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C.W. Gortner

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This historical novel tells the story of Catherine de Medici, the powerful queen of France, and offers a rich exploration of power, gender, and identity, much like 'The Mists of Avalon'.

Philippa Gregory

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This historical novel tells the story of three women who are connected to the infamous Henry VIII, and it offers a complex and nuanced exploration of power, gender, and identity, much like 'The Mists of Avalon'.

T.H. White

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A classic retelling of the Arthurian legends, this book offers a deep exploration of the themes of power, justice, and the human condition, much like 'The Mists of Avalon'.

Mary Stewart

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This is the second book in Stewart's series about Merlin and Arthur, and it shares the same richly detailed world-building and complex characterizations as 'The Mists of Avalon'.

Mary Stewart

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The first book in Stewart's series about Merlin and Arthur, 'The Crystal Cave' is a must-read for fans of 'The Mists of Avalon', offering a fresh perspective on the legendary figures.

Anita Diamant

The Red Tent

This novel tells the story of the biblical figure Dinah and offers a powerful exploration of women's lives, power, and community, much like 'The Mists of Avalon'.

Kathleen Kent

The Heretic's Daughter

This historical novel is set in 17th-century Massachusetts and follows a young woman who must navigate a world of fear, persecution, and power, much like the characters in 'The Mists of Avalon'.

Ken Follett

The Pillars of the Earth

This epic historical novel is set in 12th-century England and follows a range of characters as they navigate a world of power, politics, and religion, much like the characters in 'The Mists of Avalon'.