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A continuation of an arcane journey where the written word carries visceral consequences. These 12 books are the closest matches in mood, pace and themes, with what each one shares with Paper and Blood.

  • shadowy
  • intriguing
  • suspenseful
  1. 01

    Ink & Sigil

    Kevin Hearne

    A witty, magic-infused romp through Scotland that balances mythological danger with the cozy charm of an eccentric found family.

    Feels:
    • cozy-yet-dangerous
    • whimsical
    • atmospheric
  2. 02

    The Girl and the Moon

    Mark Lawrence

    A stark, atmospheric journey through a world defined by ice and the distant glow of the moon.

    Feels:
    • chilly
    • nocturnal
    • stark
  3. 03

    The Hidden Palace

    Helene Wecker

    A literary continuation of a mythic saga featuring legendary beings.

    Shares:
    • mysterious
    • continuing journeys
  4. 04

    The Blacktongue Thief

    Christopher Buehlman

    A foul-mouthed, fast-paced romp through a brutal world, guided by a rogue who is just as likely to steal your coin purse as he is to win your heart.

    Feels:
    • gritty
    • perilous
    • raucous
  5. 05

    Staked: The Iron Druid Chronicles

    Kevin Hearne

    A globe-trotting, myth-colliding urban fantasy where ancient grudges meet modern snark.

    Feels:
    • energetic
    • tense
    • mythic
  6. 06

    Conventionally Yours

    Annabeth Albert

    A grounded exploration of authenticity, personal connection, and the courage it takes to reveal one's true colors.

    Feels:
    • introspective
    • contemplative
    • grounded
  7. 07

    The Memory of Souls

    Jenn Lyons

    A desperate race against the apocalypse where the greatest threat might be the hero's own soul.

    Shares:
    • dramatic
  8. 08

    Blood bound

    Patricia Briggs

    A gritty, fast-paced descent into the nocturnal underworld where a pragmatic mechanic must outwit ancient, bloodthirsty predators.

    Shares:
    • shadowy
    • suspenseful
  9. 09

    A perfect blood

    Kim Harrison

    A high-stakes, spell-slinging thrill ride where a snarky heroine battles prejudice and dark magic to protect her found family.

    Shares:
    • suspenseful
  10. 10

    The Plastic Magician

    Charlie N. Holmberg

    An inventive fantasy exploring the tactile and wondrous craft of material magic.

    Feels:
    • wonder-filled
    • inventive
    • atmospheric
  11. 11

    The Fall of Babel

    Josiah Bancroft

    A sweeping, bittersweet culmination of a grand clockwork journey that balances whimsical invention with profound human stakes.

    Feels:
    • awe-inspiring
    • tense
    • bittersweet
  12. 12

    Across the Green Grass Fields

    Seanan McGuire

    A tender, pastoral portal fantasy that offers a warm embrace to anyone who has ever felt betrayed by the rigid expectations of growing up.

    Feels:
    • pastoral
    • bittersweet
    • wondrous

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