Books About Chronic Illnesses

The Best Chronic Illnesses Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about chronic illnesses? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

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Five Feet Apart
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Chapter Book · Ages 12–18 · 2018

Five Feet Apart

By Rachael Lippincott

Two teens fall in love but must stay apart to survive. Can love bridge the distance between them?

304 pages· 61,382 words· Est. 5.5 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 264,441 ratings
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Summary: Stella and Will, both battling cystic fibrosis, must keep a safe distance to protect their fragile health. Stella's life depends on a lung transplant, while Will dreams of freedom beyond hospital walls. As their connection deepens, the mandated six feet apart feels like a cruel barrier. Can they risk everything for a chance at love, or will the distance keep them safe but heartbroken? Discover if five feet apart is worth the risk in this poignant tale of love and survival.
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