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The West Passage by Jared Pechaček

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In The West Passage, did you enjoy ...

... the richly imaginative, labyrinthine worldbuilding?

The Vorrh by Brian Catling

If you were entranced by the vast, mysterious landscapes and enigmatic societies along the West Passage, you'll be equally captivated by The Vorrh. Catling constructs a surreal, immersive forest teeming with strange beings, hidden histories, and unfathomable rules. The world itself is both a puzzle and a character, offering the same sense of awe and discovery you found in Pechaček’s work.

... the morally complex, ambiguous protagonists?

The Traitor Baru Cormorant by Seth Dickinson

If you were fascinated by the difficult choices and shifting alliances of the characters in The West Passage, you’ll be gripped by Baru Cormorant’s journey. Baru’s intelligence and ambition are matched only by her willingness to compromise her own morality for the sake of her people, resulting in a protagonist whose actions are as thought-provoking as they are unsettling.

... the intricate political maneuvering and court intrigue?

The Goblin Emperor by Katherine Addison

If the subtle machinations and power struggles among the various factions along the Passage drew you in, you’ll love the behind-the-scenes plotting in The Goblin Emperor. Maia’s ascent to the throne is beset with conspiracies and diplomatic challenges, providing that same delicious sense of political tension and complexity.

... the multi-layered, interwoven plots and secrets?

City Of Stairs by Robert Jackson Bennett

If you enjoyed unraveling the layers of mystery, history, and personal motivation in The West Passage, City of Stairs will delight you. Shara Thivani’s investigation weaves together political, divine, and personal threads, each plotline deepening your understanding of the city and its people in a satisfying, intricate tapestry.

... the grand, epic sense of journey and adventure?

The Scar by China Miéville

If the sweeping voyage and ever-expanding horizons of The West Passage thrilled you, The Scar delivers a similarly epic odyssey. Follow Bellis Coldwine aboard a floating pirate city as it ventures into uncharted waters, encountering strange cultures, bizarre creatures, and world-shaking secrets. The sense of scale and adventure is just as breathtaking.

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