📚 Books to Read After The Shadows Between Us
Just finished the shadows between us? Here are 5 magical next reads curated just for you:
📘 Serpent & Dove by Shelby Mahurin
Rating: 4.15 / 5 (37,587 ratings), Published: 2019
When to read it: When you crave a mix of romance, magic, and intrigue to escape into a vivid fantasy world.
"Serpent & Dove" follows a witch and a witch hunter forced into a marriage of convenience, navigating dangerous political intrigues. This book offers a thrilling tale of forbidden love, complex characters, and a richly built magical setting, perfect for fans of "The Shadows Between Us."
Genres: Fantasy, Romance, Young Adult, Magic
After reading: Readers will be left longing for more of the captivating world Mahurin has created and the intense chemistry between the main characters.
📘 Ninth House by Leigh Bardugo
Rating: 3.84 / 5 (74,877 ratings), Published: 2019
When to read it: When you're in the mood for a dark, atmospheric story with a dash of the supernatural and a strong, morally gray protagonist.
"Ninth House" delves into secret societies at Yale University, blending occult elements with a gripping mystery. Bardugo weaves a tale of power, privilege, and the struggle for truth, making it an engrossing choice for those who enjoyed the intrigue in "The Shadows Between Us."
Genres: Fantasy, Mystery, Adult Fiction, Paranormal
After reading: Readers will find themselves pondering the complexities of power dynamics, the cost of seeking knowledge, and the blurred lines between good and evil.
📘 Blood Heir by Amélie Wen Zhao
Rating: 3.94 / 5 (6,601 ratings), Published: 2019
When to read it: When you want a tale of resilience, redemption, and challenging societal norms in a vividly constructed fantasy world.
"Blood Heir" follows a princess with forbidden elemental magic, embarking on a quest for justice and confronting deep-seated prejudices. Zhao crafts a story that explores themes of identity, power, and the impact of one's choices, offering a compelling narrative akin to the depth found in "The Shadows Between Us."
Genres: Fantasy, Young Adult, Retellings, Magic
After reading: Readers will be left contemplating the weight of inherited expectations, the complexities of loyalty, and the transformative power of empathy.
📘 To Kill a Kingdom by Alexandra Christo
Rating: 3.97 / 5 (37,642 ratings), Published: 2018
When to read it: When you're craving a twisted fairy tale retelling with morally ambiguous characters and a hint of romance.
"To Kill a Kingdom" reimagines "The Little Mermaid" with a dark twist, featuring a deadly siren princess and a prince with a mission to steal her heart. Christo's narrative of redemption, love, and the search for humanity under the sea offers a gripping and enchanting read for fans of morally complex characters, much like those in "The Shadows Between Us."
Genres: Fantasy, Young Adult, Retellings, Adventure
After reading: Readers will find themselves immersed in a world of underwater kingdoms, grappling with the notion of monstrous deeds for the sake of survival and the possibility of redemption.
📘 Wicked Saints by Emily A. Duncan
Rating: 3.69 / 5 (19,073 ratings), Published: 2019
When to read it: When you seek a dark and atmospheric tale of magic, gods, and characters facing their inner demons.
"Wicked Saints" follows a girl with the ability to speak to gods, a prince harboring dark secrets, and a powerful blood mage in a war-torn world. Duncan's story delves into themes of sacrifice, faith, and the blurred lines between good and evil, offering a hauntingly beautiful narrative that will resonate with fans of complex character dynamics in "The Shadows Between Us."
Genres: Fantasy, Young Adult, Dark Fantasy, Magic
After reading: Readers will be left contemplating the intricacies of power, the nature of sacrifice, and the fine line between heroism and villainy.