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The Owl ServiceNovel
Alan Garnerstandalone novel1967
Mythic fantasy, set in british isles.
“During a summer vacation in a secluded Welsh valley, three young people find themselves driven by the spirits of three mythical lovers to reenact an ancient tragedy.”
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NightbirdNovel
Alice Hoffmanstandalone novel2015
Magical realism, about family secrets.
“Twig lives in a remote area of town with her mysterious brother and her mother, baker of irresistible apple pies.”
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The Book of LoveNovel
Kelly Linkstandalone novel2024
Emotional in tone, set in small town.
“Set in a small coastal town in Massachusetts in December 2014, the fantasy novel follows four teenagers who return from the dead and must navigate magical challenges to remain among the living.”
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CoralineSeries
series2 books2002
Portal fantasy and horror, set in parallel universe.
“The Guardian ranked Coraline #82 in its list of 100 Best Books of the 21st Century.”
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ShadowlandNovel
Peter Straubstandalone novel1980
Dark fantasy and horror, about wizards, set in countryside & village.
“WorldCat: Two apprentices studying under a master magician spend a season residing in a dark house located in the deep recesses of the Vermont forest.”
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Verdigris DeepNovel
Frances Hardingestandalone novel2007
About witches, set in british isles and small town.
“While many of the wishes seem harmless they all eventually lead to perilous fates.”
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