Discover books similar to "Matchmakers Underground" series

Erika Swyler

The Book of Speculation

This is a literary novel that tells the story of a young librarian named Simon who discovers a book that may hold the key to his family's mysterious history of drowning. As he delves deeper into the book, he finds himself drawn into a world of circus performers, tarot card readers, and mermaids. Like Matchmakers Underground, this book features a unique blend of magic, history, and family secrets.

Katherine Howe

The Physick Book of Deliverance Dane

This is a historical novel that follows the story of a young woman named Connie who discovers a centuries-old book of spells while cleaning out her grandmother's house. As she delves deeper into the book's secrets, she finds herself drawn into a world of witchcraft, Puritans, and hidden treasure. Like Matchmakers Underground, this book combines elements of history, magic, and romance.

Paula Brackston

The Witch's Daughter

This is a historical novel that tells the story of a young woman named Bess who is accused of witchcraft in 17th century England. She manages to escape, but is forced to spend the next three centuries on the run, always looking over her shoulder. Like Matchmakers Underground, this book features a strong female protagonist, elements of magic, and a sense of history and tradition.

Erin Morgenstern

The Night Circus

This is a fantasy novel that tells the story of a magical circus that appears without warning and disappears just as suddenly. At the center of the circus is a rivalry between two young magicians, Celia and Marco, who fall in love despite the fact that their mentors have been feuding for centuries. Like Matchmakers Underground, this book features a unique blend of magic, romance, and historical detail.

Eowyn Ivey

The Snow Child

This is a historical novel set in 1920s Alaska, where a childless couple builds a snowman that comes to life. Like Matchmakers Underground, this book features a strong sense of place, a touch of magic, and a focus on the relationships between characters.

Helene Wecker

The Golem and the Jinni

This is a historical fantasy novel that tells the story of a golem and a jinni who are both stranded in 1899 New York City. As they navigate their new lives, they discover that they have more in common than they initially thought. Like Matchmakers Underground, this book features a unique blend of magic, history, and cultural detail.

Neil Gaiman

The Ocean at the End of the Lane

This is a fantasy novel that tells the story of a man who returns to his childhood home and is drawn into a world of magic and danger. Like Matchmakers Underground, this book features a strong sense of place, a touch of magic, and a focus on the relationships between characters.

Sarah Perry

The Essex Serpent

This is a historical novel set in 19th century England, where a young widow becomes obsessed with the legend of a mythical creature that is said to haunt the Essex coast. Like Matchmakers Underground, this book features a strong sense of place, a touch of magic, and a focus on the relationships between characters.