If you were drawn into the evocative atmosphere and richly detailed supernatural setting of The Ghost Bride, you'll love The Night Tiger by Yangsze Choo. Set in 1930s colonial Malaya, this novel weaves myth, spirits, and ancient superstitions into a vivid world as apprentice dressmaker Ji Lin and orphaned houseboy Ren’s paths entwine around a mysterious severed finger and a roaming weretiger. Choo’s talent for detailed worldbuilding and cultural depth will immerse you once again in a beautifully reimagined past.

If you loved how The Ghost Bride transported you into the spirit world inspired by Chinese folklore, The Girl with Ghost Eyes is a perfect next read. Set in 1898 San Francisco, it follows Li-lin, a Daoist priestess with the rare ability to see ghosts, as she confronts vengeful spirits and sorcery in Chinatown. The book’s imaginative take on myth, the afterlife, and magic creates a similarly enchanting and otherworldly experience.

If you connected with Li Lan’s journey of self-discovery and growing strength in The Ghost Bride, Uprooted will captivate you. The story follows Agnieszka, a village girl who is thrust into a magical world and must confront dangers beyond her imagination. Her evolution from a fearful, uncertain girl to a confident and powerful heroine mirrors the compelling character growth that made Li Lan’s story memorable.

If you appreciated the heartfelt, personal perspective and the exploration of tradition and family in The Ghost Bride, you'll find The Tea Girl of Hummingbird Lane deeply moving. Li-yan’s story, set in a remote Chinese village, follows her journey through love, loss, and the pull of heritage, offering an intimate look at one woman’s life shaped by culture and destiny.

If you were fascinated by the ethereal, sometimes ominous magic and the exploration of the afterlife in The Ghost Bride, The Bone Witch is sure to intrigue you. It follows Tea, a girl who accidentally raises her brother from the dead and is drawn into a world of dark magic and spirit manipulation. The story’s loose, haunting approach to magic and the unknown will resonate with fans of the mysterious and the supernatural.