Top 10 Books Similar to Pioneer Tie Summer

Over the novel “Summer in a Pioneer Tie” two authors Elena Malisova and Katerina Silvanova worked at once. The book was a huge success – the second most popular in Russia (for the first six months of 2022). During this time, more than 200 thousand copies of paper books were sold. If electronic versions are taken into account, the figure will at least double.

The novel deals with the theme of youthful love. The action begins in 1986. The Soviet Union, a pioneer camp and teenager Yura, who falls in love with his counselor Volodya. An unusual situation for that time.

Volodya and Yura spend a lot of time together. Soon the counselor realizes that he is also not indifferent to the young comrade. But he is not at all ready to go against the public and is struggling to fight this hobby.

If this story captivated you, we suggest reading books similar to Summer in a Pioneer Tie. You may also like some of them.

10 “Skin”, Evgenia Nekrasova

The two main characters do not know what freedom is. A serf from Russia Domna and a black slave from an American plantation. Their destinies are mysteriously intertwined. Girls are aware that they can change skin. Hopes for a better life are resurrecting, but will they come true?

The novel has many fans, but there are those who do not perceive it at all. History is written in dry language. The experiences and emotions of the heroines are not disclosed. This is what the author decided.

“Skin” is hard to read. The writing style is quite complex. Most readers rate the book as odd. Do not rely on someone else’s opinion. Perhaps it is you who will become the next fan of Nekrasova’s unusual work.

9. Stop Lying, Philippe Besson

The events of the book take place in a small town. First boyish love. Let not quite ordinary. Boy and boy, that too can be. The first disappointments, pain, suffering, sex, betrayal and cruel reality.

The novel is read in one breath. He’s short. Written in a light and bright language, full of accurate descriptions and images. This makes it easy for readers to visualize what is going on.

“Stop lying” – a story about unconventional love, poignant, intense, deep. Readers admit that many tears have been shed over her. It is better for especially impressionable individuals to stock up on handkerchiefs before reading.

8. The Secret Garden, Frances Eliza Burnett

The main character is Mary Lennox. She is only 10 years old, but she has already learned what grief is. The girl lost her parents. Now she will live in the estate of her uncle Archibald. Life here is completely different, but there is no way out, you have to get used to it.

One day, Mary finds out about the existence of an abandoned garden. It is forbidden to enter there, but a brave girl decides to find him. The mysterious garden changes people’s souls…

A book about children that touches on important topics. It shows how a person’s environment can change his life. A good and cozy story that is read in one breath.

7. “Autoquirography”, Christina Loren

Tanner Scott is a high school student. Soon he will finish school and leave his hometown. He can’t wait for this moment. Best friend offers to sign up for a literary seminar. Writing a novel in four months – is it realistic? Of course, but the main character “Autoquirography” falls in love, all his thoughts are occupied with his own experiences. The object of his desire is by no means a pretty girlfriend, but a young handsome man …

A bisexual novel about a love triangle. A typical story, but in general, readers are happy with it.

6. “Monstrum”, Polina Graf

A fantasy novel on an astronomical theme. Space, other worlds, the war of good against evil, light and darkness – that’s what they love “Monster”. It’s hard to single out the main character here. There are many characters in the novel that evoke sympathy, and the main theme is the formation of a team and true friendship.

A slightly pretentious teenage fantasy that lacks a love line, but this does not make the book worse. The narrative is dynamic, events follow each other at lightning speed – this book certainly does not come across as boring.

5. “Home in the Blue Sea”, T.J. Cloone

The protagonist Linus Baker works as an inspector in the Department of Magical Youth Affairs. His life is not varied. However, Linus does not want to change anything. One day he will have to go to a mysterious island in an orphanage. Six unusual children live there. The director of the shelter is ready to do anything to protect the pupils from the cruel adult world. This trip will change Baker’s life.

“House in the azure sea” is a light and enjoyable book. Of course, it can hardly be called a contribution to world literature, but this is an ideal option to pass the evening.

4. “Bronze Bird”, Anatoly Rybakov

The story of a Soviet writer, published in 1956. It has been called “the legendary children’s thriller”.

In the center of the plot is the story of three friends. Genka, Mishka and Slavka go to the pioneer camp. It is located near the old count’s manor, and according to rumors, a treasure is hidden there. This mystery is somehow related to the sculpture bronze birdwhich is kept in the estate. Friends are ready for adventure…

A children’s detective story that our grandparents read to. The book will also be of interest to the modern reader, this is a good reason to plunge into history and find out how the boys lived in the 20s of the twentieth century.

3. “Simon and the Homo sapiens program” by Becca Albertalli

High school student Simon is gay. He hides his orientation, but one day Martin, the school “clown”, a cheerful and interesting guy, finds out about his secret. He starts blackmailing Simon. The young man must find a way out of this situation …

“Simon and the Homo sapiens program” – a light spiritual book about the complex, written in simple language. By the way, the novel was filmed, and there is an opportunity to see everything with your own eyes (the film “Love, Simon”).

2. “Summer Nights” by Dan Simmons

The book was published in the 80s. The horror genre was then extremely popular, and the novel did not go unnoticed.

The action takes place in a small American town. A boy disappears at school. Friends are trying to find him. Terrible events begin to happen to everyone involved in the search. The students discover that the horrifying reality is somehow connected to the past. An old bell was installed at the school. The guys have to learn its history and … try to survive.

“Summer Nights” definitely worth a read, if only because Dan Simmons is a cult figure in modern literature. Almost every one of his works is a sensation.

1. “Call Me by Your Name” by André Aciman

A beautiful and sensual love story, albeit non-standard. Elio spends every summer at his father’s villa. Every year the same thing: sweltering heat, beach holidays, reading books, conversations with my father’s graduate students. This summer will be different. A new guest arrives at the villa. This is scientist Oliver. He is young and good-looking. Elio realizes that he cannot resist the emerging feelings …

“Call Me By Your Name” will appeal not only to those who are interested in stories about non-traditional relationships. This novel is about love. Here everyone will be able to recognize themselves, because in this story, gender practically does not matter. Experiences, emotions of the main characters – that’s what is valuable.