📚 Books to Read After Vengeance Of The Pirate Queen
Just finished vengeance of the pirate queen? Here are 5 magical next reads curated just for you:
📘 The Mermaid and Mrs. Hancock by Imogen Hermes Gowar
Rating: 3.67 / 5 (16,464 ratings), Published: 2018
When to read it: When you want to dive into a richly detailed historical setting and explore themes of love, sacrifice, and unexpected connections.
Set in 1785 London, this novel intertwines the lives of a merchant, a courtesan, and a mysterious mermaid. With lush prose and captivating storytelling, it delves into the complexities of human desires and societal expectations, inviting you to ponder the price of freedom and the depths of loneliness.
Genres: Historical Fiction, Fantasy, Romance
After reading: You'll be left with a sense of enchantment and a renewed appreciation for the intricacies of human relationships and the enduring power of hope.
📘 The Bone Ships by RJ Barker
Rating: 4.11 / 5 (4,663 ratings), Published: 2019
When to read it: When you crave high-seas adventures with a dark, fantastical twist and a strong focus on the bonds of loyalty and honor.
In a world where ships are made from dragons' bones and sea dragons are coveted treasures, this novel follows a crew of outcasts on a mission that could change the fate of the realms. With vibrant world-building and morally complex characters, it's a gripping tale of redemption, sacrifice, and the enduring power of resilience.
Genres: Fantasy, Adventure, Sea Fiction
After reading: You'll feel a surge of adrenaline from the thrilling battles at sea, alongside a deepened respect for the strength found in unlikely allies and the resilience of the human spirit.
📘 Circe by Madeline Miller
Rating: 4.32 / 5 (440,369 ratings), Published: 2018
When to read it: When you're in the mood for a mythological journey that explores the complexities of power, identity, and self-discovery.
This reimagining of the story of Circe, the enchantress from Greek mythology, weaves a mesmerizing narrative of magic, love, and transformation. Through lyrical prose and a fiercely independent protagonist, it delves into the nuances of agency, belonging, and the eternal search for one's true purpose in a world of gods and mortals.
Genres: Mythology, Fantasy, Historical Fiction
After reading: You'll be left with a profound sense of empowerment and a renewed belief in the transformative nature of embracing one's own strengths and vulnerabilities.
📘 The Unbroken by C.L. Clark
Rating: 4.06 / 5 (2,026 ratings), Published: 2021
When to read it: When you're ready for a politically charged and morally compelling tale that challenges perceptions of duty, loyalty, and justice.
This epic fantasy follows a soldier and a princess on opposite sides of a colonial conflict, each grappling with their own loyalties and desires for a better world. Through intricate world-building and nuanced character development, it explores themes of power, resistance, and the complexities of forging alliances in the face of adversity.
Genres: Fantasy, LGBTQ+, Political Fiction
After reading: You'll find yourself contemplating the blurred lines between right and wrong, and the enduring power of hope in the most challenging of circumstances.
📘 Queen of the Conquered by Kacen Callender
Rating: 3.74 / 5 (3,792 ratings), Published: 2019
When to read it: When you're drawn to a dark and immersive tale of power, privilege, and the price of vengeance.
Set in a Caribbean-inspired world of colonizers and the colonized, this novel follows a vengeful protagonist on a quest for justice and retribution. With themes of oppression, manipulation, and the cost of wielding power, it offers a thought-provoking exploration of the lengths one will go to seek redress in a world built on exploitation and inequality.
Genres: Fantasy, Political Fiction, Revenge
After reading: You'll be left pondering the complexities of justice, power dynamics, and the enduring legacy of choices made in the pursuit of retribution.