Notebook - to the Stars That Listen

A Court of Thorns and Roses

Sarah J. Maas

The first book in the beloved fantasy romance series that inspired this notebook. Feyre, a human huntress, is drawn into a magical world of faeries after killing a wolf in the woods. She is taken to a mysterious land by Tamlin, a powerful faerie lord, as punishment. As she adapts to this new world, she discovers her own strength and a brewing conflict that threatens both human and faerie realms.

Throne of Glass

Sarah J. Maas

Another epic fantasy by Maas featuring a strong female protagonist. Celaena Sardothien, a young assassin, competes to become the King's Champion in a brutal tournament. She must navigate court politics, hidden magic, and her own complex past while fighting for her freedom. The book blends action, romance, and intricate world-building in a similar style to the Night Court aesthetic.

The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue

V.E. Schwab

A woman makes a Faustian bargain to live forever but is cursed to be forgotten by everyone she meets. She wanders through centuries, leaving no mark, until a miraculous encounter changes everything. The novel explores themes of memory, identity, and the power of being truly seen.

The Name of the Wind

Patrick Rothfuss

Kvothe, a legendary wizard, recounts his transformation from a young street performer to a powerful magician. The novel follows his education, adventures, and the mysteries of his past. Its lyrical storytelling and deep exploration of magic resonate with the Night Court's mystical atmosphere.

The Night Circus

Erin Morgenstern

A magical love story set in a mysterious traveling circus that only opens at night. Two young magicians, Celia and Marco, are bound in a competition of magical skill by their mentors. Their intricate magical duel becomes a breathtaking romance that transforms the circus itself. The atmospheric and dreamlike quality echoes the Night Court's enchanting aesthetic.

Spinning Silver

Naomi Novik

A reimagining of Rumpelstiltskin featuring multiple heroines who transform their lives through courage and magic. Miryem, a moneylender's daughter, becomes entangled with supernatural beings while trying to save her family. The novel weaves together folklore, female empowerment, and magical encounters in a lyrical narrative.

The Starless Sea

Erin Morgenstern

A complex, magical narrative about a graduate student who discovers a mysterious book that leads him to an underground world of stories. The novel explores interconnected narratives, magical realms, and the power of storytelling. Its dreamlike quality and intricate world-building echo the Night Court's aesthetic.

The Cruel Prince

Holly Black

Jude Duarte, a human girl, is trapped in the treacherous world of the faerie court after being raised in their realm. She must survive among dangerous and manipulative faeries by becoming politically cunning. The book explores power dynamics, court intrigue, and a protagonist fighting to belong in a magical world that doesn't want her.

Uprooted

Naomi Novik

Agnieszka is chosen by a powerful wizard to serve in his tower, discovering her own magical abilities in the process. She must protect her village from a malevolent, corrupting forest. The book blends folklore, magic, and a compelling coming-of-age story with lyrical prose.

A Darker Shade of Magic

V.E. Schwab

Kell is a magician who can travel between parallel Londons with different magical properties. He becomes entangled with a cross-dressing thief named Lila in a dangerous adventure. The novel features multiple magical worlds, complex characters, and a unique approach to fantasy storytelling.

An Enchantment of Ravens

Margaret Rogerson

A standalone fantasy novel about Isobel, a talented human painter who creates portraits for the dangerous fair folk. When she paints a weakness in the Autumn Prince, she is forced to journey to the faerie realm. The book explores the tension between humans and magical beings, with lyrical prose and a romantic subplot reminiscent of Night Court dynamics.

The Bear and the Nightingale

Katherine Arden

A magical tale set in medieval Russia, following Vasya, a young woman with supernatural abilities. She can communicate with household spirits and must protect her village from dark forces. The atmospheric writing and exploration of folklore create a rich, immersive world that resonates with the Night Court's mystical aesthetic.

Mistborn: The Final Empire

Brandon Sanderson

In a world where certain people can use metal-based magic, a street urchin named Vin discovers her powerful abilities. She joins a rebellion against an immortal emperor, learning to harness her magical skills. The novel features a unique magic system and a revolution against an oppressive regime.

Caraval

Stephanie Garber

A magical performance where the line between game and reality blurs completely. Scarlett Dragna enters Caraval, a once-a-year performance where the audience participates in the story. She must navigate a mysterious game to save her sister, encountering magic, romance, and unexpected twists. The immersive, dream-like world shares the fantastical elements of the Night Court.

Shadow and Bone

Leigh Bardugo

Alina Starkov discovers she possesses a rare magical power that could save her war-torn country. She is taken to train with the Grisha, a magical elite, and must navigate court politics and her own emerging abilities. The book features a unique magic system and a protagonist discovering her extraordinary potential.

Graceling

Kristin Cashore

In a world where certain people are born with extraordinary skills called Graces, Katsa possesses a deadly fighting ability. She struggles with her power and societal expectations, eventually embarking on a quest that challenges the kingdom's corrupt rulers. The novel features a strong female protagonist discovering her own agency and power.