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The Grey King by Susan Cooper

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In The Grey King, did you enjoy ...

... the sense of an ancient quest and a looming magical conflict?

The Dark Is Rising by Susan Cooper

If you were captivated by Will's pursuit of the golden harp and the larger battle between the Light and the Dark in The Grey King, you'll be swept up by the urgent quest for the Signs in The Dark Is Rising—a story where the stakes are high, the mission is clear, and every clue brings you closer to an epic confrontation.

... a group of characters uniting against supernatural darkness?

The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe by C. S. Lewis

If you enjoyed the camaraderie between Will, Bran, and the Old Ones as they face mythic threats in The Grey King, you'll love following the Pevensie siblings as they band together with Aslan and Narnian allies to confront the White Witch in The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe. Each character brings unique strengths to the fight, making the adventure richer and more resonant.

... the gradual growth of young protagonists as they encounter magic and peril?

Over Sea, Under Stone by Susan Cooper

If you were moved by Will's maturity and Bran's self-discovery in The Grey King, you'll find similar depth in Over Sea, Under Stone, where the Drew children confront secrets and dangers that force them to grow braver and wiser with every step of their Arthurian quest.

... ancient British mythology woven into everyday life?

The Owl Service by Alan Garner

If the Welsh myths and magical echoes of the Mabinogion in The Grey King fascinated you, The Owl Service will immerse you in a haunting retelling of Welsh legend, where Alison, Roger, and Gwyn are swept into a cycle of myth and fate that blurs the line between the ordinary and the mythic.

... a vividly realized fantasy landscape rooted in myth and history?

The Book Of Three by Lloyd Alexander

If you loved the rich Welsh setting and the sense of ancient, magical forces at work in The Grey King, The Book of Three will draw you into the land of Prydain, a world inspired by Welsh folklore, where Taran and his friends journey through enchanted forests, meet legendary creatures, and confront timeless evils.

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