Half a Soul

The Night Circus

Erin Morgenstern

A magical romance that blends historical setting with fantastical elements. The book creates an immersive magical world with complex character relationships. It shares the enchanting magical atmosphere and romantic undertones of 'Half a Soul'. The intricate world-building and magical romance will appeal to fans of Atwater's debut.

The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue

V.E. Schwab

A magical story about a woman cursed to be forgotten by everyone she meets. The novel explores themes of identity and magical constraints similar to Dora's condition. It blends historical and magical elements with a deeply personal narrative. The unique magical premise and character development echo 'Half a Soul's' approach.

The House in the Cerulean Sea

TJ Klune

A heartwarming fantasy about found family and magical beings. The novel offers a similar blend of charm and magical elements. It features unconventional characters navigating a magical world. The book's warmth and whimsical approach mirror the tone of 'Half a Soul'.

A Deadly Education

Naomi Novik

A magical fantasy with a unique protagonist navigating a dangerous magical school. Like 'Half a Soul', it features a strong-willed heroine with an unusual magical condition. The book blends dark magic with witty narrative and unexpected character development. It offers a similar blend of magical world-building and character-driven storytelling.

Sorcery & Society

Molly Harper

A historical fantasy set in a magical version of Victorian England. The novel features a young woman navigating social constraints and magical challenges. It shares 'Half a Soul's' blend of magical elements with Regency-era social dynamics. The protagonist's wit and unconventional approach to society mirror Dora's character.

Spinning Silver

Naomi Novik

A fairy tale-inspired fantasy with strong female protagonists. The novel weaves magical elements into a richly detailed historical setting. Like 'Half a Soul', it features complex female characters challenging societal expectations. The magical realism and character-driven narrative create a similar enchanting atmosphere.

Howl's Moving Castle

Diana Wynne Jones

A whimsical fantasy with a unique magical premise and charming romance. The book features a protagonist transformed by magical circumstances. It shares the playful tone and magical transformation found in 'Half a Soul'. The witty narrative and magical world-building will appeal to fans of Atwater's style.

Winternight Trilogy

Katherine Arden

A historical fantasy set in magical Russia, featuring a strong female protagonist. The series blends folklore, magic, and historical setting. It shares the intricate magical world-building of 'Half a Soul'. The protagonist's journey and magical encounters create a similar enchanting narrative.

The Once and Future Witches

Alix E. Harrow

A magical historical novel about women challenging societal constraints. The book features powerful women navigating magical and social challenges. It shares the feminist undertones and magical elements of 'Half a Soul'. The blend of historical setting and magical narrative will appeal to fans of Atwater's work.

A Master of Djinn

P. Djèlí Clark

A magical alternate history set in a transformed Cairo. The novel blends historical setting with intricate magical systems. It shares the innovative magical world-building of 'Half a Soul'. The unique magical premise and strong character development create a similar engaging narrative.