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Gregory Maguire

Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West

If you enjoyed The Wicked Years series, you might like to delve deeper into the backstory of Elphaba, the Wicked Witch of the West, with the first book in the series. This novel offers a fresh perspective on the Land of Oz, exploring the social and political issues that shaped Elphaba's life.

Gregory Maguire

Son of a Witch

The second book in The Wicked Years series focuses on Liir, the son of the Wicked Witch. This novel continues the exploration of the fantastical world of Oz, delving into the complex relationships between its characters and the consequences of their actions.

Gregory Maguire

A Lion Among Men

The third book in The Wicked Years series tells the story of Brr, a former royal lion bodyguard who is haunted by his past. This novel offers a unique perspective on the events of the first two books, shedding light on the motivations and histories of the series' characters.

Catherynne M. Valente

The Girl Who Circumnavigated Fairyland in a Ship of Her Own Making

If you enjoyed the fantastical world-building and complex characters of The Wicked Years series, you might enjoy this novel, which tells the story of a young girl who travels to Fairyland and must navigate its strange and dangerous world. This novel offers a fresh take on the fantasy genre, with a unique voice and imaginative world-building.

Erin Morgenstern

The Night Circus

This novel tells the story of a magical circus that appears without warning and disappears just as suddenly. The circus is the site of a competition between two young magicians, and the novel explores the consequences of their rivalry. This novel offers a unique blend of magic, romance, and historical fiction, with a richly detailed world that will appeal to fans of The Wicked Years series.

Susanna Clarke

Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell

This novel tells the story of two magicians in 19th-century England who seek to bring magic back to the country. The novel explores the relationship between the two magicians, as well as their struggles with the darker aspects of magic. This novel offers a richly detailed world, with a unique blend of historical fiction and fantasy that will appeal to fans of The Wicked Years series.

Helene Wecker

The Golem and the Jinni

This novel tells the story of a golem and a jinni who are brought to life in 19th-century New York City. The novel explores their struggles to navigate the human world, as well as their unlikely friendship. This novel offers a unique blend of historical fiction, fantasy, and mythology, with a richly detailed world that will appeal to fans of The Wicked Years series.

Erika Johansen

The Queen of the Tearling

This novel tells the story of a young queen who must navigate the dangerous political landscape of her kingdom. The novel explores the challenges of leadership, as well as the consequences of power. This novel offers a richly detailed world, with a unique blend of fantasy and historical fiction that will appeal to fans of The Wicked Years series.

Katherine Arden

The Bear and the Nightingale

This novel tells the story of a young girl who has the ability to see and communicate with spirits. The novel explores her relationship with the spirits, as well as the challenges of growing up in a world where magic is feared and misunderstood. This novel offers a unique blend of historical fiction, fantasy, and fairy tale, with a richly detailed world that will appeal to fans of The Wicked Years series.