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Black Sun by Rebecca Roanhorse

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In Black Sun, did you enjoy ...

... stories with a clear, driving mission and high stakes?

The Bone Shard Daughter by Andrea Stewart

If you loved how Black Sun propels its characters toward a fateful convergence in Tova, you'll be drawn into The Bone Shard Daughter's urgent quests: Lin's determination to reclaim her father's throne, Jovis's desperate search for his missing wife, and the mounting threat against the empire. The relentless pace and sense of destiny will keep you turning pages as each protagonist fights for their goals.

... books with layered ensemble casts and intersecting fates?

The Unbroken by C. L. Clark

If you enjoyed following Serapio, Xiala, Naranpa, and Okoa as their paths collide in Black Sun, you'll appreciate the dual perspectives of Touraine and Luca in The Unbroken. The novel weaves together the ambitions, loyalties, and betrayals of a vibrant cast, each with their own desires and dilemmas, creating a tapestry of intersecting stories and shifting allegiances.

... characters who undergo intense personal transformation?

The Poppy War by R. F. Kuang

If you were captivated by Naranpa’s evolution from outcast to Sun Priest and Serapio’s journey toward his destiny in Black Sun, Rin’s transformation in The Poppy War will grip you. The book charts her rise from poverty to military school, through harrowing war and moral ambiguity, with powerful growth and change that echo the complex arcs you enjoyed.

... fantasy worlds with rich, immersive cultures and histories?

The City Of Brass by S. A. Chakraborty

If you were mesmerized by the Pre-Columbian-inspired worldbuilding of Black Sun, you'll be enchanted by the lushly detailed setting of The City of Brass. From the bustling streets of Cairo to the opulent, dangerous world of Daevabad, Chakraborty fills her world with intricate politics, layered histories, and diverse cultures that feel as real and vibrant as those of Roanhorse's Meridian.

... fantasy inspired by mythologies beyond the Western canon?

Gods Of Jade And Shadow by Silvia Moreno-Garcia

If you loved how Black Sun draws on Indigenous Mesoamerican and Pre-Columbian mythologies, you'll be swept away by Gods of Jade and Shadow. The novel plunges you into 1920s Mexico and the world of Mayan gods, blending myth, adventure, and destiny in a fresh, culturally rich fantasy reminiscent of Roanhorse's approach.

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