Are you captivated by atmospheric tales of folklore, feminine power, and layered storytelling found in books like The Sirens by Emilia Hart? If so, you’ll be enchanted by this list. The Sirens is a spellbinding novel that blends myth, history, and the supernatural, following generations of women whose lives are shaped by secrets and the sea. For readers drawn to books that echo with mystery, memory, and resilience, these similar books like The Sirens by Emilia Hart are sure to enchant and linger in your mind.
1. The Once and Future Witches by Alix E. Harrow
Three estranged sisters come together in a magical version of 1890s America to bring witchcraft back into the world and fight for women’s rights. This richly detailed story weaves together suffrage, folklore, and female strength in a historical setting crackling with enchantment.
2. The Lost Apothecary by Sarah Penner
A hidden apothecary shop in 18th-century London offers poisonous remedies to women wronged by men. As a modern historian uncovers its secrets centuries later, the two narratives entwine in a suspenseful, feminist story about empowerment and survival.
3. The Lighthouse Witches by C.J. Cooke
On a remote Scottish island, a woman and her daughters discover a lighthouse tied to centuries-old witch hunts and vanishings. With eerie folklore and chilling suspense, this novel explores motherhood, grief, and the legacy of fear.
4. The Mercies by Kiran Millwood Hargrave
After a deadly storm kills the men of a 17th-century Norwegian village, the women struggle to rebuild, only to face persecution from a new authority who sees them as witches. Haunting and powerful, this story examines survival, suspicion, and solidarity.
5. The Miniaturist by Jessie Burton
A young bride in 1600s Amsterdam receives a mysterious miniature replica of her home, revealing secrets that threaten her new life. This historical tale is rich in symbolism, intrigue, and the quiet rebellion of women constrained by their time.
6. The Dovekeepers by Alice Hoffman
Four women tell their stories of love, magic, and sacrifice during the siege of Masada in ancient Israel. With lyrical prose and a deep sense of spiritual mystery, this novel honors the resilience of women through generations of struggle and hope.
7. The Golem and the Jinni by Helene Wecker
In turn-of-the-century New York, two supernatural beings from different cultures cross paths and form an unexpected bond. Their story explores identity, destiny, and the immigrant experience through a blend of folklore and historical fiction.
8. The Witch’s Daughter by Paula Brackston
Surviving centuries after being accused of witchcraft, a woman hides in the modern world while confronting a dark figure from her past. This sweeping narrative moves between eras, exploring love, loss, and the cost of power.
9. The Binding by Bridget Collins
In a world where books can contain people’s memories, a young man uncovers a forgotten past that changes everything. With lush language and emotional depth, this novel reflects on trauma, truth, and the stories we choose to forget.
10. The Night Watchman by Louise Erdrich
Based on real events, this novel follows a Native American community’s fight against governmental displacement in 1950s North Dakota. Blending activism, personal history, and a touch of spiritual folklore, it’s a moving portrayal of strength and cultural identity.
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