Hungerstone

Fans of "Hungerstone" will adore the intricate historical fantasy setting of 1889 Paris, where a diverse found family embarks on dangerous quests involving ancient artifacts and secret societies. It shares "Hungerstone"'s blend of historical detail, magical mystery, and high-stakes adventure with a strong ensemble cast.

Readers who enjoyed the perilous magical school and survival elements in "Hungerstone" will be captivated by the Scholomance, a dark and dangerous institution where failure means death. El, a powerful but cynical magic-user, navigates deadly challenges and uncovers deep secrets, echoing "Hungerstone"'s intense atmosphere and strong female lead.

This book offers a similar blend of historical-feeling fantasy, a magical institution (a library of sentient grimoires), and a determined heroine thrust into a world of dark magic and dangerous secrets. The atmospheric setting and high-stakes quest for truth will resonate strongly with fans of "Hungerstone."

For those who appreciate the darker, more mysterious aspects of "Hungerstone" and its secret societies, "Ninth House" delves into the shadowy world of Yale's secret societies and their illicit magical practices. It features a complex protagonist with a unique ability, uncovering a murder mystery amidst a backdrop of privilege and power.

This series offers a vibrant, fast-paced adventure across multiple magical Londons, featuring a powerful protagonist who smuggles magic between worlds and a resourceful thief. Fans of "Hungerstone"'s magical intrigue and dynamic characters will appreciate the intricate world-building and high-stakes quest to save reality.

Readers drawn to "Hungerstone"'s historical magical setting and strong female lead will find a kindred spirit in Vasya, a girl who can see spirits in medieval Russia. This book beautifully blends historical detail with enchanting folklore and a sense of growing danger, exploring themes of tradition versus change and inner strength.

If the intricate magic system and political machinations of "Hungerstone" appealed to you, "Foundryside" presents a unique magic based on "scriving" – rewriting reality – and a clever protagonist who uses it for heists. It's a thrilling adventure with deep world-building and a strong sense of rebellion against powerful forces.

This series offers a delightful blend of adventure, mystery, and a secret organization dedicated to collecting books from alternate realities. Irene, a professional spy-librarian, navigates dangerous magical worlds, political intrigue, and hidden enemies, providing a similar feel of secret societies and high-stakes missions to "Hungerstone."

For those who enjoyed the alternate history and subtle, intricate magic of "Hungerstone," this novel presents a richly detailed 19th-century England where magic is slowly returning. It's a complex, atmospheric tale of rival magicians, political maneuvering, and the hidden costs of power, offering a deep dive into a historical world touched by the fantastical.

Fans who appreciated the strong, unconventional female lead, dark atmosphere, and underlying mystery of "Hungerstone" will be drawn to this unique blend of sci-fi and fantasy. It features sword fighting necromancers, a decaying gothic mansion, and a deadly locked-room mystery, all with a sharp, witty narrative voice.