If you delighted in the secret world of the Lilliputians at Malplaquet, you'll be charmed by The Borrowers, where Arrietty and her family live beneath the floorboards, unseen by humans. Like Maria's adventures with the tiny people, this story brings to life the imaginative possibilities of miniature civilizations coexisting alongside our own, full of cleverness and gentle wonder.

If Maria's misadventures—outsmarting conniving adults and relying on her own wits—were a highlight for you, then The Wolves of Willoughby Chase will hit the mark. Bonnie and Sylvia must outwit a wicked governess and treacherous schemes, facing peril with bravery and resourcefulness, just as Maria does in her own crumbling estate.

If you loved Maria’s journey as she explores the mysterious grounds of Malplaquet and brings about change, you’ll find The Secret Garden equally enchanting. Mary Lennox, orphaned and lonely, discovers a hidden garden and, through her curiosity and determination, transforms her own life and those around her—much as Maria does with her Lilliputian friends.

If T.H. White’s playful use of language and sly humor made you smile, you’ll love The Phantom Tollbooth. Milo’s journey through the lands of Dictionopolis and Digitopolis is packed with puns, wit, and clever twists, much in the spirit of Maria’s sly observations and the fantastical absurdities at Malplaquet.

If you were enchanted by the atmospheric setting of Malplaquet, with its sprawling grounds and hidden corners, The Little White Horse will transport you once again. Maria Merryweather’s arrival at Moonacre Manor uncovers magical secrets, eccentric adults, and an enchanting countryside, blending whimsy and depth in a way that echoes the mood of Mistress Masham’s Repose.