12 hand-picked fantasy and historical fantasy books curated by NextBookAfter.
For fans of Evangeline's magical bargains and heart-wrenching romance, Divine Rivals offers a spellbinding tale of rival journalists entangled in a war of gods, where enchanted letters ignite a slow-burn enemies-to-lovers arc amid perilous secrets and divine intrigue.
For fans of Among the Burning Flowers who crave epic tales of destiny, identity, and power in richly imagined worlds, this queer reimagining of historical China delivers fierce protagonists challenging fate amid political upheaval and personal transformation.
For fans of ironic twists on legendary tales, this gender-bending reimagining of a historical epic delivers ambitious heroes grappling with destiny and identity in a world of crumbling empires, blending sharp wit, queer undertones, and philosophical depth much like Grossman's Arthurian subversion.
For fans of Vilest Things' blend of political scheming, identity fluidity, and queer undertones in a speculative world, this offers a gripping tale of ambition and destiny in a reimagined historical China, where moral ambiguity and high-stakes power plays drive flawed protagonists toward empire-shaking destinies.
For fans of the seductive intrigue and vengeful empowerment in A Song to Drown Rivers, this clever reimagining of China's Three Kingdoms era delivers a sharp-witted heroine navigating warlord politics and strategic betrayals, with just enough romantic tension to keep hearts racing.
If you loved diving into Alan Moore's shadowy, magic-infused alternate London with its eccentric rogues and occult dangers, this seafaring historical fantasy delivers a similar thrill of rediscovering a legendary pirate captain pulled back into a world of mythical beasts, sorcerous intrigues, and high-stakes adventure in the medieval Indian Ocean.
For fans of H. Rider Haggard's 'She' who crave another thrilling plunge into mystical realms and ancient enigmas, 'The Anubis Gates' offers a whirlwind adventure through time and Egyptian lore, blending supernatural intrigue with high-stakes exploration in a way that echoes the immortal allure and perilous quests of Ayesha's hidden world.
For readers enchanted by Addie LaRue's timeless wanderings and poignant search for connection, this tale of two mythical beings forging an unlikely bond in turn-of-the-century New York offers a similarly haunting blend of immortality, cultural isolation, and slow-burning romance amid historical splendor.
For fans of The Night Circus's enchanting blend of magic, fate, and slow-burn romance, this tale offers a similarly atmospheric exploration of immortality and forgotten dreams, where a woman's curse becomes a canvas for timeless love and self-discovery.
For fans of Sheever's intimate diary of poisons and personal vendettas, this book offers a spellbinding tale of sister witches weaving magic and rebellion in a historical setting, capturing similar atmospheric intrigue, moral complexities, and subtle empowerment through forbidden arts.
For fans of The Familiar's blend of historical persecution, hidden magic, and forbidden romance, this debut delivers a gripping tale of cultural clashes and personal redemption in a folklore-rich world inspired by Hungarian history and Jewish mythology.
For fans of Deborah Harkness's blend of witchcraft, family legacies, and historical depth, 'Weyward' offers a captivating multi-generational tale of resilient women harnessing hidden powers against patriarchal constraints, weaving magic with themes of inheritance and empowerment.