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... Kate’s quest to rescue her sister and unravel a centuries-old mystery?
The Dark Is Rising by Susan Cooper
If you loved Kate’s determined journey through dangerous realms and her unwavering resolve in The Perilous Gard, you’ll be captivated by Will Stanton’s race against time and ancient forces in The Dark is Rising. Both stories center on young protagonists who must solve enigmatic puzzles and face supernatural peril to fulfill a vital mission.
... Kate’s transformation and growth under pressure?
A Curse Dark as Gold by Elizabeth C. Bunce
If you appreciated watching Kate’s resilience and evolution as she navigates both enchantment and danger in The Perilous Gard, you’ll find Charlotte Miller’s journey equally rewarding in A Curse Dark as Gold. Charlotte must confront family secrets and supernatural threats, growing into a courageous and capable heroine.
... a richly drawn, secret-laden historical setting?
Chime by Franny Billingsley
If the immersive, atmospheric world of The Perilous Gard drew you in, you’ll love the haunting marshlands and tangled village lore of Chime. Like Elizabethean England layered with faerie courts, Billingsley conjures a setting where magic and danger lie just beneath the surface.
... ancient folklore and fairy lore woven into the plot?
The Moorchild by Eloise McGraw
If you were fascinated by the reinterpretation of fairy legends and the eerie, otherworldly presence in The Perilous Gard, you’ll be enchanted by The Moorchild. Saaski’s struggle between the mortal and fairy worlds echoes Kate’s encounters with the People of the Hill, drawing deeply from Celtic and British folklore.
... resourceful and brave female protagonists facing magical threats?
The Blue Sword by Robin McKinley
If you admired Kate’s courage and intelligence as she faces both human and supernatural peril in The Perilous Gard, you’ll find a kindred spirit in Harry Crewe of The Blue Sword. Both heroines are out of place in their worlds, yet rise to become unexpected champions against magical dangers.
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