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The House With A Clock In Its Walls by John Bellairs

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... a child protagonist confronting supernatural dangers in a mysterious house?

Coraline by Neil Gaiman

If you loved Lewis exploring Uncle Jonathan’s strange mansion and uncovering eerie secrets, you’ll be captivated by Coraline as she discovers a hidden door in her new home, leading to a sinister, magical world. Like Lewis, Coraline must summon courage and cleverness to solve supernatural puzzles and save those she loves from a dark, magical threat.

... a young protagonist’s journey toward self-discovery and maturity amid the supernatural?

The Graveyard Book by Neil Gaiman

If you were drawn to Lewis’s transformation from a shy, grieving boy to a brave hero, you’ll appreciate Nobody Owens’ coming-of-age story in The Graveyard Book. Raised by ghosts and learning from unusual mentors, Bod faces both magical dangers and personal growth as he finds his place in a world between the living and the dead.

... a tightly focused group of quirky characters working together to solve a mystery?

The Mysterious Benedict Society by Trenton Lee Stewart

If you enjoyed the close-knit bond between Lewis, Uncle Jonathan, and Mrs. Zimmermann as they unravel magical mysteries, The Mysterious Benedict Society offers a similar charm. Follow Reynie, Sticky, Kate, and Constance as they use their unique talents and friendship to outwit villains and uncover secrets in an enigmatic institution.

... a quest-driven adventure to overcome dark supernatural forces?

A Wrinkle In Time by Madeleine L'Engle

If the suspenseful quest to stop the doomsday clock and defeat the evil wizard in The House With a Clock in Its Walls thrilled you, you’ll be swept up by the goal-driven journey in A Wrinkle in Time, as Meg and her companions travel across dimensions to rescue her father and save the universe from a cosmic evil.

... whimsical, mysterious magic hidden just out of sight in the ordinary world?

The Secret of Platform 13 by Eva Ibbotson

If you delighted in the mysterious, whimsical magic lurking in Lewis’s new home—like enchanted clocks and spellcasting relatives—The Secret of Platform 13 will enchant you with its secret magical island accessed through a forgotten railway platform, comical magical mishaps, and an atmosphere where the magical and mundane blend with charm.

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