If you loved how Jez uncovers her family's magical heritage and learns about rootwork in Root Magic, you'll be enchanted by Bayou Magic, where Maddy visits her grandmother in the bayou and gradually discovers her own magical abilities, rooted in family legacy and folklore. The journey of self-discovery and the embracing of ancestral wisdom will speak to your appreciation of coming-of-age tales steeped in cultural tradition.

If you were fascinated by the Gullah-Geechee traditions and the atmospheric Lowcountry magic of Root Magic, you'll be swept away by The Jumbies, where Corinne faces off against terrifying creatures from Caribbean folklore. The vivid sense of place and the integration of cultural mythology create a world as immersive and mysterious as the one Jez inhabits.

If the unique blend of rootwork and Southern Black folklore in Root Magic drew you in, then Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky will captivate you with its imaginative journey through a world alive with African American legends, heroes, and spirits. Like Jez, Tristan must learn to trust in his heritage and himself as he navigates magical challenges.

If you appreciated seeing Jez navigate the complexities of her identity and community in Root Magic, Ghost Boys will resonate with you. It follows Jerome, a young Black boy whose story unfolds through both personal and historical lenses, exploring themes of family, race, and resilience with deep empathy and authenticity.

If you were moved by Jez's personal journey and her emotional coming-of-age in Root Magic, you'll find a similar emotional depth in The Parker Inheritance. As Candice uncovers a decades-old mystery in her family's past, she grows in confidence, empathy, and understanding—delivering the kind of heartfelt emotional payoff that lingers long after the final page.