If you were enchanted by the lush, dual-world atmosphere of The Kingdom of Back—where 18th-century Europe intertwines with a fantastical realm—you'll be captivated by The Golem and the Jinni. It weaves together the immigrant experience of late 19th-century New York with the mythic tales of a golem and a jinni, creating a world as vivid and enchanting as Marie Lu's magical landscape. The historical details and the seamless incorporation of folklore will transport you in much the same way.

If you loved following Nannerl Mozart's path to self-realization and creative fulfillment in The Kingdom of Back, you'll adore The Ten Thousand Doors of January. This novel follows January Scaller as she uncovers hidden worlds and her own identity. The sense of yearning, the bittersweet coming-of-age journey, and the lyrical exploration of possibility echo Nannerl's arc beautifully.

If you were drawn to the immersive, myth-infused alternate world and the evolving powers in The Kingdom of Back, Uprooted will sweep you away. It centers on Agnieszka, an ordinary girl thrust into a world of ancient magic and dark forests, where she must discover her own strength. The folklore-inspired magic and the heroine's transformation will resonate with fans of Nannerl's journey.

If Nannerl's ambition, talent, and the constraints she faces as a young woman in The Kingdom of Back struck a chord with you, Code Name Verity offers another indelible portrait of strong, resourceful young women. Set during WWII, the story of Verity and Maddie’s courage, friendship, and determination in the face of impossible odds is both thrilling and deeply moving.

If the lyrical, haunting prose and dreamlike magic of The Kingdom of Back stayed with you, The Night Circus is a perfect next read. The novel crafts a lush, mysterious world where magic is woven into every detail, much like the ethereal quality of the Kingdom of Back itself. You'll find yourself swept up in the prose and the subtle interplay between reality and enchantment.