Books similar to "The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue"
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The Time Traveler's Wife
by Audrey Niffenegger
Written by Audrey Niffenegger, this novel follows Henry, a man with a genetic disorder that causes him to involuntarily time travel, and Clare, his wife, who tries to maintain a relationship through the chaos. Like "The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue," it explores themes of time, love, and the struggle to hold onto meaningful relationships across non-linear timelines.
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Circe
by Madeline Miller
Madeline Miller's "Circe" is a retelling of the Greek myth about a nymph who defies gods and men to find her power. Similar to Addie's tale of fighting for self-identity in a world that forgets her, Circe discovers resilience in her banishment and isolation. Both protagonists are defined by their long lifespans, introspection, and empowerment despite adverse conditions.
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The Night Circus
by Erin Morgenstern
Erin Morgenstern's "The Night Circus" is a magical love story unfolding within a mysterious circus that appears only at night. It shares with Addie's tale the themes of enchantment, freedom, and a deep, mystical exploration of existence and one's connection to love over time, set in a surreal and richly atmospheric universe.
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The Shadow of the Wind
by Carlos Ruiz Zafón
Carlos Ruiz Zafón's novel is set in post-war Barcelona and follows a young boy who discovers a mysterious book, setting off a lifelong quest connected to its vanished author. Like Addie's story, this book intertwines fate, forgotten histories, and the impact of seemingly small choices and encounters, enriched with atmospheric storytelling.
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The First Fifteen Lives of Harry August
by Claire North
Claire North's novel is about Harry August, who cannot die permanently and relives his life repeatedly. This echoes Addie's eternal struggle with immortality and the ephemeral nature of human connections. Both characters seek purpose in a seemingly endless existence, balancing the burdens of their conditions with small triumphs of love and meaning.
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The Historian
by Elizabeth Kostova
Elizabeth Kostova's "The Historian" intertwines a rich tapestry of history and adventure as a young woman unravels her family's mysterious legacy with Dracula. Similar to Addie's narrative, it delves into timelessness, legacy, and the echoes of history's secrets, blending the romantic with the supernatural elements.
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The Ten Thousand Doors of January
by Alix E. Harrow
Alix E. Harrow's book follows January Scaller, who finds a book that reveals portals to other worlds. Like Addie's journey of escaping her mundane existence, January's exploration of her own powers and the magical worlds highlights themes of self-discovery and the beauty hidden in the everyday. Both books feature strong female protagonists navigating multiple realities.
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A Discovery of Witches
by Deborah Harkness
Deborah Harkness introduces a world where witches, vampires, and daemons infiltrate our own. The book follows Diana Bishop and her struggle for normalcy in a life that's far from ordinary. Similar to Addie LaRue's fight for agency in a world controlled by forces beyond her, this series weaves supernatural elements into a quest for identity and love.
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Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell
by Susanna Clarke
Susanna Clarke's novel is about the return of magic to early 19th-century England through two rival magicians. It mirrors Addie's story in its exploration of magical realism, the influence of powers beyond one's control, and the interpersonal dynamics in a world rich with mythic undertones.
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Station Eleven
by Emily St. John Mandel
Emily St. John Mandel writes about a world reshaped by a pandemic, with interwoven stories from before and after. Like Addie's narrative, the novel examines the persistence of art, memory, and human connections in the face of inevitable change and time. Both stories reflect on the fragility and resilience inherent in human histories.