Discover books similar to "The Magicians"

Erin Morgenstern

The Night Circus

Prepare to be enchanted by this captivating tale of magic, love, and competition. The Night Circus is a mysterious circus that appears without warning and disappears just as suddenly, leaving audiences in awe of its magical acts and enchanted attractions. At the heart of the circus are two young magicians, Celia and Marco, who have been bound in a magical competition since childhood. As they grow older and their feelings for each other deepen, they must find a way to break free from the competition and create their own magic.

Deborah Harkness

A Discovery of Witches

If you loved the blend of magic and reality in The Magicians, you'll enjoy this series opener from Deborah Harkness. Diana Bishop, a historian and reluctant witch, discovers a magical manuscript in Oxford's Bodleian Library. When a vampire named Matthew Clairmont appears, Diana is drawn into a dangerous world of magic, mystery, and desire. Together, they must decipher the manuscript and unlock its secrets before it falls into the wrong hands.

Susanna Clarke

Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell

This Hugo Award-winning novel is a must-read for fans of The Magicians. Set in an alternate 19th-century England, it tells the story of two magicians, Gilbert Norrell and Jonathan Strange, who bring magic back to England. As they explore the limits of their powers, they become embroiled in a dangerous game of politics, magic, and mystery. With its intricate plotting, witty dialogue, and richly detailed world-building, this book is a delight from start to finish.

Katherine Howe

The Physick Book of Deliverance Dane

If you enjoyed the historical aspects of The Magicians, you'll love this novel from Katherine Howe. When graduate student Connie Goodwin is hired to catalog her grandmother's house for sale, she discovers a strange old book that may hold the key to a centuries-old witch trial. As she delves deeper into the history of Salem witch trials, she uncovers a dangerous secret that could put her own life in danger.

Helene Wecker

The Golem and the Jinni

This enchanting novel tells the story of two magical creatures, a golem and a jinni, who find themselves in 1899 New York City. As they navigate the challenges of living in a new world, they must also confront their own pasts and the secrets that brought them there. With its richly detailed world-building, lush prose, and unforgettable characters, this book is a must-read for fans of The Magicians.

Christopher Priest

The Prestige

If you loved the dark, twisted world of The Magicians, you'll enjoy this novel from Christopher Priest. Set in the world of Victorian magic, it tells the story of two rival magicians, Alfred Borden and Rupert Angier, who engage in a dangerous game of one-upmanship that leads to tragedy and betrayal. With its complex plotting, psychological insights, and exploration of the nature of magic, this book is a true masterpiece.

Neil Gaiman

The Ocean at the End of the Lane

This haunting novel from Neil Gaiman is a must-read for fans of The Magicians. When a man returns to his childhood home for a funeral, he is drawn back into the world of his past, where he encounters a mysterious girl named Lettie Hempstock. As they explore the hidden world of magic and danger that lies just beneath the surface of their small town, the man must confront his own memories and the secrets that have been buried there.

China Miéville

The City & the City

If you enjoyed the complex world-building of The Magicians, you'll love this novel from China Miéville. Set in the twin cities of Besźel and Ul Qoma, it tells the story of a detective who must solve a murder that crosses the boundary between the two cities. With its intricate plotting, political intrigue, and exploration of the nature of reality, this book is a true masterpiece.

Poul Anderson

The Broken Sword

This classic fantasy novel is a must-read for fans of The Magicians. Set in a world of Norse mythology, it tells the story of a human warrior and an elf queen who must work together to defeat a dark power that threatens to destroy their world. With its epic battles, complex characters, and exploration of the nature of magic, this book is a true masterpiece.

Susan Cooper

The Dark Is Rising

If you loved the sense of wonder and adventure in The Magicians, you'll enjoy this classic children's fantasy series. The Dark is Rising tells the story of a young boy named Will Stanton, who discovers that he is the last of the Old Ones, a group of powerful beings who must battle the forces of darkness. With its richly detailed world-building, memorable characters, and exploration of the power of myth and legend, this series is a true classic.

Donna Tartt

The Secret History

If you enjoyed the dark, twisted world of The Magicians, you'll love this novel from Donna Tartt. Set in a small liberal arts college in Vermont, it tells the story of a group of classics students who become obsessed with the occult and the power of ancient rituals. As they delve deeper into the world of magic, they uncover a dangerous secret that threatens to destroy them all. With its complex characters, psychological insights, and exploration of the nature of power and corruption, this book is a true masterpiece.