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The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo
Millennium #1 (works standalone)by Stieg Larsson
02005
Why you'll love it:
This thriller shares a dark and methodical tone that will resonate with The It Girl fans.
10 Best Books Like The It Girl
If you loved The It Girl by Ruth Ware, here are the most similar books our readers recommend.
Quick Answer
The best books like The It Girl are:
- 1The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo by Stieg Larsson0#1
- 2The Housemaid by Freida McFadden4.5
- 3The Match by Harlan Coben0
- 4The Girl on the Train by Paula Hawkins0
- 5A Slow Fire Burning by Paula Hawkins0
- 6Never Lie by Frieda McFadden0
- 7The Teacher by Frieda McFadden0
- 8The Paris Apartment by Lucy Foley0
- 9The Coworker by Frieda McFadden0
- 10Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn0
When April's university roommate is found murdered, the wrong man is convicted—until ten years later when he dies in prison, maintaining his innocence
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Detailed Recommendations
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by Freida McFadden
4.52022332 pages
Why you'll love it:
This thriller shares a sinister and manipulative tone that will resonate with The It Girl fans.
3
by Harlan Coben
0
Why you'll love it:
This thriller shares a tense and propulsive tone that will resonate with The It Girl fans.
4
by Paula Hawkins
02015336 pages
Why you'll love it:
This thriller shares a dark and unsettling tone that will resonate with The It Girl fans.
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by Paula Hawkins
0
Why you'll love it:
This thriller shares a dark and introspective tone that will resonate with The It Girl fans.
7
by Frieda McFadden
02024
Why you'll love it:
This thriller shares a dark and twisty tone that will resonate with The It Girl fans.
8
by Lucy Foley
0
Why you'll love it:
This thriller shares a dark and suspenseful tone that will resonate with The It Girl fans.
Quick Comparison: Books Like The It Girl
| Book | Author | Rating | Year | Pages | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo | Stieg Larsson | 0 | 2005 | — | Closest match |
| The Housemaid | Freida McFadden | 4.5 | 2022 | 332 | Similar vibes |
| The Match | Harlan Coben | 0 | — | — | Similar vibes |
| The Girl on the Train | Paula Hawkins | 0 | 2015 | 336 | Similar vibes |
| A Slow Fire Burning | Paula Hawkins | 0 | — | — | Similar vibes |
| Never Lie | Frieda McFadden | 0 | 2022 | — | Similar vibes |
| The Teacher | Frieda McFadden | 0 | 2024 | — | Similar vibes |
| The Paris Apartment | Lucy Foley | 0 | — | — | Similar vibes |
| The Coworker | Frieda McFadden | 0 | 2023 | — | Similar vibes |
| Gone Girl | Gillian Flynn | 0 | 2012 | — | Similar vibes |
Authors Who Write Like Ruth Ware
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Frequently Asked Questions
What books are most similar to The It Girl?
The most similar books to The It Girl are The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo, The Housemaid, The Match.
What should I read after The It Girl?
After finishing The It Girl, readers most commonly pick up The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo next. Alternatively, you might enjoy more books by Ruth Ware, such as The Woman in Cabin 10.
Who writes books like Ruth Ware?
Authors similar to Ruth Ware include Donna Tartt, Tana French, Kate Atkinson.
What genre is The It Girl?
The It Girl is a Thriller novel by Ruth Ware. It features elements of Dark Academia, Cold Case, Unreliable Narrator.
How long is The It Girl?
The It Girl varies in length depending on edition.
Does The It Girl have romance/spice?
The It Girl has a spice level of 1/5. This book has light romantic elements.
About The It Girl
When April's university roommate is found murdered, the wrong man is convicted—until ten years later when he dies in prison, maintaining his innocence. Now a journalist, April returns to Oxford to investigate what really happened to the charismatic and manipulative "It Girl" who dominated their social circle. Ware masterfully weaves together past and present timelines, exploring themes of privilege, jealousy, and the dangerous allure of toxic friendships. This gripping psychological thriller is perfect for readers who enjoy dark academia settings, unreliable narrators, and mysteries that examine how well we truly know the people closest to us.