📚 Books to Read After Witchcraft For Wayward Girls
Just finished witchcraft for wayward girls? Here are 5 magical next reads curated just for you:
📘 The Astonishing Color of After by Emily X.R. Pan
Rating: 4.18 / 5 (14,696 ratings), Published: 2018
When to read it: When you're navigating complex emotions or seeking solace in stories that blend reality with a touch of magic.
This poignant novel follows Leigh as she grapples with grief, using art and vivid imagery to process her emotions. With themes of family, love, and coping with loss, this book beautifully weaves together the mystical and the mundane, much like "Witchcraft for Wayward Girls".
Genres: Young Adult, Magical Realism, Contemporary, Mental Health
After reading: Readers will feel a deep appreciation for the healing power of art and the importance of confronting and embracing their emotions.
📘 The Rules of Magic by Alice Hoffman
Rating: 3.98 / 5 (40,493 ratings), Published: 2017
When to read it: Amidst the need for a captivating escape tied to themes of destiny, family secrets, and the allure of the mystical.
Set in the same enchanting world as Hoffman's beloved "Practical Magic", this prequel immerses readers in the Owens family's captivating history of love, magic, and the inevitable tug of fate. Those who enjoyed the blend of magic and heart in "Witchcraft for Wayward Girls" will find this a spellbinding continuation.
Genres: Fantasy, Historical Fiction, Romance, Family Drama
After reading: Readers will be enveloped in a sense of destiny and the interconnectedness of family, feeling a renewed appreciation for the power of love and the magic within their own lineage.
📘 The Power by Naomi Alderman
Rating: 3.87 / 5 (170,644 ratings), Published: 2016
When to read it: During moments of contemplation on societal norms, power dynamics, and the potential for radical change.
In this electrifying speculative fiction, Alderman explores a world where women develop the ability to emit powerful electric shocks, shifting the global power structure. Thought-provoking and impactful, this gripping narrative challenges traditional gender roles and authority, resonating with the themes of empowerment and transformation found in "Witchcraft for Wayward Girls".
Genres: Science Fiction, Dystopian, Feminism, Social Commentary
After reading: Readers will feel empowered to question existing power structures and reflect on the complexities of gender and authority in society.
📘 The Mercies by Kiran Millwood Hargrave
Rating: 4.08 / 5 (19,172 ratings), Published: 2020
When to read it: When you're drawn to stories of resilience, female strength, and historical injustices.
Set in 17th-century Norway, this haunting historical fiction follows a community grappling with accusations of witchcraft and the power of women who dare to defy societal norms. With its evocative prose and themes of persecution and sisterhood, this novel resonates deeply with the themes of empowerment and rebellion in "Witchcraft for Wayward Girls".
Genres: Historical Fiction, Feminism, LGBTQ+, Women's Fiction
After reading: Readers will be moved by the resilience of women in the face of adversity, inspired to stand against injustice, and reminded of the enduring power of solidarity and strength in unity.
📘 The Once and Future Witches by Alix E. Harrow
Rating: 4.10 / 5 (33,881 ratings), Published: 2020
When to read it: When you crave a tale of sisterhood, magic, and the fight for equality in the face of adversity.
Set in an alternate New Salem during the suffragette movement, this enchanting historical fantasy follows three sisters as they rekindle the ancient art of witchcraft to secure women's rights. Filled with lyrical prose and themes of empowerment, rebellion, and the bonds of family, this book echoes the defiance and magic of "Witchcraft for Wayward Girls".
Genres: Fantasy, Historical Fiction, Feminism, LGBTQ+
After reading: Readers will feel emboldened to pursue their own path to liberation, inspired by the strength of women who refuse to be silenced and the magic that arises from unity and determination.