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The Silver Chair by C. S. Lewis

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In The Silver Chair, did you enjoy ...

... the clear quest to rescue Prince Rilian and the adventure-driven journey?

The Hobbit by J. R. R. Tolkien

If you loved following Jill, Eustace, and Puddleglum as they journeyed on a mission to rescue Prince Rilian in The Silver Chair, you'll be swept up by The Hobbit. Bilbo Baggins is whisked away from his safe home to join a company of dwarves on their quest to reclaim a lost kingdom from the dragon Smaug. The narrative is filled with dangers, riddles, and a sense of purposeful adventure that will feel wonderfully familiar.

... the small group of companions working together against magical threats?

The Dark Is Rising by Susan Cooper

If you enjoyed the teamwork between Jill, Eustace, and Puddleglum as they ventured through Narnia, you'll appreciate the camaraderie in The Dark Is Rising. Will Stanton finds himself at the center of a centuries-old struggle between Light and Dark, aided by a group of allies with ancient knowledge. The sense of a tight-knit group facing supernatural dangers will resonate with you.

... watching young characters confront their fears and grow through adversity?

A Wrinkle In Time by Madeleine L'Engle

If Jill and Eustace’s personal growth and courage in The Silver Chair struck a chord with you, you'll find Meg Murry’s journey in A Wrinkle in Time equally inspiring. As Meg travels through space and time to rescue her father, she learns about her own strengths, flaws, and the power of love and self-acceptance.

... the richly imagined and magical worlds with their own histories and rules?

The Neverending Story by Michael Ende

If you were enchanted by the detailed lands, magical creatures, and ancient histories in Narnia, The Neverending Story will captivate you. Bastian’s adventure in Fantastica introduces you to a world teeming with mythical beings, ancient legends, and intricate lore, echoing the immersive worldbuilding of The Silver Chair.

... the use of mythic archetypes and legends to shape the narrative and characters’ destinies?

The Book Of Three by Lloyd Alexander

If you were drawn to the mythic undertones and the quest structure in The Silver Chair, you'll find The Book of Three a perfect next read. Taran, an Assistant Pig-Keeper, embarks on a journey filled with ancient prophecies, magical artifacts, and figures reminiscent of classic legends, all set within a world inspired by Welsh mythology.

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