If you were drawn to Rin’s relentless pursuit of victory and the sweeping military campaigns in The Dragon Republic, you’ll love The Grace of Kings. Ken Liu crafts a grand narrative of rebellion and conquest, following Kuni Garu and Mata Zyndu as they navigate shifting alliances, betrayals, and the epic stakes of a fractured empire. The strategic battles and evolving missions will feel right at home.

If you appreciated how Rin and her allies in The Dragon Republic wrestle with difficult decisions and blurred ethical lines, you’ll be captivated by Locke Lamora and his band of thieves. The Lies of Locke Lamora delivers a gritty, dangerous world where the heroes are as cunning and flawed as their adversaries, constantly walking the line between right and wrong in pursuit of survival and power.

If you loved the richly imagined Nikara Empire and the detailed lore of The Dragon Republic, you’ll be swept away by the magical city of Daevabad. The City of Brass is filled with complex politics, ancient rivalries, and layered societies, immersing you in a setting as multifaceted and vibrant as Kuang’s world.

If the high-stakes political machinations and betrayals in The Dragon Republic kept you turning pages, The Goblin Emperor will be a treat. Follow Maia, a reluctant ruler, as he navigates court conspiracies and power struggles in a treacherous imperial court, where loyalty is fragile and danger lurks behind every diplomatic smile.

If you were moved by Rin’s harrowing personal evolution amid war and betrayal, The Fifth Season offers equally powerful character journeys. Essun’s transformation as she faces cataclysm and heartbreak is raw, gripping, and deeply human, echoing the emotional weight and growth that made The Dragon Republic so compelling.