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Sabriel by Garth Nix

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In Sabriel, did you enjoy ...

... a protagonist on a perilous mission?

The Bone Season by Samantha Shannon

If you were captivated by Sabriel's quest to rescue her father and defeat the Dead, you'll be gripped by Paige Mahoney's dangerous journey as she navigates a world where clairvoyants are hunted and must uncover secrets that could change everything. Like Sabriel, Paige is thrown into a high-stakes mission that demands courage and resourcefulness.

... a rich, immersive fantasy world with its own rules?

A Darker Shade Of Magic by V. E. Schwab

If you loved the intricate world of the Old Kingdom and the detailed rules of Charter and Free Magic in Sabriel, you'll be fascinated by Schwab's parallel Londons, each with its own unique magic, history, and dangers. The worldbuilding is deep and atmospheric, pulling you fully into the story.

... a young heroine coming into her own?

Seraphina by Rachel Hartman

If Sabriel's growth from student to powerful necromancer resonated with you, you'll connect with Seraphina as she uncovers her hidden strengths and confronts prejudice and secrets in a world where dragons and humans coexist uneasily. Both heroines must navigate their identity and responsibilities, growing stronger with every challenge.

... magic that is dangerous and morally complex?

The Poppy War by R. F. Kuang

If you were intrigued by Sabriel's use of necromancy and her struggle against the corrupting influence of Free Magic, you'll find Kuang's Rin compelling as she unleashes shamanic powers that threaten to consume her. Both books delve into the costs and consequences of wielding dangerous magic.

... a magic system with defined rules and limitations?

Mistborn: The Final Empire by Brandon Sanderson

If you enjoyed the clear structure and limitations of magic in Sabriel—from Charter marks to the bells—then Mistborn will enthrall you with its meticulously designed system of Allomancy, where ingesting metals grants specific abilities. The rules, strategies, and creative uses of magic are central to both stories.

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