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Black Magic by Marjorie Bowen

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In Black Magic, did you enjoy ...

... the allure and peril of forbidden dark magic?

The Monk by Matthew Lewis

If you were captivated by the ominous, seductive forces at play in Black Magic, you'll find The Monk an enthralling descent into the world of arcane rituals and the corruption of the soul. Follow Ambrosio as he is lured by shadowy temptations and unholy pacts, evoking a similar gothic dread and fascination with the dangers of sorcery.

... morally ambiguous protagonists entangled with sinister supernatural powers?

The Master and Margarita by Mikhail Bulgakov

If the conflicted, ethically gray choices of Dirk Renswoude and the other characters in Black Magic intrigued you, The Master and Margarita offers an unforgettable tale of characters whose motives are as enigmatic as the diabolic visitors haunting Moscow. Bulgakov’s characters walk a fine line between good and evil, mirroring the complexity you enjoyed.

... a sweeping, epic sweep of magical conflict across kingdoms?

The Worm Ouroboros by E. R. Eddison

If you appreciated the grand, continent-spanning struggles and the sense of ancient power in Black Magic, you’ll be swept away by the epic battles and brooding atmosphere of The Worm Ouroboros. Its warring kingdoms, high-stakes quests, and legendary figures create a vast, immersive experience.

... an atmosphere steeped in doom, decadence, and creeping menace?

The King in Yellow by Robert W. Chambers

If the dark, oppressive mood and the sense of inevitable doom in Black Magic drew you in, The King in Yellow will envelop you in tales where reality unravels under the weight of mysterious, corrupting forces. The haunting stories evoke a similar sense of gothic unease and fatalism.

... religious symbolism and the struggle between sacred and profane?

Dracula by Bram Stoker

If the interplay of faith, heresy, and the supernatural in Black Magic fascinated you, Dracula explores a relentless battle where religious relics and rituals are pitted against the forces of darkness. The sacred versus the unholy is woven throughout Jonathan Harker and Van Helsing’s harrowing quest.

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