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Red Prophet by Orson Scott Card

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In Red Prophet, did you enjoy ...

... a protagonist's personal growth and transformation?

Green Rider by Kristen Britain

If you appreciated Alvin's journey as he struggles with his powers and moral choices in Red Prophet, you'll find Karigan's path in Green Rider equally compelling. Her evolution from an ordinary schoolgirl to a courageous and resourceful messenger mirrors the strong personal development that drives the heart of the story.

... multi-layered plots involving cultures in conflict, rich worldbuilding, and shifting alliances?

The Lions of Al-Rassan by Guy Gavriel Kay

If you were drawn to the intricate tapestry of frontier America, the tensions between Native and white cultures, and the way Red Prophet weaves together multiple storylines, then The Lions of Al-Rassan will captivate you. Kay's novel masterfully blends political intrigue, cultural clashes, and interwoven destinies across a vividly realized setting.

... deeply rooted mythological influences and the blending of folklore with reality?

The Bone People by Keri Hulme

If the mythic undertones and reimagined American folklore in Red Prophet resonated with you, you'll be absorbed by The Bone People. Hulme's novel interlaces Maori myth, spirituality, and the everyday struggles of its characters in a haunting, lyrical narrative.

... sweeping, epic stories with high stakes across vast landscapes and cultures?

Dune by Frank Herbert

If you loved the scale of Red Prophet—with its sweeping journey, clashes of nations, and destiny-shaping events—then Dune offers a similarly epic scope. Follow Paul Atreides as he navigates the political, ecological, and spiritual challenges of Arrakis, with the fate of empires hanging in the balance.

... the fusion of American history, myth, and spirituality?

American Gods by Neil Gaiman

If you were fascinated by the blend of American history with mythic elements in Red Prophet, you'll be enthralled by American Gods. Gaiman's novel explores hidden magic and the collision of old gods and new in the American landscape, weaving folklore and legend into a modern road novel.

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