The Grace of Kings drew you into its grand tapestry of warring factions, dynastic ambition, and a continent-spanning narrative. If you loved following Kuni Garu and Mata Zyndu across shifting battlefields and seeing the fate of empires decided, you'll be swept away by The Lions of Al-Rassan. Kay's novel immerses you in a world inspired by medieval Spain, where poets, physicians, and soldiers are caught up in the tides of history. The epic scope ensures that every choice echoes across nations and generations.

If the clever politicking and relentless struggle for power in The Grace of Kings kept you turning pages, A Memory Called Empire will do the same. Watch as Mahit Dzmare navigates the labyrinthine politics of the Teixcalaanli Empire, balancing diplomacy, subterfuge, and cultural intrigue—much like Kuni and his allies maneuver through the machinations of rival kings and ambitious ministers.

You were likely captivated by the meticulously built world of Dara, with its layered history, distinct cultures, and mythic overtones. City of Stairs similarly shines through its imaginative city of Bulikov, a place where forbidden gods once walked and every street corner holds secrets. Shara Komayd's investigation into murder and divine conspiracy is steeped in richly detailed worldbuilding that rivals Ken Liu's for depth and inventiveness.

If you were moved by Kuni Garu’s transformation from outlaw to emperor—his struggles with power and morality—then Maia’s journey in The Goblin Emperor will resonate with you. Thrust unexpectedly onto a throne, Maia must navigate court politics and his own insecurities, growing in strength and wisdom as he faces betrayal and learns what kind of ruler he wants to be.

If what gripped you in The Grace of Kings was its cast of heroes and antiheroes—like Kuni, who must make brutal decisions, or Mata, driven by honor and vengeance—then The Traitor Baru Cormorant offers a powerful parallel. Baru is a brilliant protagonist whose quest for justice and vengeance leads her down a path of ruthless calculation and heartbreaking compromise, forcing you to question what it means to be a hero.