Uprooted

Written by the same author, this novel shares the folklore-infused, atmospheric storytelling and the exploration of strong, resourceful women navigating dangerous magical bargains. It captures the same wintry, fairy-tale quality that made Uprooted so immersive.

This book features a young woman who must protect her village from ancient, encroaching evil, mirroring Agnieszka's journey in Uprooted. Its heavy reliance on Slavic folklore and its chilling, wintry setting provide a very similar reading experience.

Fans of the character-driven growth in Uprooted will appreciate this lyrical reimagining of a mythological figure finding her own power. It shares the themes of isolation, mastering one's own magic, and the tension between human and divine forces.

While set in a school rather than a forest, this book features Novik's signature sharp-witted heroine and a complex, dangerous magic system. It shares the 'us against the world' mentality and the reluctant partnership dynamics found in Uprooted.

This sequel deepens the exploration of a girl defying societal expectations to use her magical gifts, much like Agnieszka. It maintains the lush, fairy-tale prose and the high-stakes confrontation with dark, ancient forces.

This book captures the classic, whimsical yet slightly perilous feeling of a traditional fairy tale brought to life. It shares the sense of wonder and the journey into a hidden, magical realm that Uprooted readers often seek.

While lighter in tone, this book shares the core theme of finding one's family and place in the world through magical circumstances. Readers who loved the found-family elements and the focus on protecting the vulnerable in Uprooted will find this deeply satisfying.

This novel features a protagonist with a unique, dangerous power who must navigate complex political landscapes and personal growth. It mirrors the 'chosen' aspect of Uprooted and the struggle to control one's own destiny amidst external pressures.

For those who appreciated the dark, folkloric roots of Uprooted, this retelling of Koschei the Deathless provides a mature, atmospheric, and deeply magical experience. It blends history with myth in a way that feels both grounded and ethereal.

This classic fantasy novel features a powerful sorceress living in isolation, whose life is upended by the arrival of the outside world. It shares the quiet, magical intensity and the focus on a female protagonist's mastery of her craft found in Novik's work.