What to read, watch, and listen to if you lovedLooking for Smoke
K. A. Cobell · Book · 2024
If you loved Looking for Smoke, start with Looking for Alaska (Josh Schwartz, 2019) — a series on the same thread. Below: 4 films, 1 series and 2 podcasts, each matched to Looking for Smoke across media.
You were drawn to the way Looking for Smoke balances urgent, real-world social justice with the intimate, haunting search for missing loved ones.
Films on the same thread
Remarkably Bright Creatures
Olivia Newman · Film · 2026
Explores: Grief and healing, Intergenerational friendship, Hidden secrets.
Much like the grief and community-centered mystery in Looking for Smoke, this story explores how hidden secrets and unexpected connections help characters navigate profound loss and find healing.
Reminders of Him
Vanessa Caswill · Film · 2026
Shares a thread with Looking for Smoke: Small-town secrets.
Readers captivated by the emotional weight of Looking for Smoke will appreciate this story, which navigates complex themes of grief, estrangement, and the search for truth in small-town settings.
Killers of the Flower Moon
Film · 2023
Explores: Systemic Racism, Greed, Betrayal.
This historical account mirrors the systemic injustice and urgent social commentary found in Looking for Smoke, focusing on the devastating impact of targeted violence against Indigenous communities and families.
Searching
Aneesh Chaganty · Film · 2018
Explores: Parent-child relationship, Digital footprint, Social media.
If the desperate, high-stakes hunt for a missing girl in Looking for Smoke kept you engaged, this investigative thriller offers a similar intensity fueled by parental love and persistence.
Series on the same thread
Looking for Alaska
Josh Schwartz · Series · 2019
Explores: Grief, Loss of Innocence, Existentialism.
This series captures the same atmosphere of teenage vulnerability and sudden, life-altering tragedy that defines the character-driven mystery at the heart of the narrative in Looking for Smoke.
Podcasts on the same thread
CounterClock
Audiochuck · Podcast · 2025
Explores: unsolved homicide, seeking justice, historical mystery.
The dedicated pursuit of justice for cold cases in this podcast echoes the themes of activism and uncovering uncomfortable truths that define the experience of reading Looking for Smoke.
The Deck Investigates
Audiochuck · Podcast
Explores: Missing Persons, Unsolved Mysteries, Small Town Secrets.
This investigative series mirrors the focus on missing persons and family trauma found in Looking for Smoke, emphasizing the importance of keeping cold cases in the public consciousness.
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Common questions
Is Looking for Smoke a Reese's Book Club pick?
Yes, Looking for Smoke is a Reese's Book Club pick. This debut novel by K. A. Cobell explores themes of loss and betrayal through a thriller narrative centered on the Blackfeet community, making it a notable selection for the book club.
Who is the author of Looking for Smoke?
The author of Looking for Smoke is K. A. Cobell. She is a Blackfeet writer who released this debut thriller in 2024. The story follows characters like Loren and Mara as they navigate a complex mystery within their community.
Should I read Looking for Smoke if I enjoy Angeline Boulley?
Yes, Looking for Smoke is recommended for readers who enjoy books by Angeline Boulley. The novel shares a similar thriller appeal and is noted for its ability to surprise and engage readers through its complex character dynamics and plot developments.
Is Looking for Smoke a debut novel?
Yes, Looking for Smoke is the powerful debut novel by author K. A. Cobell. Published in 2024, the book establishes her voice in the thriller genre by weaving together a story of loss and betrayal involving characters Loren and Mara.