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Jirel of Joiry by C. L. Moore

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... a fierce, independent female protagonist navigating a dangerous fantasy world?

The Black God's Kiss by C. L. Moore

If you loved Jirel's boldness and unflinching courage as she braved demonic realms and battled supernatural foes, you'll be drawn into The Black God's Kiss. Here, Jirel's determination and complexity as a heroine are front and center, and her journey through hellish landscapes is as captivating as ever—offering another tale where a strong, flawed woman takes command of her own fate.

... morally complex heroes who must navigate treacherous worlds?

Swordspoint by Ellen Kushner

If you found Jirel's ambiguous ethics and ruthless pragmatism compelling, Swordspoint introduces Richard St. Vier, a duelist who moves through a city rife with intrigue and danger. Like Jirel, Richard is neither purely good nor evil; his choices and loyalties are shaded in gray, making for a thrilling and nuanced tale of swordplay and survival.

... a dark, myth-infused quest with a clear, urgent objective?

The Broken Sword by Poul Anderson

If Jirel's relentless pursuit of her goals resonated with you—her courage pushing her deeper into peril—then The Broken Sword will grip you with its driven plot. Skafloc's quest for the cursed sword is fraught with danger, warring elves, and tragic choices, echoing the single-minded momentum and high stakes found in Jirel's adventures.

... lush, evocative worldbuilding full of magic and otherworldly wonder?

The King Of Elfland's Daughter by Lord Dunsany

If you were entranced by the mysterious castles, haunted landscapes, and surreal magic in Jirel of Joiry, you'll be swept away by the mystical realms of The King of Elfland's Daughter. Dunsany's prose conjures a fairyland as vivid and haunting as Jirel's world, immersing you in a place where enchantment and peril go hand in hand.

... a dark, oppressive tone and an atmosphere thick with danger and unease?

The Red Tree by Caitlín R. Kiernan

If you were drawn to the brooding menace and gothic dread of Jirel of Joiry, The Red Tree offers a similarly intense, unsettling atmosphere. Kiernan's novel is steeped in psychological horror and the uncanny, plunging you into a tale where the darkness is both external and internal—and every shadow may conceal something monstrous.

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