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Save:A delightfully inventive and heartwarming fantasy with quirky humor and lovable, imperfect characters - perfect if you enjoy magical escapism and a few twists on fairy tales!
In the land of Ingary, where such things as seven-league boots and cloaks of invisibility really exist, it is quite a misfortune to be born the eldest of three. Everyone knows you are the one who will... - #2
Save:Magical, witty, and delightfully British - a classic children’s fantasy that’s perfect for young readers or nostalgic grown-ups, even if it isn’t as flashy or fast-paced as newer favorites.
The first great change came about when their parents took them out for a day trip down the river in a paddle steamer. They set out in great style, Gwendolen and her mother in white dresses with ribbon... - #3
Save:A delightfully quirky, standalone adventure that riffs on Aladdin-style tales, with clever magic and surprises aplenty. Not quite the Howl-Sophie sequel some hope for, but well worth the ride if you're game for something different and fun.
Far to the south of the land of Ingary, in the Sultanates of Rashpuht, a young carpet merchant called Abdullah lived in the city of Zanzib. As merchants go, he was not rich. His father had been disapp...
(Also, see 100 recommendations for the series Howl's Moving Castle ) - #4
Save:A spellbinding fairy tale that’s equal parts dark, whimsical, and heartfelt - even if it rushes in spots. If you want magic with roots, a fierce heroine, and an enchanting atmosphere, “Uprooted” is a must-read.
Our Dragon doesn’t eat the girls he takes, no matter what stories they tell outside our valley. We hear them sometimes, from travelers passing through. They talk as though we were doing human sacrific... - #5
Save:A charming, quirky magical adventure perfect for fans of whimsical fantasy and flawed, relatable heroes. Not quite as dazzling as Howl’s Moving Castle, but still a delightful escape into Diana Wynne Jones’ enchanting world.
“Of course,” said Aunt Sempronia. “But he has—” Here she too lowered her voice. “He has a growth, you know, on his insides, and only the elves can help him. They have to carry him off in order to cure...
(Also, see 100 recommendations for the series Howl's Moving Castle ) - #6
Save:A sweet, magical Regency romance with quirky characters and cozy vibes - perfect for fans of light fantasy and fairy tales, but less likely to wow those wanting deep history or high drama.
Now, to be clear, Dora liked horses. She didn’t mind the occasional discussion on the subject of equine family trees. But Sir Albus had the most singular way of draining all normal sustenance from a c... - #7
Save:If you’re in the mood for a gentle, hopeful fantasy with lovable characters and a big heart, The House in the Cerulean Sea will leave you smiling. It’s like a cozy cup of tea - maybe a little sweet, but just what you need when you want to believe in a bit of magic and goodness.
That was an understatement. He watched in rapt wonder as an eleven-year-old girl named Daisy levitated blocks of wood high above her head. The blocks spun in slow, concentric circles. Daisy frowned in... - #8
Save:A charming, bittersweet fairy tale for adults - clever, magical, and a little dark. Perfect for fans of whimsical fantasy, but not quite as swashbuckling or romantic as the movie adaptation. Worth a read if you love modern spins on classic fairy tales.
Mr. Charles Dickens was serializing his novel OliverTwist; Mr. Draper had just taken the first photograph of the moon, freezing her pale face on cold paper; Mr. Morse had recently announced a way of t... - #9
Save:A delightful, funny, and empowering adventure that turns fairy tale tropes upside down. Great for young readers and anyone who appreciates a smart, un-princessy princess - just don't expect high drama or intense romance.
Linderwall was a large kingdom, just east of the Mountains of Morning, where philosophers were highly respected and the number five was fashionable. The climate was unremarkable. The knights kept thei... - #10
Save:A refreshingly original, atmospheric fantasy with intricate worldbuilding and a quietly compelling heroine - perfect for fans of slow-burn magic and courtly mysteries, but best for those who enjoy taking their time to wander through a story.
The Family Archives building, for example, was forever in a foul mood. It spent its days cracking, creaking, dripping, and puffing to express its disgruntlement. It didn’t like the drafts that made do...
