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These books are ranked using the characterization labels extracted for Unwind.
Characterization labels used: troubled teen, ward of the state, religious child, tithe, runaway, angry protagonist, realistic teens, flawed characters, character growth, strong female lead
This does not mean the books share the same plot, setting, quality, or difficulty. It means their characterization embeddings are close.
An amnesiac teen relives the same trapped day with a wary stranger while clues about their world and danger surface.
Why this is here
Characterization labels: teen protagonists · orphan · ward of the state · resourceful · mistrustful · guarded · compassionate · cutthroat · ruthless · desperate · confused · strong female lead · male lead
Semantic match: ranked by characterization
Distance: 0.1173
A fearless teen and a drifting young woman are swept into a Boston chase where modern danger collides with ancient gods.
Why this is here
Characterization labels: teen protagonist · young adult protagonists · homeless protagonist · college dropout · fearless character · strong female lead · mysterious benefactor · violent cultists · damaged characters · coming into power
Semantic match: ranked by characterization
Distance: 0.1701
Three months after an EMP, Fall Creek faces new threats as survival, loyalty, trauma, and revenge collide.
Why this is here
Characterization labels: flawed characters · complex characters · teen heroine · strong female lead · protective soldier · traumatized survivor · angsty teen · leader arc
Semantic match: ranked by characterization
Distance: 0.1760
Teen guerrillas shelter feral orphans in wartime Australia, but their refuge, loyalties, and safety all come under threat.
Why this is here
Characterization labels: teen protagonists · flawed heroine · resilient teens · traumatized children · orphan characters · group dynamic · guardianship role · maturing under pressure · emotionally damaged · resourceful survivors
Semantic match: ranked by characterization
Distance: 0.1768
A hunted teen who sees death dates must protect his family when a child’s altered power draws ruthless people in.
Why this is here
Characterization labels: teen protagonist · young parent · pregnant heroine · gifted child · villainous antagonist · government target · protective father · fugitive · matured characters · flawed characters · character growth · strong mother
Semantic match: ranked by characterization
Distance: 0.1772
A disgraced teen leader must cross the zodiac houses again to stop a galaxy-wide terror plot and uncover hidden truths.
Why this is here
Characterization labels: disgraced leader · reluctant leader · teen protagonist · outcast · growing confidence · self-doubt · resilient heroine · idealistic · conflicted protagonist · multiple new characters
Semantic match: ranked by characterization
Distance: 0.1800
A teen-led post-apocalyptic community faces a ruthless cult that kidnaps their friends and forces a dangerous rescue.
Why this is here
Characterization labels: teen protagonists · leadership roles · analytical heroine · hotheaded hero · brainwashing victims · cult leader · character growth · immature behavior
Semantic match: ranked by characterization
Distance: 0.1844
In a near-future America, an undocumented teen must cross a surveilled country with her brother to reach sanctuary.
Why this is here
Characterization labels: teen protagonist · strong heroine · undocumented girl · younger brother · family protector · resilient · traumatized · ordinary teen · forced activist · determined survivor · underdeveloped side characters · complex sibling dynamics
Semantic match: ranked by characterization
Distance: 0.1855
On the run after being branded an outcast, a teen must expose a brutal system before it destroys everyone she loves.
Why this is here
Characterization labels: strong heroine · teen protagonist · fugitive · reluctant leader · character growth · smart protagonist · brave protagonist · morally conflicted · supportive family · careful planner
Semantic match: ranked by characterization
Distance: 0.1858
A short prequel comic follows teenage Ellie’s first steps beyond the walls as she befriends Riley and meets the Fireflies.
Why this is here
Characterization labels: teen protagonist · troubled teen · rebellious · survivalist · vulnerable · snarky · resourceful · female friendship · young rebel · complex leader
Semantic match: ranked by characterization
Distance: 0.1861
A teen and his family flee a fast-moving plague that melts living things—and seems to think for itself.
Why this is here
Characterization labels: teen protagonist · younger sister · protective mother · absent father · resourceful hero · reluctant leader · survivor group · bullied outsider · rebellious girl · jerk antagonist · cynical adult
Semantic match: ranked by characterization
Distance: 0.1864
With 24 hours until an asteroid strike, two homeless teens spend their last day granting wishes and finding meaning.
Why this is here
Characterization labels: homeless teens · street kids · runaway · optimistic male lead · guarded female lead · flawed heroine · kindhearted · selfless · flat characters · character growth · adult catalyst · supporting ensemble
Semantic match: ranked by characterization
Distance: 0.1871
