Most of us have grown up mystified in the world created by J.K.Rowling. Harry and his friends have a special place in our hearts, and all the potterheads still go back to read and re-read the series and relive that magical world. However, this time, we have something else to interest all you magical folks. We are here with a list of fantasy works that you would definitely enjoy if you grew up engrossed in the world of Hogwarts. Take a look.
A Song of Ice and Fire, George R.R. Martin
This series, and specially its T.V. adaptation, has created waves all over. An adult fantasy series, you should definitely pick this one if you want intrigue, drama, and suspense bundled in fantasy.
Percy Jackson, Rick Riordian
Well, yes, we are now grown up to start this series for young adults, but this story of a boy who finds out that he is actually the son of a demi-god, and his quest into this world of his new identity, is truly enchanting.
The Magicians (Trilogy), Lev Grossman
The first book released to rave reviews from fans of fantasy and critics alike. The story of a boy who attends an upstate college of magic with his friends. Reading this after Harry Potter series, is like graduating from school to college, which is quite fascinating
The Alchemyst: The Secrets of the Immortal Nicholas Flamel, Michael Scott
Did we hear Nicholas Flamel? Well, no reasons required as to why a Harry Potter fan would love to read this one. Here is a clue though, he made the Philosopher’s Stone.
The Night Circus, Erin Morgenstern
The story of a circus that crops up out of nowhere, two rival magicians who prepare for a duel, only to fall in love eventually. We like!
Neverwhere, Neil Gaiman
This is an adult fiction which tells the story of an ordinary businessman, who stops one day at the sidewalk, to help a bleeding girl. He topples through the cracks of the wall to find himself in an extraordinary world of saints, monsters, angels, and more.
Update your booklist and keep your wishlist ready! And yes, you are most welcome.
Author: Kadambari Srivastava