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- 1The Vanishing Half by Brit Bennett4.4
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- 3The Great Alone by Kristin Hannah4.5
- 4The Girls of Good Fortune by Kristina McMorris4.1
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- 6The Covenant of Water by Abraham Verghese4.4
- 7The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah4.7
- 8Daisy Jones & The Six by Taylor Jenkins Reid4.2
- 9The Lincoln Highway by Amor Towles4.2
- 10The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller4.5
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Quick Comparison: Books Like The Stranger in the Lifeboat
| Book | Author | Rating | Year | Pages | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Vanishing Half | Brit Bennett | 4.4 | 2021 | 12 | Closest match |
| 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 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 |
| Daisy Jones & The Six | Taylor Jenkins Reid | 4.2 | 2019 | 353 | Similar vibes |
| The Lincoln Highway | Amor Towles | 4.2 | 2021 | 576 | Similar vibes |
| The Song of Achilles | Madeline Miller | 4.5 | 2021 | 384 | Similar vibes |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What books are most similar to The Stranger in the Lifeboat?
The most similar books to The Stranger in the Lifeboat are The Vanishing Half, My Name Is Emilia del Valle, The Great Alone.
What should I read after The Stranger in the Lifeboat?
After finishing The Stranger in the Lifeboat, readers most commonly pick up The Vanishing Half next. Alternatively, you might enjoy more books by Mitch Albom, such as The Little Liar.
Who writes books like Mitch Albom?
Authors similar to Mitch Albom include Madeline Miller, Taylor Jenkins Reid, Brit Bennett, Patti Callahan Henry, Colson Whitehead.
What genre is The Stranger in the Lifeboat?
The Stranger in the Lifeboat is a Literary Fiction novel by Mitch Albom. It features elements of Survival, Faith/Spirituality, Moral Dilemmas.
How long is The Stranger in the Lifeboat?
The Stranger in the Lifeboat varies in length depending on edition.
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About The Stranger in the Lifeboat
When a luxury yacht explodes, ten survivors find themselves adrift in a lifeboat with a mysterious stranger who claims to be God. As hope dwindles and desperation grows, the survivors must grapple with questions of faith, morality, and what they're willing to believe when facing death. Albom crafts a thought-provoking allegory about faith, human nature, and divine intervention that challenges readers to examine their own beliefs about hope and miracles. Perfect for readers who enjoy philosophical fiction, survival stories, and narratives that explore deep questions about faith and humanity.