If you loved Shiori's journey to save her brothers in Six Crimson Cranes, you'll be swept away by Mina's quest to save her village by venturing into the Spirit Realm. Both heroines are driven by deep love for their families, risking everything to break curses and restore harmony. The sense of purpose and urgency will keep you turning the pages.

If you were moved by Shiori's evolution from a sheltered princess into a resourceful and courageous heroine, you'll love Maia's journey in Spin the Dawn, where she disguises herself as a boy to compete for the imperial tailor position. Both stories showcase protagonists who are tested, grow through adversity, and emerge stronger for it.

If you enjoyed following Shiori as she navigated curses, court intrigue, and her own magical abilities, you'll be captivated by Lou, a witch forced into a marriage with a witch hunter. Both books spotlight fiercely independent heroines who grapple with identity, forbidden magic, and dangerous secrets.

If the East Asian folklore and mythological elements in Six Crimson Cranes enchanted you, The Bone Houses will entrance you with its Welsh-inspired legends of undead creatures and ancient curses. The book's atmospheric worldbuilding and magical undertones create a similarly vivid, immersive reading experience.

If you were drawn to the detailed and enchanting world of Six Crimson Cranes, with its dragons, curses, and spirit magic, you'll adore the magical forests and moonlight enchantments of The Girl Who Drank the Moon. Barnhill’s novel brims with wondrous creatures and a magic system that feels both mysterious and deeply rooted in its world.