Discover books similar to "The War of the Flowers"

Neil Gaiman

Anansi Boys

If you enjoyed the blend of fantasy and reality in 'The War of the Flowers', you'll love 'Anansi Boys' by Neil Gaiman. This novel follows the story of Fat Charlie Nancy, a shy and unassuming man who discovers he has a brother, Spider, who is the complete opposite of him. Spider is charismatic, confident, and has some very unusual abilities, thanks to their father, Anansi, the West African trickster god. As Fat Charlie learns more about his family's past, he finds himself drawn into a world of magic, myth, and danger.

Neil Gaiman

American Gods

Another great choice for fans of 'The War of the Flowers' is 'American Gods' by Neil Gaiman. This award-winning novel explores the idea that gods and mythological creatures exist because people believe in them. The story follows Shadow Moon, a recently released convict who becomes the bodyguard of the mysterious Mr. Wednesday, who is actually the Norse god Odin. As they travel across America, Shadow is drawn into a brewing war between the old gods and the new, as well as his own personal demons.

Susanna Clarke

Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell

If you enjoyed the historical setting and magical realism of 'The War of the Flowers', you'll love 'Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell' by Susanna Clarke. This novel is set in early 19th century England, where magic has all but disappeared, until the reclusive Mr Norrell reveals his abilities and becomes a celebrity. He takes on Jonathan Strange as his student, and together they bring magic back into fashion, with unintended consequences.

Erin Morgenstern

The Night Circus

For readers who loved the enchanting and dreamlike quality of 'The War of the Flowers', 'The Night Circus' by Erin Morgenstern is a must-read. This novel tells the story of a magical circus that appears without warning and disappears just as suddenly, leaving behind a trail of wonder and mystery. The circus is the setting for a duel between two young magicians, Celia and Marco, who have been trained since childhood to compete against each other, without knowing the stakes or the rules.

Helene Wecker

The Golem and the Jinni

If you enjoyed the mythical creatures and epic scope of 'The War of the Flowers', you'll love 'The Golem and the Jinni' by Helene Wecker. This novel is set in 1899 New York City, where a golem, a creature made of clay and brought to life by a Jewish rabbi, and a jinni, a fire spirit from the Middle East, try to navigate their new lives in a world full of wonder and danger. As they struggle to find their place in the world, they also have to deal with their own desires and fears.

China Miéville

The City & the City

For readers who enjoyed the imaginative world-building and complex plot of 'The War of the Flowers', 'The City & The City' by China Miéville is a great choice. This novel is set in two cities, Besźel and Ul Qoma, which occupy the same physical space but are separate and distinct entities, with their own governments, cultures, and histories. The story follows a detective who is investigating a murder that crosses the boundary between the two cities, and has to navigate the treacherous waters of politics, identity, and perception.

Donna Tartt

The Secret History

If you enjoyed the dark and atmospheric tone of 'The War of the Flowers', you'll love 'The Secret History' by Donna Tartt. This novel is a psychological thriller that follows a group of classics students at a small liberal arts college in Vermont, who become obsessed with the occult and the ancient rituals of the Greek gods. As they delve deeper into the mysteries of the past, they unleash forces that they cannot control, with deadly consequences.

Katherine Howe

The Physick Book of Deliverance Dane

For readers who enjoyed the blend of history and magic in 'The War of the Flowers', 'The Physick Book of Deliverance Dane' by Katherine Howe is a great choice. This novel is set in Salem, Massachusetts, and follows a graduate student named Connie Goodwin, who is researching the history of witchcraft in New England. As she uncovers the secrets of her own family's past, she also discovers a book of spells and incantations that has been passed down through the generations, and finds herself drawn into a world of magic and danger.

N.K. Jemisin

The Hundred Thousand Kingdoms

If you enjoyed the epic scope and imaginative world-building of 'The War of the Flowers', you'll love 'The Hundred Thousand Kingdoms' by N.K. Jemisin. This novel is set in a world where gods and mortals coexist, and where power is measured in the number of gods one can control. The story follows a young woman named Yeine Darr, who is thrust into the political intrigue and deadly games of the ruling families, as she tries to uncover the truth about her mother's death and her own destiny.

Poul Anderson

The Broken Sword

For readers who enjoyed the sword and sorcery elements of 'The War of the Flowers', 'The Broken Sword' by Poul Anderson is a classic choice. This novel is set in a world of Vikings, elves, and trolls, and follows the story of Skafloc, a human raised by elves, who must choose between his loyalty to his adoptive family and his heritage. As he embarks on a quest to recover a stolen sword, he encounters a host of mythical creatures and faces challenges that test his courage and strength.