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Red Moon and Black Mountain by Joy Chant

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In Red Moon and Black Mountain, did you enjoy ...

... the epic quest and vast conflicts between kingdoms?

The Worm Ouroboros by E. R. Eddison

If you were captivated by the sweeping journey and the grand battles for power in Red Moon and Black Mountain, you'll be immersed in The Worm Ouroboros. Eddison crafts a sprawling tale of heroism and rivalry, following Lord Juss and his companions as they embark on perilous quests across fantastical lands, evoking the same sense of epic adventure and high stakes.

... characters' transformative journeys from youth to maturity?

The Once and Future King by T. H. White

If you enjoyed watching Oliver and his siblings grow and change as they navigated a strange world, you’ll love seeing Arthur’s evolution from a naïve boy to the legendary King in The Once and Future King. White’s novel delves deeply into the coming-of-age process, weaving personal growth with magical adventure and moral challenges.

... lush, immersive worldbuilding rooted in myth and legend?

The King Of Elfland's Daughter by Lord Dunsany

If you were drawn to the meticulously detailed fantasy realm of Vandarei, you'll be enchanted by the mystical borderlands of Elfland. Dunsany’s lyrical prose brings the magical landscapes and timeless lore to life, creating an otherworldly setting as rich and enchanting as Joy Chant’s.

... classic high fantasy in a wholly original secondary world?

A Wizard of Earthsea by Ursula K. Le Guin

If you loved being swept into an entirely new universe, complete with its own magic and history, you’ll revel in A Wizard of Earthsea. Le Guin’s tale of Ged’s magical education and quest for self-discovery takes place in the archipelagic world of Earthsea, echoing the immersive, mythic qualities of Red Moon and Black Mountain.

... children transported to a magical world and confronting evil?

The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe by C. S. Lewis

If you enjoyed following siblings unexpectedly swept into a strange land and taking on fateful roles, you’ll find The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe just as magical. Like the Marstons in Vandarei, the Pevensie children are thrust into a battle between good and evil, experiencing both wonder and danger in Narnia.

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