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The best books like The Rose Code are:
- 1The Lincoln Highway by Amor Towles4.2
- 2The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller4.5
- 3The Martha's Vineyard Beach and Book Club by Martha Hall Kelly4.4
- 4The Jackal's Mistress by Chris Bohjalian4.5
- 5My Name Is Emilia del Valle by Isabel Allende4.3
- 6The Great Alone by Kristin Hannah4.5
- 7The Girls of Good Fortune by Kristina McMorris4.1
- 8The Book Thief by Markus Zusak4.6
- 9The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah4.7
- 10The Vanishing Half by Brit Bennett4.4
Three unlikely friends—socialite Osla, working-class Mab, and shy Beth—work as codebreakers at Bletchley Park during WWII, but their friendship shatters when one is accused of treason
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Quick Comparison: Books Like The Rose Code
| Book | Author | Rating | Year | Pages | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Lincoln Highway | Amor Towles | 4.2 | 2021 | 576 | Closest match |
| The Song of Achilles | Madeline Miller | 4.5 | 2021 | 384 | Similar vibes |
| The Martha's Vineyard Beach and Book Club | Martha Hall Kelly | 4.4 | 2025 | 336 | Similar vibes |
| The Jackal's Mistress | Chris Bohjalian | 4.5 | 2025 | 336 | Similar vibes |
| My Name Is Emilia del Valle | Isabel Allende | 4.3 | 2025 | 304 | Similar vibes |
| The Great Alone | Kristin Hannah | 4.5 | 2018 | 450 | Similar vibes |
| The Girls of Good Fortune | Kristina McMorris | 4.1 | 2025 | 416 | Similar vibes |
| The Book Thief | Markus Zusak | 4.6 | 2014 | — | Similar vibes |
| The Nightingale | Kristin Hannah | 4.7 | 2015 | 564 | Similar vibes |
| The Vanishing Half | Brit Bennett | 4.4 | 2021 | 12 | Similar vibes |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What books are most similar to The Rose Code?
The most similar books to The Rose Code are The Lincoln Highway, The Song of Achilles, The Martha's Vineyard Beach and Book Club.
What should I read after The Rose Code?
After finishing The Rose Code, readers most commonly pick up The Lincoln Highway next.
Who writes books like Kate Quinn?
Authors similar to Kate Quinn include Martha Hall Kelly, Kristin Hannah.
What genre is The Rose Code?
The Rose Code is a Literary Fiction novel by Kate Quinn. It features elements of WWII, Female Friendship, Bletchley Park.
How long is The Rose Code?
The Rose Code varies in length depending on edition.
Does The Rose Code have romance/spice?
The Rose Code has a spice level of 2/5. This book has moderate romantic content.
About The Rose Code
Three unlikely friends—socialite Osla, working-class Mab, and shy Beth—work as codebreakers at Bletchley Park during WWII, but their friendship shatters when one is accused of treason. Years later, as the royal wedding of Princess Elizabeth approaches, the women must reunite to uncover the truth and clear an innocent name. Quinn masterfully combines historical detail with compelling personal drama, celebrating the unsung heroines of WWII while exploring themes of friendship, betrayal, and redemption. Essential for historical fiction readers who appreciate strong female characters, WWII settings, and stories that highlight women's vital but often overlooked contributions to the war effort.