📚 Books to Read After Foundryside
Just finished foundryside? Here are 5 magical next reads curated just for you:
📘 Senlin Ascends by Josiah Bancroft
Rating: 4.29 / 5 (11,258 ratings), Published: 2013
When to read it: When you crave a journey that will challenge your perceptions of reality and identity.
This captivating fantasy follows an unsuspecting headmaster, Thomas Senlin, as he embarks on a mysterious and perilous adventure through the Tower of Babel. Bancroft's rich world-building and intricate character development will draw you in, much like "Foundryside," leaving you eager to unravel the tower's secrets alongside Senlin.
Genres: Fantasy, Steampunk, Adventure, Mystery
After reading: You'll find yourself pondering the profound themes of ambition, resilience, and the essence of self-discovery long after you reach the final page.
📘 The Golem and the Jinni by Helene Wecker
Rating: 4.16 / 5 (96,885 ratings), Published: 2013
When to read it: For a tale that weaves folklore, cultural richness, and unexpected friendships.
Wecker's enchanting novel combines elements of fantasy and historical fiction, following the unlikely companionship between a golem and a jinni in early 20th-century New York. Just as "Foundryside" blends magic with industrial themes, this story seamlessly interlaces magical realism with immigrant experiences, creating a poignant narrative of belonging and self-discovery.
Genres: Historical Fiction, Fantasy, Folklore
After reading: You'll be left with a renewed sense of the beauty found in connections forged across differences and the power of embracing one's true nature.
📘 Jade City by Fonda Lee
Rating: 4.12 / 5 (9,699 ratings), Published: 2017
When to read it: When you crave a gripping blend of intricate world-building and complex familial dynamics.
Lee's riveting urban fantasy introduces readers to the powerful and enthralling world of the Green Bone warriors, where honor, loyalty, and magic collide in a mesmerizing tale of crime and family legacy. If you enjoyed the dynamic characters and intricate plot twists in "Foundryside," you'll be captivated by the intricate web of alliances and betrayals in this novel.
Genres: Fantasy, Urban Fantasy, Crime, Family Drama
After reading: You'll be left reflecting on themes of sacrifice, duty, and the profound consequences of power as you eagerly anticipate diving into the next installment of the series.
📘 The Library at Mount Char by Scott Hawkins
Rating: 4.07 / 5 (31,986 ratings), Published: 2015
When to read it: When you're ready for a mind-bending and genre-defying narrative that pushes the boundaries of storytelling.
Hawkins' genre-bending debut takes readers on a dark and twisted journey through a mysterious library where godlike powers, ancient secrets, and the quest for knowledge intersect in unexpected ways. Much like "Foundryside," this novel challenges conventional storytelling, blending elements of fantasy, horror, and mythology to create a unique and unforgettable reading experience.
Genres: Fantasy, Horror, Mystery, Mythology
After reading: You'll find yourself contemplating the blurred lines between power and morality, knowledge and control, long after you've closed the final pages of this extraordinary book.
📘 Perdido Street Station by China Miéville
Rating: 3.97 / 5 (50,844 ratings), Published: 2000
When to read it: When you're seeking a dark and immersive narrative that challenges traditional fantasy conventions.
Miéville's inventive and complex fantasy masterpiece transports readers to the grim and fantastical city of New Crobuzon, where bizarre creatures, political intrigue, and dark magic converge in unexpected ways. Fans of "Foundryside" will appreciate the intricate world-building, unconventional characters, and thought-provoking themes of power and rebellion that define this novel.
Genres: Fantasy, Science Fiction, Steampunk, Dark Fantasy
After reading: You'll be left in awe of Miéville's unparalleled imagination and the unsettling beauty of a world where boundaries between the known and the unknown blur in mesmerizing ways.