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Among Others by Jo Walton

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In Among Others, did you enjoy ...

... the blend of subtle, loosely-defined magic with real-world settings?

The Ocean at the End of the Lane by Neil Gaiman

If you loved how Among Others weaves mysterious, almost ambiguous magic into Morwenna's everyday life, you'll be drawn into The Ocean at the End of the Lane. Here, a man revisiting his childhood confronts otherworldly forces that are never fully explained, immersing you in a story where magic is felt more than seen—much like the fairies and rituals that blur the line between fantasy and reality for Mor.

... a narrative told through diary entries, giving an intimate perspective?

The Diary of a Young Girl by Anne Frank

If Morwenna's deeply personal diary in Among Others made you feel like you were living her journey alongside her, The Diary of a Young Girl offers another raw, first-person narrative. Anne's honest reflections and everyday details provide a similar sense of immediacy and emotional connection, letting you experience her world through her eyes and thoughts.

... the growth of a young protagonist as they come of age and discover their place in a magical world?

A Wizard of Earthsea by Ursula K. Le Guin

If you appreciated Morwenna's journey from trauma and self-doubt to self-acceptance in Among Others, you'll find Ged's story in A Wizard of Earthsea equally compelling. The novel follows Ged as he learns to harness his magical abilities and confronts the consequences of his actions, capturing that blend of personal growth and magical discovery.

... an intimate, psychological exploration of a character's inner life and struggles?

Never Let Me Go by Kazuo Ishiguro

If you were moved by Morwenna's introspective voice and her struggles with grief, isolation, and hope in Among Others, Never Let Me Go offers a similarly poignant inner journey. Kathy's narration delves deeply into memory, longing, and the search for meaning in a world that doesn't always make sense, providing that same emotional and psychological depth.

... a story focused on a small cast of characters and a limited, atmospheric setting?

The Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson Burnett

If you enjoyed how Among Others keeps its scope intimate—centering on Morwenna's life, her family, and her school—The Secret Garden offers another beautifully contained world. Mary Lennox's transformation unfolds within the boundaries of a mysterious estate, with a small group of memorable characters, evoking the same sense of closeness and personal discovery.

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