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The Witching Hour by Anne Rice

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In The Witching Hour, did you enjoy ...

... the sweeping, epic narrative that weaves through centuries and continents?

The Historian by Elizabeth Kostova

If you loved how The Witching Hour spans generations of the Mayfair family and delves into their haunted legacy, you'll be enthralled by The Historian. Kostova's novel masterfully traces the search for Dracula across Europe and through time, blending gothic atmosphere, lush history, and a sense of inexorable fate. The book’s grand scope and intricate plotting will pull you into a centuries-old mystery with the same immersive power.

... the richly detailed worldbuilding and intricate magical lore?

Jonathan Strange and Mr Norrell by Susanna Clarke

If you were fascinated by the lush, immersive world Anne Rice builds—from eerie New Orleans streets to the secrets of witchcraft—Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell offers an equally captivating experience. Clarke's book is filled with footnotes, history, and an elaborate magical society, immersing you in an alternative England where magic is both scholarly and dangerous. Every page is a testament to deep, imaginative worldbuilding.

... the intergenerational family of complex, powerful women?

Practical Magic by Alice Hoffman

If the tangled relationships and supernatural legacy of the Mayfair women drew you in, the Owens sisters in Practical Magic will feel instantly familiar. Hoffman’s novel weaves the stories of several generations of women coping with magic, family secrets, and the burdens of inheritance. The charismatic, haunted female characters and their bonds anchor a magical yet heartfelt tale.

... the multi-layered plot filled with mystery and interconnected secrets?

The Shadow of the Wind by Carlos Ruiz Zafón

If you enjoyed how The Witching Hour layers the mysteries of the Mayfairs and Lasher over generations, you’ll be engrossed by The Shadow of the Wind. Zafón’s novel is a labyrinthine tale set in postwar Barcelona, where young Daniel uncovers a web of secrets surrounding a forgotten book and its author. The narrative unfolds with twists, parallel stories, and hidden connections that echo Rice’s intricate plotting.

... the morally ambiguous characters whose choices blur the line between good and evil?

The Secret History by Donna Tartt

If you were captivated by the ethically complex Mayfairs, The Secret History offers a similarly compelling cast. Tartt’s novel follows a group of classics students at an elite college who become entangled in murder and secrecy. The characters’ shifting alliances and questionable choices will resonate with fans of Rice’s nuanced, morally gray individuals.

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