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The Cruel Prince

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The Cruel Prince

by Holly Black

We found 9 books with similar themes, writing style, and atmosphere. Each one hand-picked for readers who couldn't put down The Cruel Prince.

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A Court of Thorns and Roses

Sarah J. Maas

2013
4.2
34 editions

This book features a human girl who is drawn into the dangerous and alluring world of fae courts, mirroring the political intrigue and forbidden romance of The Cruel Prince.

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From Blood and Ash

Jennifer L. Armentrout

2020
4.2
7 editions

It offers a similar blend of dark fantasy, a strong female protagonist navigating a treacherous supernatural world, and a captivating enemies-to-lovers dynamic.

Serpent and Dove
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Serpent and Dove

Shelby Mahurin

2019
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5 editions

Readers will find a compelling mix of magic, forbidden romance, and a determined heroine trying to survive in a world where she is hunted.

An enchantment of ravens
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An enchantment of ravens

Margaret Rogerson

2017
4.2
2 editions

This story delves into the dangerous beauty of the fae and a human girl's entanglement with them, featuring a similar lyrical prose and high stakes.

The Folk of the Air Series 3 Books Collection Set By Holly Black
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The Folk of the Air Series 3 Books Collection Set By Holly Black

Holly Black

2019
4.2
1 edition

If you enjoyed the first book, this sequel continues Jude's journey through the treacherous fae courts with even more political maneuvering and complex relationships.

Gild
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Gild

Raven Kennedy

2020
4.2
4 editions

This novel shares the theme of a mortal woman trapped in a gilded cage by a powerful, alluring fae king, exploring themes of control and rebellion.

The Night Circus
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The Night Circus

Erin Morgenstern

2011
4.2
37 editions

While less focused on fae politics, it captures a similar sense of dark, enchanting magic and a captivating, mysterious atmosphere.

The Bear and the Nightingale
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The Bear and the Nightingale

Katherine Arden

2017
4.2
10 editions

It immerses readers in a richly detailed world of folklore and magic with a strong female protagonist facing supernatural threats and societal expectations.

Daughter of Smoke and Bone
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Daughter of Smoke and Bone

Laini Taylor

2001
4.2
33 editions

This book features forbidden love between warring supernatural factions and a richly imagined world with a unique magic system.

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