Books similar to "Clockwork Angel"
Discovering your next great read has never been easier! If you like "Clockwork Angel" by Cassandra Clare, you're in the right place. Our curated list features books that share similar themes, styles or vibes.
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City of Bones
by Cassandra Clare
The first book in Cassandra Clare's The Mortal Instruments series, "City of Bones," also delves into a hidden world within our own, filled with shadowy beings and supernatural occurrences. Like "Clockwork Angel," it features a strong female protagonist, Clary Fray, who discovers her mysterious heritage and is drawn into a world of Shadowhunters. Both stories are rich with themes of identity, family secrets, and forbidden romance, set against a backdrop of richly developed urban fantasy environments that blend the magical with the modern.
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The Infernal Devices
by Cassandra Clare
This trilogy by Cassandra Clare is inherently similar to "Clockwork Angel" as they are part of the same series. Set in a steampunk Victorian London, it follows Tessa Gray's journey as she discovers her own powers and navigates a complex world of magical politics and shadowy conspiracies. The interplay of historical settings with magic and a strong focus on characters' interpersonal relationships, especially the love triangle, are key similarities that will attract readers of "Clockwork Angel."
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A Discovery of Witches
by Deborah Harkness
Written by Deborah Harkness, "A Discovery of Witches" blends history, magic, and romance. It follows historian Diana Bishop, who uncovers a bewitched manuscript, pulling her into a dangerous underworld of magical beings. Similar to "Clockwork Angel," it features a strong female lead discovering untapped power, set against a richly detailed backdrop that mixes fantasy with real historical elements. Both books explore themes of love, identity, and supernatural intrigue within a richly textured world.
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Daughter of Smoke and Bone
by Laini Taylor
Laini Taylor's "Daughter of Smoke and Bone" is a beautifully written fantasy about Karou, a blue-haired art student who juggles life between our world and that of chimeras and seraphim. Like "Clockwork Angel," it involves complex mythology, a strong heroine who discovers her mysterious heritage, and intertwines themes of love and redemption. Both stories are filled with lush, imaginative world-building that keeps readers engaged with their rich fantasy elements and romance.
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The Bone Season
by Samantha Shannon
Samantha Shannon's "The Bone Season" is an exciting blend of dystopian fantasy and alternative history, which offers a complex world where a young clairvoyant woman named Paige lives in a society that condemns her kind. Much like "Clockwork Angel," this series opener promises a strong, determined heroine, a richly imagined fantasy setting, and an intense, gripping plot involving hidden abilities and forbidden romance.
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Beautiful Creatures
by Kami Garcia and Margaret Stohl
"Beautiful Creatures" by Kami Garcia and Margaret Stohl introduces a world of mystical incantations and a forbidden romance between Ethan Wate and Lena Duchannes. Their journey of uncovering secret legacies and battling dark forces is akin to Tessa Gray's quest in "Clockwork Angel." Both books share themes of discovery, powerful love, and a richly detailed setting where the boundaries between reality and magic are blurred.
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Shadow and Bone
by Leigh Bardugo
In "Shadow and Bone," Leigh Bardugo crafts a unique fantasy world inspired by Tsarist Russia known as the Grishaverse. Like "Clockwork Angel," this story follows a relatable and resilient young heroine, Alina Starkov, who must come to terms with her newly discovered powers amid escalating political turmoil. Both novels feature rich world-building, magical societies with their own rules and myths, and a deep exploration of identity and destiny.
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The Night Circus
by Erin Morgenstern
Erin Morgenstern's "The Night Circus" features a mysterious traveling circus that appears without warning and is open only at night. Like "Clockwork Angel," it blends elements of fantasy, mystery, and romance in an atmospheric, historical setting. Both novels captivate with their intricate plotlines and deep world-building, where magic is woven into the fabric of the world. The themes of destiny and love are central to both tales.
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The Girl in the Steel Corset
by Kady Cross
Set in a fantastical vision of the Victorian era, Kady Cross's "The Girl in the Steel Corset" follows Finley Jayne, a teenage girl with a dual nature. Like "Clockwork Angel," it merges steampunk with supernatural elements, offering detailed world-building, an adventurous storyline, and a strong, relatable female protagonist. Both novels explore the union of technology and magic, along with themes of identity and self-discovery in a world where nothing is quite as it seems.
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Graceling
by Kristin Cashore
Kristin Cashore's "Graceling" tells the tale of Katsa, a fierce warrior born with a special skill known as a Grace. The novel parallels "Clockwork Angel" with its exploration of powerful female protagonists confronting and understanding their unique abilities within a richly crafted fantasy world. Both stories provide intricate character development, action-packed narratives, and themes that delve into identity, control, and agency, making them captivating for fans of fantasy romance.