If you were swept up by Lyra’s relentless quest to rescue her friend and uncover hidden truths, you’ll be equally captivated by Sabriel. Here, Sabriel ventures beyond her safe world to find her missing father in the Old Kingdom—a land filled with danger, magic, and the dead. Both stories center on determined young protagonists driven by love and courage, making difficult choices as they face perilous, ever-expanding mysteries.

If you found Pullman’s world of dæmons, armored bears, and parallel universes enthralling, you’ll be equally mesmerized by the archipelagoes and ancient lore of A Wizard of Earthsea. Le Guin crafts a setting with its own rules of magic, languages, and deep-rooted cultures, inviting you into Ged’s journey as he learns the cost and power of names in a world rich with history and wonder.

If you appreciated Lyra’s willingness to bend rules and the ambiguous motives of friends and foes alike, Neverwhere will resonate with you. Richard Mayhew is thrust into the perilous London Below, where survival demands cunning and alliances are never simple. Like Lyra, Richard must decide whom to trust in a world where morality is never black and white.

If Lyra’s transformation from a mischievous child to a courageous heroine drew you in, you’ll adore Luna’s coming-of-age story in The Girl Who Drank the Moon. Luna discovers her magical heritage while learning about love, loss, and her own strength—mirroring the poignant, heartfelt growth that made Lyra’s story unforgettable.

If you were enchanted by Pullman’s sweeping narrative that crosses continents and universes, Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell will enthrall you with its grand journey through Napoleonic England and Faerie. The book follows rival magicians whose actions ripple across nations and history, offering an epic adventure with a richly built magical world.