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Tea With The Black Dragon by R. A. MacAvoy

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In Tea With The Black Dragon, did you enjoy ...

... the blend of magical realism with contemporary settings?

War for the Oaks by Emma Bull

If you enjoyed the way Tea With The Black Dragon brings the extraordinary—like the enigmatic Mr. Long—into a modern, everyday world, you'll delight in War for the Oaks. Eddi McCandry’s Minneapolis is invaded by faerie intrigue, blending rock music, romance, and otherworldly magic in a city you can almost touch. The magic feels just out of sight, yet deeply rooted in reality.

... philosophical reflections on identity and belonging?

The Last Unicorn by Peter S. Beagle

If you were captivated by the gentle, contemplative exploration of self and purpose between Martha and Mayland Long, The Last Unicorn will speak to you. Beagle’s unicorn, on a quest to discover what became of her kind, encounters love, loss, and transformation—delivering poignant musings on immortality, humanity, and the search for meaning.

... mysterious, loosely-defined magic that feels ancient and unknowable?

The Book of Atrix Wolfe by Patricia A. McKillip

If the enigmatic, almost mystical powers of Mayland Long fascinated you in Tea With The Black Dragon, you’ll love the atmosphere of The Book of Atrix Wolfe. Magic here is beautiful, dangerous, and never fully explained, its presence coloring every interaction and making each reveal feel wondrous and strange.

... well-developed, unconventional female protagonists?

A College of Magics by Caroline Stevermer

If Martha Macnamara’s wit and independence drew you in, you’ll find Faris Nallaneen just as compelling in A College of Magics. Thrust into magical education and dangerous intrigue, Faris navigates politics, friendships, and adventure with sharp intelligence and heart. Her journey is both charming and empowering.

... the intimate focus on a small cast in an urban fantasy setting?

The Anubis Gates by Tim Powers

If you were drawn to the close, character-driven dynamic between Martha and Mayland, The Anubis Gates offers a tight-knit group of out-of-place characters navigating magical threats in a vividly realized historical London. The focus remains on their relationships and personal stakes, even as the world around them grows stranger.

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