Discover books similar to "Fern Capel" series

Marion Zimmer Bradley

The Mists of Avalon

If you enjoyed the blend of historical fiction and mythology in Fern Capel series, you'll love The Mists of Avalon. This novel retells the Arthurian legends from the perspective of the women, including Morgan le Fay, highlighting the religious and social tensions of the time.

Philippa Gregory

The Lady of the Rivers

Fans of Jan Siegel's strong female characters and historical settings will appreciate The Lady of the Rivers. This novel, part of the Cousins' War series, follows Jacquetta, Lady Rivers, a historical figure who was rumored to have practiced magic, as she navigates the tumultuous Wars of the Roses.

T.H. White

The Once and Future King

If you're interested in a fresh take on the Arthurian legends, similar to Fern Capel, try The Once and Future King. This novel explores the life of King Arthur, from his childhood to his final days, offering a unique blend of humor, tragedy, and social commentary.

Juliet Marillier

Daughter of the Forest

Readers who enjoyed the magical realism and coming-of-age themes in Fern Capel may find Daughter of the Forest appealing. This novel, the first in the Sevenwaters series, follows Sorcha, the seventh child of a Irish lord, as she uses her magical abilities to save her brothers from a curse.

Mary Stewart

The Hollow Hills

Fans of historical fiction and mythology will appreciate The Hollow Hills, the second book in Mary Stewart's Arthurian series. This novel delves into the early life of Merlin, exploring his relationship with the future King Arthur and the challenges they face in a world of political intrigue and supernatural forces.

Katherine Howe

The Physick Book of Deliverance Dane

If you're drawn to the blend of history, witchcraft, and mystery in Fern Capel, you may enjoy The Physick Book of Deliverance Dane. This novel follows a graduate student as she uncovers her family's secret past and a mysterious physick book in 17th-century Salem, Massachusetts.

Donna Tartt

The Secret History

Readers who appreciate the psychological depth and complex characters in Fern Capel may find The Secret History intriguing. This novel follows a group of classics students at a small college as they become embroiled in a murder and the darker aspects of human nature.

W. Somerset Maugham

The Painted Veil

If you enjoyed the rich historical settings and character development in Fern Capel, consider reading The Painted Veil. This novel explores the relationship between a British doctor and his unfaithful wife as they navigate the cultural complexities of 1920s China.

Sarah Perry

The Essex Serpent

Fans of Jan Siegel's atmospheric storytelling and exploration of social issues will appreciate The Essex Serpent. Set in 19th-century England, this novel follows a widow who moves to a small village rumored to be haunted by a mythical creature, exploring themes of science, religion, and love.

Kathleen Kent

The Heretic's Daughter

Readers who enjoyed the historical fiction and strong female characters in Fern Capel may find The Heretic's Daughter captivating. This novel tells the story of Martha Carrier, one of the first women executed in the Salem witch trials, and her daughter Sarah, who struggles to understand the events that led to her mother's death.