 8The Storyteller by Jodi Picoult0
- 9The Book Thief by Markus Zusak4.6
- 10Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver4.5
Set against the backdrop of the French Revolution, this sweeping tale follows the intertwined fates of characters in London and Paris as they navigate love, sacrifice, and the violent upheaval of a society in chaos. When aristocrat Charles Darnay finds himself caught between his noble heritage and revolutionary ideals, his life becomes dangerously entangled with that of the dissolute Sydney Carton, who sees in Darnay's plight a chance for his own redemption. A powerful story of resurrection and renewal emerges from the darkness of one of history's most tumultuous periods.
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2
by Victor Hugo
4.218621480 pages
Why you'll love it:
This literary fiction shares a epic and humanistic tone that will resonate with Tale of Two Cities fans.
3
by Colson Whitehead
4.42016306 pages
Why you'll love it:
This literary fiction shares a harrowing yet dignified tone that will resonate with Tale of Two Cities fans.
4
by Nathaniel Hawthorne
4.42005212 pages
Why you'll love it:
This literary fiction shares a somber and contemplative tone that will resonate with Tale of Two Cities fans.
5
by Kazuo Ishiguro
4.42010
Why you'll love it:
This literary fiction shares a quietly devastating tone that will resonate with Tale of Two Cities fans.
6
by David Baldacci
4.42025608 pages
Why you'll love it:
This literary fiction shares a melancholic but hopeful tone that will resonate with Tale of Two Cities fans.
7
by Marilynne Robinson
4.22006368 pages
Why you'll love it:
This literary fiction shares a contemplative and luminous tone that will resonate with Tale of Two Cities fans.
8
by Jodi Picoult
0
Why you'll love it:
This literary fiction shares a devastating yet thoughtful tone that will resonate with Tale of Two Cities fans.
9
by Markus Zusak
4.62014
Why you'll love it:
This literary fiction shares a haunting but beautiful tone that will resonate with Tale of Two Cities fans.
10
by Barbara Kingsolver
4.52022560 pages
Why you'll love it:
This literary fiction shares a gritty yet compassionate tone that will resonate with Tale of Two Cities fans.
Quick Comparison: Books Like Tale of Two Cities
| Book | Author | Rating | Year | Pages | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beloved | Toni Morrison | 4.5 | 1989 | — | Closest match |
| Les Misérables | Victor Hugo | 4.2 | 1862 | 1480 | Similar vibes |
| The Underground Railroad | Colson Whitehead | 4.4 | 2016 | 306 | Similar vibes |
| The Scarlet Letter | Nathaniel Hawthorne | 4.4 | 2005 | 212 | Similar vibes |
| The Remains of the Day | Kazuo Ishiguro | 4.4 | 2010 | — | Similar vibes |
| Strangers in Time: A World War II Novel | David Baldacci | 4.4 | 2025 | 608 | Similar vibes |
| Gilead | Marilynne Robinson | 4.2 | 2006 | 368 | Similar vibes |
| The Storyteller | Jodi Picoult | 0 | — | — | Similar vibes |
| The Book Thief | Markus Zusak | 4.6 | 2014 | — | Similar vibes |
| Demon Copperhead | Barbara Kingsolver | 4.5 | 2022 | 560 | Similar vibes |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What books are most similar to Tale of Two Cities?
The most similar books to Tale of Two Cities are Beloved, Les Misérables, The Underground Railroad.
What should I read after Tale of Two Cities?
After finishing Tale of Two Cities, readers most commonly pick up Beloved next.
Who writes books like Charles Dickens?
Authors similar to Charles Dickens include Madeline Miller, Taylor Jenkins Reid, Brit Bennett, Patti Callahan Henry, Colson Whitehead.
What genre is Tale of Two Cities?
Tale of Two Cities is a Literary Fiction novel by Charles Dickens, published in 2011.
How long is Tale of Two Cities?
Tale of Two Cities varies in length depending on edition.
About Tale of Two Cities
Book by Dickens, Charles