If you were drawn to Jinghua’s desperate quest to save her son’s life in The Bird and the Blade, you’ll love Maia’s mission in Spin the Dawn. Maia disguises herself as a boy to compete for the role of imperial tailor, embarking on a perilous journey filled with daunting challenges, court intrigue, and impossible tasks. The relentless drive and clear purpose at the heart of Maia's story will keep you turning pages late into the night.

If you appreciated Jinghua’s transformation from a fugitive into a heroine who discovers her own agency in The Bird and the Blade, you’ll be captivated by the unnamed protagonist in A Thousand Nights. Facing a tyrant king who has killed countless brides before her, she undergoes profound personal growth, wielding wit and strength to protect herself and her family. The slow, powerful evolution of her character brings the same resonance and depth you enjoyed.

If you were fascinated by the morally ambiguous decisions Jinghua and Prince Khalaf must make in The Bird and the Blade, The Wrath & the Dawn offers a similarly compelling exploration. Shahrzad volunteers to marry a murderous king to avenge her friend and uncovers a web of secrets and difficult choices, forcing her to constantly question her own morality and the nature of justice. The layered, conflicted characters will keep you guessing where their loyalties truly lie.

If the Mongol Empire setting and the reimagining of the Turandot legend in The Bird and the Blade drew you in, Girls Made of Snow and Glass presents another lush, mythology-inspired retelling. This feminist take on Snow White weaves magical realism and folklore into a story of love, rivalry, and self-discovery. You’ll find the fresh spin on classic tales and the atmospheric worldbuilding just as enchanting.

If the emotional intensity and heartbreaking resolution of The Bird and the Blade lingered with you, An Enchantment of Ravens is sure to strike a similar chord. Isobel’s journey through the fae world with Rook is steeped in longing, sacrifice, and the tension of impossible choices. The bittersweet, satisfying conclusion will leave you feeling deeply moved, much like Jinghua’s unforgettable story.