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Atlan by Jane Gaskell

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In Atlan, did you enjoy ...

... the presence of richly depicted, strong female protagonists in a mythic ancient world?

Daughter of the Forest by Juliet Marillier

If you were captivated by Cija's resilience and growth as she navigates perilous courts and ancient lands, you'll be drawn into Daughter of the Forest. Sorcha, the heroine, faces impossible trials and personal sacrifice in a lushly imagined ancient Ireland, offering a similarly immersive journey of strength and survival.

... an epic, sweeping scope across generations and vast landscapes?

The Mists of Avalon by Marion Zimmer Bradley

If you relished the grand, ancient sweep of Atlan—from lost civilizations to wars and dynasties—you'll love The Mists of Avalon. Bradley's retelling of Arthurian legend spans decades and weaves together the destinies of powerful women, encompassing epic battles, shifting alliances, and the fate of kingdoms.

... detailed, immersive worldbuilding with lost civilizations and intricate cultures?

Tigana by Guy Gavriel Kay

If the vivid, ancient world of Atlan drew you in with its complex societies and magical landscapes, Tigana will enchant you. Kay’s novel meticulously builds the culture, history, and politics of a conquered land, immersing you in a world where memory and identity are as fragile as magic itself.

... morally complex protagonists navigating intrigue and betrayal?

Kushiel's Dart by Jacqueline Carey

If you were fascinated by Cija’s morally ambiguous choices and the treacherous court politics of Atlan, you’ll be swept away by Phèdre in Kushiel’s Dart. Carey’s heroine operates in a world of shifting loyalties and dubious ethics, where seduction and betrayal are tools of survival.

... lyrical, flowery prose and mythic atmosphere?

The Forgotten Beasts Of Eld by Patricia A. McKillip

If you were enchanted by the lush, ornate language and mythic ambiance of Atlan, The Forgotten Beasts of Eld offers a similarly poetic experience. McKillip’s enchanting tale of Sybel and her magical beasts is told in beautifully crafted prose, creating an atmosphere as haunting and dreamlike as ancient legend.

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