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Serafina and the Black Cloak by Robert Beatty

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In Serafina and the Black Cloak, did you enjoy ...

... a clear, high-stakes quest to uncover and defeat a sinister force?

The Night Gardener by Jonathan Auxier

If you loved Serafina’s determined pursuit of the Man in the Black Cloak, you’ll be riveted by The Night Gardener, where Molly and Kip must unravel the secrets of a mysterious, haunted manor and confront the eerie entity lurking within. The story’s suspenseful, goal-driven plot keeps the tension high as the siblings risk everything to save themselves and their new friends.

... an atmospheric, richly described setting with its own secrets and history?

Greenglass House by Kate Milford

If the spellbinding, shadowy Biltmore Estate in Serafina and the Black Cloak drew you in, you’ll love Greenglass House. Set in a mysterious old inn during a snowy winter, this story immerses you in a world brimming with hidden passageways, cryptic clues, and family lore, making the setting feel like a character in its own right.

... a fast-paced, suspenseful narrative filled with danger and discovery?

Coraline by Neil Gaiman

If you enjoyed the relentless pace as Serafina sneaks through secret corridors and evades danger, you’ll find Coraline equally thrilling. Coraline’s quick thinking and bravery as she faces the Other Mother in a parallel world make for a taut, action-driven adventure you won’t want to put down.

... a young heroine’s journey of self-discovery and transformation?

The Girl Who Drank the Moon by Kelly Barnhill

If watching Serafina grow from a secretive, uncertain girl into a courageous hero resonated with you, you’ll be enchanted by Luna’s magical coming-of-age in The Girl Who Drank the Moon. As Luna learns to understand her powers and her past, her emotional journey is just as compelling as the adventure itself.

... dark, mysterious magic that threatens and corrupts?

Splendors and Glooms by Laura Amy Schlitz

If you were captivated by the chilling, shadowy magic wielded by the Man in the Black Cloak, you’ll be hooked by the sinister sorcery in Splendors and Glooms. The story’s master puppeteer, Grisini, uses enchantments that are both mesmerizing and menacing, creating an atmosphere where magic’s dangers are as real as its wonders.

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