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- 1The Underground Railroad by Colson Whitehead4.4
- 2The Book Thief by Markus Zusak4.6
- 3Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver4.5
- 4The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller4.5
- 5Strangers in Time: A World War II Novel by David Baldacci4.4
- 6Beloved by Toni Morrison4.5
- 7The Great Alone by Kristin Hannah4.5
- 8The Four Winds by Kristin Hannah4.3
- 9The Covenant of Water by Abraham Verghese4.4
- 10The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah4.7
When baker Sage befriends an elderly man who confesses to being a Nazi guard, she must decide whether some sins are too great to forgive
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Quick Comparison: Books Like The Storyteller
| Book | Author | Rating | Year | Pages | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Underground Railroad | Colson Whitehead | 4.4 | 2016 | 306 | Closest match |
| The Book Thief | Markus Zusak | 4.6 | 2014 | — | Similar vibes |
| Demon Copperhead | Barbara Kingsolver | 4.5 | 2022 | 560 | Similar vibes |
| The Song of Achilles | Madeline Miller | 4.5 | 2021 | 384 | Similar vibes |
| Strangers in Time: A World War II Novel | David Baldacci | 4.4 | 2025 | 608 | Similar vibes |
| Beloved | Toni Morrison | 4.5 | 1989 | — | Similar vibes |
| The Great Alone | Kristin Hannah | 4.5 | 2018 | 450 | Similar vibes |
| The Four Winds | Kristin Hannah | 4.3 | 2021 | 464 | Similar vibes |
| The Covenant of Water | Abraham Verghese | 4.4 | 2023 | 715 | Similar vibes |
| The Nightingale | Kristin Hannah | 4.7 | 2015 | 564 | Similar vibes |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What books are most similar to The Storyteller?
The most similar books to The Storyteller are The Underground Railroad, The Book Thief, Demon Copperhead.
What should I read after The Storyteller?
After finishing The Storyteller, readers most commonly pick up The Underground Railroad next. Alternatively, you might enjoy more books by Jodi Picoult, such as Leaving Time.
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 The Storyteller?
The Storyteller is a Literary Fiction novel by Jodi Picoult. It features elements of Holocaust, Forgiveness, Multiple Timelines.
How long is The Storyteller?
The Storyteller varies in length depending on edition.
Does The Storyteller have romance/spice?
The Storyteller has a spice level of 1/5. This book has light romantic elements.
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About The Storyteller
When baker Sage befriends an elderly man who confesses to being a Nazi guard, she must decide whether some sins are too great to forgive. Picoult weaves together multiple timelines including Holocaust narratives, contemporary moral dilemmas, and fairy tale elements to explore forgiveness and justice. A profound examination of good, evil, and the possibility of redemption, this novel explores themes of guilt, forgiveness, and whether people can truly change while honoring Holocaust victims' stories and examining the lasting impact of trauma across generations through Picoult's characteristic blend of historical research and emotional depth.