10 Best Books Like The Elite
If you loved The Elite by Kiera Cass, here are the most similar books our readers recommend.
Quick Answer
The best books like The Elite are:
- 1Looking for Alaska by John Green4.5
- 2Eleanor & Park by Rainbow Rowell4.4
- 3The Romance Rivalry by Susan Lee4.0
- 4This Could Be Forever by Ebony LaDelle4.4
- 5To All The Boys I've Loved Before by Jenny Han0
- 6The Summer I Turned Pretty by Jenny Han4.4
- 7Audre & Bash Are Just Friends by Tia Williams4.6
- 8Check & Mate by Ali Hazelwood3.9
- 9Betting on You by Lynn Painter4.1
- 10Shatter Me by Tahereh Mafi3.8Series starter

In this sequel to The Selection, America finds herself among the final few girls competing for Prince Maxon's hand in marriage, but her heart remains torn between the prince and her first love, Aspen, who now serves as a palace guard. As the competition intensifies and the other Elite contestants close in on the crown, America must finally decide between two completely different futures. With time running out and political tensions rising, her indecision may cost her everything she's fought for.
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Detailed Recommendations

Shatter Me
Start of Shatter Me seriesby Tahereh Mafi
Why you'll love it:
This romance shares a angsty and dramatic tone that will resonate with The Elite fans.
Quick Comparison: Books Like The Elite
| Book | Author | Rating | Year | Pages | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Looking for Alaska | John Green | 4.5 | 2008 | — | Closest match |
| Eleanor & Park | Rainbow Rowell | 4.4 | 2013 | — | Similar vibes |
| The Romance Rivalry | Susan Lee | 4.0 | 2025 | 368 | Similar vibes |
| This Could Be Forever | Ebony LaDelle | 4.4 | 2025 | 384 | Similar vibes |
| To All The Boys I've Loved Before | Jenny Han | 0 | 2021 | 368 | Similar vibes |
| The Summer I Turned Pretty | Jenny Han | 4.4 | 2010 | 304 | Similar vibes |
| Audre & Bash Are Just Friends | Tia Williams | 4.6 | 2025 | 384 | Similar vibes |
| Check & Mate | Ali Hazelwood | 3.9 | 2023 | 353 | Similar vibes |
| Betting on You | Lynn Painter | 4.1 | 2022 | 432 | Similar vibes |
| Shatter Me📚 Series starter | Tahereh Mafi | 3.8 | 2011 | 339 | Start a new series |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What books are most similar to The Elite?
The most similar books to The Elite are Looking for Alaska, Eleanor & Park, The Romance Rivalry.
What should I read after The Elite?
After finishing The Elite, readers most commonly pick up Looking for Alaska next. Alternatively, you might enjoy more books by Kiera Cass, such as The One.
Who writes books like Kiera Cass?
Authors similar to Kiera Cass include Lucy Score, Elsie Silver, Brynne Weaver, Tessa Bailey, Christina Lauren.
What genre is The Elite?
The Elite is a Romance novel by Kiera Cass, published in 2013. It features elements of Dystopian, Royal Romance.
How long is The Elite?
The Elite is 336 pages long.
About The Elite
The selection began with 35 girls. Now, with the group narrowed down to the Elite, the competition to win Prince Maxon's love is fiercer than ever. The closer America gets to the crown, the more she struggles to figure out where her heart truly lies. Each moment she spends with Maxon is like a fairy tale, filled with breathless, glittering romance. But whenever she sees her first love, Aspen, standing guard, she's swept up in longing for the life they'd planned to share. America is desperate for more time. But while she's torn between her two futures, the rest of the Elite know exactly what they want - and America's chance to choose is about to... Show More The selection began with 35 girls. Now, with the group narrowed down to the Elite, the competition to win Prince Maxon's love is fiercer than ever. The closer America gets to the crown, the more she struggles to figure out where her heart truly lies. Each moment she spends with Maxon is like a fairy tale, filled with breathless, glittering romance. But whenever she sees her first love, Aspen, standing guard, she's swept up in longing for the life they'd planned to share. America is desperate for more time. But while she's torn between her two futures, the rest of the Elite know exactly what they want - and America's chance to choose is about to slip away. Kiera Cass's The Elite is a must-read for fans of dystopian fiction, fairy tales, and reality TV. This sequel to The Selection will enchant teens who love Divergent and The Bachelor.










