If you were drawn into the sensuous, earth-rooted magic and the deep connection to the land in Chalice, you'll find Uprooted equally enchanting. Agnieszka, like Mirasol, is an untrained but determined heroine, struggling to harness magic that feels organic and wild as she faces a corrupted forest threatening her home. Novik’s rich descriptions and the palpable bond between characters and their environment echo McKinley’s worldbuilding, making this a perfect next read.

If you loved experiencing Mirasol’s journey from uncertainty to quiet strength as Chalice, you'll be captivated by Maia in The Goblin Emperor. Maia, thrust into imperial power after a life of isolation, must navigate court politics, self-doubt, and the burden of leadership with humility and empathy. Addison’s focus on personal growth and emotional intelligence in a fantasy court will resonate with fans of McKinley’s character-driven storytelling.

If you appreciated the close, almost dreamlike focus on Mirasol’s internal world and her isolated role in Chalice, you'll be spellbound by Sybel’s solitary life among magical beasts in The Forgotten Beasts of Eld. McKillip weaves a lyrical, introspective narrative, centering on a woman’s gradual opening to love and connection, all set in a quietly magical landscape. The intimate scope and emotional resonance will feel comfortingly familiar.

If you were moved by the magical bond between Mirasol and her land in Chalice, The Wood Wife will draw you in with its haunting depiction of the Arizona desert’s hidden magic. Maggie Black’s journey is entwined with the land’s spirits and secrets, blending folklore, ecology, and a lyrical sense of wonder. Windling’s prose and reverence for place evoke the same earthy, mystical atmosphere.

If you were fascinated by the enigmatic, ritualistic nature of magic in Chalice, Greenwitch offers a similar atmosphere. The story centers on a secretive ceremony and the intuitive, emotional power of a young girl who plays a crucial role in a magical tradition. Cooper’s approach to magic—deeply symbolic, ambiguous, and tied to ancient custom—will feel both familiar and fresh.