Books that Feel like Jess Mariano

If you’re looking for books that feature a character similar to Jess Mariano from Gilmore Girls, you may want to consider the following:

“The Catcher in the Rye” by J.D. Salinger – This classic coming-of-age novel features a protagonist who is similar to Jess in his attitude and outlook on life.
“The Outsiders” by S.E. Hinton – This novel features a group of rebellious teenagers who share similar traits with Jess.
“The Perks of Being a Wallflower” by Stephen Chbosky – This novel also features a protagonist who is a bit of an outsider and struggles with finding his place in the world.
“The Fault in Our Stars” by John Green – This novel features a character named Augustus Waters who shares some of Jess’s wit and charm.
“The Bell Jar” by Sylvia Plath – This novel features a young woman struggling to find her identity and place in the world, much like Jess.

These books all explore themes of coming-of-age, identity, and rebellion that are also present in Jess’s character.