If you were drawn to the haunting, internal struggles of Otter as she grapples with loss and leadership in Sorrow’s Knot, you’ll love Bone Gap. Laura Ruby crafts a layered, magical realist tale where Finn navigates trauma, perception, and belonging—delving into the mysteries of identity and the unseen scars people carry. The characters’ inner worlds are just as vivid and unsettling as the landscape, offering an immersive and emotionally resonant read.

If you found yourself captivated by the richly woven setting of the White Hand’s lands and the tangled magic of Sorrow’s Knot, The Girl Who Fell Beneath Fairyland and Led the Revels There will sweep you away into a dazzling underworld. Valente’s prose conjures a magical realm bursting with tradition, legend, and peril, where September must navigate enchantments and ancient bargains—perfect for those who relish detailed worlds inspired by myth.

If Otter’s journey from innocence to maturity in Sorrow’s Knot resonated with you, you’ll be fascinated by Faith’s transformation in The Lie Tree. As Faith uncovers dark truths and confronts her own fears in a patriarchal Victorian society, her determination and growth mirror Otter’s, offering a compelling tale of resilience, courage, and the price of knowledge.

If you were intrigued by the ominous, unpredictable magic that Otter faces—knots with the power to bind or destroy—in Sorrow’s Knot, Uprooted delivers a similarly visceral enchantment. Novik’s tale centers on Agnieszka, whose magic is raw and perilous, drawn from the heart of a malevolent forest. The atmosphere is thick with dread and wonder, echoing the sense of threat and beauty that pervades Bow’s storytelling.

If Sorrow’s Knot left you breathless with its emotional weight and ultimate sense of hope amid sorrow, Echo is likely to move you just as deeply. Interweaving the fates of three children across continents and decades, this novel builds toward moments of heartbreak and triumph, offering catharsis and connection for readers who crave a story with a profound emotional reward.