Discover books similar to "The Shamer Chronicles" series

Kelly Barnhill

The Girl Who Drank the Moon

This Newbery Medal winner tells the story of a girl who accidentally gains magical powers from consuming moonlight as a baby. Raised in a magical forest, she must navigate her newfound abilities and the secrets of her town. Like 'The Shamer Chronicles,' this book features a strong female protagonist and explores themes of identity, power, and community.

Holly Black

The Iron Trial

In this first book of the 'Magisterium' series, Callum Hunt is convinced that he will fail the Iron Trial, which will keep him from becoming a mage. However, he soon discovers that he has a unique talent that makes him a target. This series shares the magical worldbuilding and coming-of-age themes found in 'The Shamer Chronicles.'

Jaleigh Johnson

The Mark of the Dragonfly

Piper has always dreamed of seeing the faraway city of her father's stories, but when she stumbles upon a girl with a rare and dangerous gift, she finds herself on a perilous journey. This book shares the imaginative worldbuilding and adventurous spirit of 'The Shamer Chronicles,' with a focus on friendship and bravery.

Ransom Riggs

The Peculiar

In this standalone novel, set in Edwardian England, Bartholomew Kettle is an ordinary boy with an extraordinary gift. When he is kidnapped by a sinister physician, he must rely on his own wits and the help of a band of peculiar children to escape. This book shares the whimsical, magical worldbuilding and coming-of-age themes found in 'The Shamer Chronicles.'

Trenton Lee Stewart

The Mysterious Benedict Society

Four gifted orphans are recruited by the enigmatic Mr. Benedict to save the world from a nefarious plot. This series shares the clever, puzzle-solving aspects and the themes of friendship and teamwork found in 'The Shamer Chronicles.'

Sarah Prineas

The Magic Thief

In this series, Connwaer, a young pickpocket, steals a magical amulet from a wizard named Nevery, which leads to a series of adventures and discoveries. This series shares the magical worldbuilding and coming-of-age themes found in 'The Shamer Chronicles.'

Kazu Kibuishi

The Amulet series

In this graphic novel series, Emily and Navin move into their great-grandfather's house after their father's death, only to discover a magical amulet that leads them on a dangerous adventure. This series shares the magical worldbuilding and coming-of-age themes found in 'The Shamer Chronicles.'