Books like Weekend by Christopher Pike
A teenage girl and her best friend embark on a brief vacation trip to a luxurious Mexican mansion in search of her uncle's fortune. As they explore the sprawling estate, they discover a sinister plot for revenge against someone who killed their parents. The girls are convinced they are alone, but a mysterious man in a white mask suddenly appears and introduces himself as the architect of the scheme. Their vacation quickly turns into a nightmare as they uncover a series of murders and supernatural occurrences. The friends realize they are part of the plot and must work together to prevent the maniacal killer from getting his hands on the money. As they search for clues, they encounter other characters who become involved in the twisted scheme, including a charming but dangerous architect and a troubled ex-gang member. The teenagers must use their friendship and quick thinking to uncover the truth and stop the killer before it's too late.
First publish date: 1986
Genre: Horror/Supernatural Horror
Authors: Christopher Pike
★
★
★
★
★
4.0 (7 community ratings)
How are these books recommended?
The books recommended for Weekend by Christopher Pike are shaped by reader interaction. Votes on how closely books relate, user ratings, and community comments all help refine these recommendations and highlight books readers genuinely find similar in theme, ideas, and overall reading experience.
Have you read any of these books?
Your votes, ratings, and comments help improve recommendations and make it easier
for other readers to discover books they’ll enjoy.
Books similar to Weekend (25 similar books)
Twenty‑five year‑old Belly Conklin returns to the family summer home on the coast, where a cancer diagnosis forces her to confront love, loss, and growing up amid the familiar rhythm of beach life.
Similar?
✓ Yes
0
✗ No
0
In an elite New England college, a charismatic classics professor lures a group of eccentric students into obsessive study, leading them from intellectual curiosity to corruption, betrayal, and ultimately murder.
Similar?
✓ Yes
0
✗ No
0
Ian McEwan’s Saturday follows neurosurgeon Henry Perowne’s ordinary London day interrupted by a traffic accident and a confrontation with a young thug, set against the backdrop of growing tension over the Iraq War.
Similar?
✓ Yes
0
✗ No
0
Greg, a high‑schooler in Pittsburgh, is forced by his mother into an unlikely friendship with Rachel, the leukemia‑diagnosed girl from his Hebrew school, forcing him to confront loneliness, family, and the meaning of friendship.
Similar?
✓ Yes
0
✗ No
0
Erica Falck returns to her Swedish hometown after her parents’ funeral, only to confront a cold‑blooded mystery when her childhood friend Alex is found dead in an icy bath. As memories surface, she and police detective Patrik Hedström uncover a town’s dark past.
Similar?
✓ Yes
0
✗ No
0
A chilling tale of a demonic force disguised as a beautiful woman terrorizing Los Angeles, featuring the chilling murder of a former street gang member and journalist Peter James.
Similar?
✓ Yes
0
✗ No
0
A young photographer investigates a murder that seems unrelated to him, finding clues that suggest the death may have been premeditated.
Similar?
✓ Yes
0
✗ No
0
Ruthless, a mystery novel for teens, revolves around four high school seniors who have been terrorized by a relentless stalker named A. Aria, Emily, Hanna, and Spencer must navigate their own secrets and fears as they try to uncover the truth behind the killer.
Similar?
✓ Yes
0
✗ No
0
A teenage girl arrives in Hawaii for sunshine, but the vacation turns into a mystery when a boy on the plane dies and a missing scuba diver’s partner vanishes into the ocean.
Similar?
✓ Yes
0
✗ No
0
In Summer of Night, five 12‑year‑old boys of Elm Haven, Illinois, confront a sinister mystery after their classmate vanishes.
Similar?
✓ Yes
0
✗ No
0
A haunted high school scavenger hunt mystery with a troubled protagonist in a forgotten past, where the line between life and death is blurred and broken.
Similar?
✓ Yes
0
✗ No
0
Ann, her best friend, falls to her death from a cliff, and the trial reveals a twisted murder mystery involving a dark obsession and a supernatural element.
Similar?
✓ Yes
0
✗ No
0
Alex Sawyer escapes a dark prison ruled by his nemesis, Alfred Furnace, and becomes the executioner to stop him.
Similar?
✓ Yes
0
✗ No
0
A teenage romance story centered on a summer vacation where Lou, her friends, and her mother experience unexpected love and adventure at a posh beach house, while the mother attends a book tour for her new science fiction novel.
Similar?
✓ Yes
0
✗ No
0
Amelia embarks on a journey to find her Aunt Tanner, her former cheerleader teammates, and the boy she once thought of as a friend, all while dodging ex-boyfriend's tell-all book and navigating the complex dynamics of their family's past and present. A lighthearted and humorous adventure story for young readers, perfect for fans of 'The Fault in Our Stars' and 'Wonder'.
Similar?
✓ Yes
0
✗ No
0
A paper Fortune Wookiee from McQuarrie Middle School catches the attention of Sara, who learns its advice resembles that of Yoda, though in her case, it seems focused on romance.
Similar?
✓ Yes
0
✗ No
0
On the final day of high school, Michael questions the official verdict of Alice's death and suspects a lurking murderer ready to strike again.
Similar?
✓ Yes
0
✗ No
0
This is a duplicate. Please update your lists. See https://openlibrary.org/works/OL1000684W.
Similar?
✓ Yes
0
✗ No
0
A collection of thirteen stories from award-winning authors that explore how things are lost and found during a teenager's high school years, focusing on friendship and the transition to adulthood.
Similar?
✓ Yes
0
✗ No
0
The Dollanganger Family Series: A Thriller with Family Secrets and Unpredictable Villains
Similar?
✓ Yes
0
✗ No
0
A coming‑of‑age tale where Mel wrestles with guilt after her best friend attempts suicide, confronting the heavy emotions that shape adolescents’ friendships and mental health.
Similar?
✓ Yes
0
✗ No
0
Some Other Similar Books
Lost and Found by Alice HoffmanThe Girls Are All So Nice by Laurie Elizabeth Flynn
The Longest Weekend by Thomas H. Cook
The Vintage Summer by Nadine Dorries
The Weekend by Charlotte Rixon
Have a similar book in mind? Let others know!
Please login to submit books!