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City of Ghosts by Victoria Schwab

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In City of Ghosts, did you enjoy ...

... a young protagonist facing supernatural dangers to save loved ones?

Coraline by Neil Gaiman

If you were captivated by Cassidy's quest to free trapped ghosts and protect the living in City of Ghosts, you'll be just as enthralled as Coraline ventures into a parallel world to rescue her parents from the sinister Other Mother. The high-stakes mission, bravery, and eerie atmosphere make this a must-read for fans of goal-driven supernatural adventures.

... a detailed, atmospheric world filled with ghosts and secrets?

The Graveyard Book by Neil Gaiman

If you enjoyed exploring Edinburgh's haunted streets and the rich supernatural world through Cassidy's eyes, you'll be swept away by Bod's life among the ghosts in The Graveyard Book. Gaiman crafts a vivid, mysterious cemetery setting with its own customs, history, and spectral inhabitants, offering an immersive world brimming with secrets and wonder.

... a strong, well-developed young female protagonist discovering her abilities?

The Girl Who Drank the Moon by Kelly Barnhill

If Cassidy's courage and growth resonated with you, you'll love following Luna as she learns to wield her magic and forge her identity in The Girl Who Drank the Moon. Luna's journey of self-discovery, friendship, and bravery offers the same kind of empowering, heartfelt storytelling.

... a fast-paced supernatural mystery with tense, spooky moments?

Small Spaces by Katherine Arden

If you loved the adrenaline rush and constant sense of danger as Cassidy faces sinister spirits, Small Spaces delivers a similarly gripping experience. Follow Ollie as she unravels the chilling mysteries of a haunted town, racing against time to save her friends from a terrifying threat.

... first-person narration that brings you close to the protagonist’s thoughts and fears?

The Screaming Staircase by Jonathan Stroud

If you appreciated experiencing Cassidy's encounters with ghosts through her own voice, The Screaming Staircase offers Lockwood's world of spectral investigations in a similar, intimate first-person style. You'll feel every chilling moment and clever insight as if you were right there beside the protagonist.

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