Still Alice

The Midnight Library

Matt Haig

A philosophical novel about life choices, regret, and personal potential. The protagonist explores alternate life paths through a magical library. Like 'Still Alice', it delves into themes of identity, personal transformation, and the complexity of human experience.

The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time

Mark Haddon

A novel narrated from the perspective of a neurodivergent protagonist investigating a mysterious event. The book provides deep insights into different cognitive experiences and perceptions. It shares 'Still Alice's' exploration of unique neurological perspectives and personal challenges.

Brain on Fire

Susannah Cahalan

A memoir documenting a journalist's experience with a rare neurological disorder. The book provides a first-hand account of medical mystery, cognitive disruption, and personal resilience. It offers a real-life parallel to 'Still Alice' in its exploration of neurological challenges.

Left Neglected

Lisa Genova

Another novel by the same author exploring neurological challenges. A successful businesswoman suffers a brain injury that fundamentally alters her perception and life trajectory. The book delves into personal adaptation, neurological recovery, and redefining one's sense of self after a life-changing medical event.

The Sense of an Ending

Julian Barnes

A reflective novel about memory, aging, and the subjective nature of personal history. The protagonist revisits and reinterprets his past, confronting how memory can be unreliable and transformative. The book explores similar themes of memory and personal identity.

The Memory of Running

Ron McLarty

A poignant novel about personal transformation and healing after tragedy. The protagonist, Smithy Ide, embarks on a cross-country bicycle journey while confronting family trauma and personal loss. Like 'Still Alice', it explores themes of identity, memory, and human resilience in the face of profound personal challenges.

Elizabeth Is Missing

Emma Healey

A mystery novel told through the perspective of a woman with dementia. The protagonist attempts to solve a long-standing disappearance while struggling with memory loss. The narrative closely mirrors 'Still Alice' in its compassionate portrayal of cognitive decline.

Before I Forget

B. Smith

A memoir about living with early-onset Alzheimer's, offering a personal perspective on the disease. The book provides intimate insights into the emotional and practical challenges of cognitive decline. It directly relates to 'Still Alice' in its authentic portrayal of Alzheimer's experience.

The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry

Rachel Joyce

A deeply emotional journey about memory, connection, and personal transformation. Harold Fry walks across England to visit a dying friend, reflecting on his past and confronting personal regrets. The narrative explores themes of memory, human connection, and the power of personal reflection.

Turn of Mind

Alice LaPlante

A psychological thriller about a surgeon experiencing dementia who becomes entangled in a murder investigation. The novel explores memory loss, identity, and the unreliability of perception. It shares thematic similarities with 'Still Alice' in its nuanced portrayal of neurological challenges.

The Notebook

Nicholas Sparks

A romantic novel exploring love, memory, and aging, particularly through the lens of dementia. The story follows a couple's enduring relationship despite cognitive challenges. It shares thematic resonance with 'Still Alice' in its compassionate portrayal of memory loss.

We Are All Completely Beside Ourselves

Karen Joy Fowler

A unique novel exploring family dynamics, memory, and identity. The story follows a woman reflecting on her unconventional childhood and family relationships. Like 'Still Alice', it examines how personal history and memory shape individual experience and understanding.

The Hummingbird

Sandro Veronesi

A novel exploring family, loss, and personal resilience across generations. The narrative follows a protagonist confronting complex personal and medical challenges. It shares 'Still Alice's' deep emotional exploration of human vulnerability and strength.