If you loved how Elatsoe weaves supernatural mysteries into a modern setting, you'll find Pet fascinating. The story follows Jam, a young Black trans girl, as she confronts hidden monsters in a seemingly perfect town—guided by a creature from another world. Like Ellie’s journey among ghosts and family heritage, Jam’s investigation explores justice, identity, and the unseen dangers lurking beneath the surface.

If you appreciated the rich representation of Indigenous identity in Elatsoe, you'll love A Song Below Water, which centers on two Black girls—one secretly a siren—facing both magical and real-world challenges in Portland. The novel thoughtfully explores friendship, found family, and the power of marginalized voices, all while blending contemporary issues with mythic elements.

If you were drawn to the mythological inspiration behind Elatsoe, you’ll find The Girl Who Fell Beneath the Sea enchanting. Mina’s journey through the Spirit Realm, filled with gods and spirits inspired by Korean folklore, mirrors Ellie’s navigation of otherworldly threats, family legacies, and the blurred lines between myth and reality.

If you relished the lush, interwoven family history and magical realism in Elatsoe, you’ll enjoy The Inheritance of Orquídea Divina. The Montoya family’s legacy of inherited magic and secrets unfolds across generations, with gorgeous worldbuilding and a sense of wonder that echoes Ellie’s own magical ancestry and ghostly companions.

If you admired Ellie’s intelligence, determination, and compassion in Elatsoe, you’ll be captivated by Galadriel 'El' Higgins in A Deadly Education. El is a powerful, sharp-witted student surviving a deadly magical school, facing both literal monsters and social challenges, all while building her own found family and fighting for what’s right.