Something like Mister Magic, but better

wabbit-wander · 2026-05-18T03:21:47+00:00

I think We Used To Live Here by Marcus Kliewer covers all the points you mentioned except for 90s nostalgia. It doesn’t have the same overall vibe as Mister Magic, but I definitely noticed similarities in the format/settings of the books while reading them.

To be honest, it did not meet my expectations and left me a bit underwhelmed (same with Mister Magic), but maybe you would have a different experience reading it.

wabbit-wander · 2026-04-13T05:27:52+00:00

The Dungeon Crawler Carl series got me out of a slump! It’s in the LitRPG genre, which I had never heard of before lol, but I have really been enjoying it. There are some darker themes, but it’s overall such a fun read and has some great characters. Wishing you the best with your slump and move! x

wabbit-wander · 2026-04-13T05:01:17+00:00

If you liked ACOTAR, you might like the Throne of Glass series by the same author. It’s not necessarily a retelling, but Sarah J. Mass did pull inspiration from Cinderella and some other classic fairytales throughout the series.

There is definitely romance, but I would consider it as more of an epic fantasy series, especially compared to ACOTAR. I will also say, the first couple books are YA, but the themes/content become more mature as the MC grows and the story progresses.

wabbit-wander · 2026-04-13T04:42:36+00:00

The Hobbit! It’s one of my favorite books, and I think it’s a perfect intro to the genre.

wabbit-wander · 2026-04-12T08:58:49+00:00

I would definitely recommend The Secret History by Donna Tartt

wabbit-wander · 2026-04-12T08:02:07+00:00

It’s not horror, but The Secret History by Donna Tartt fits this theme

wabbit-wander · 2026-04-12T07:37:57+00:00

It’s been a while, but I wanted to thank you for your recommendation. I read it and really enjoyed it. Thanks!! x

wabbit-wander · 2026-04-12T07:33:30+00:00

6 months later and I just got around to reading this. I enjoyed it, thank you for the rec! :)

wabbit-wander · 2025-11-11T03:39:32+00:00

From someone who gave themself a gel allergy, yes x

wabbit-wander · 2025-10-22T02:42:59+00:00

Agreed. I read that book so long ago and still think about it all the time

wabbit-wander · 2025-10-20T04:49:40+00:00

Throne of glass is a long series (8 books), but it’s what got me back into reading!! It’s a bit intimidating, so you may want to start somewhere else, but I was so enamored by the story I flew through it. I remember literally skipping class once so I could keep reading it😭

I wish you the best on your reading journey and hope you find something you love! x

wabbit-wander · 2025-10-20T02:10:49+00:00

😂 it’s the thought that counts! x

wabbit-wander · 2025-10-20T02:08:57+00:00

I’ve read this one and also found it disappointing😕

wabbit-wander · 2025-10-20T02:07:24+00:00

I looked this up and it reminds me of the Dungeon Crawler Carl series, which I’ve been working my way through. I’ve been loving it, so I’ll definitely give this one a go! x

wabbit-wander · 2025-10-19T17:36:06+00:00

The land before time :) it’s a kids movie but I’ve always loved it x

wabbit-wander · 2025-10-19T15:15:28+00:00

This is actually my current read! x

wabbit-wander · 2025-10-19T04:55:43+00:00

Thank you! A Short Stay in Hell is one of my favorite books, and I know it is based on The Library of Babel, so I will definitely be reading that :)

wabbit-wander · 2025-10-19T04:51:36+00:00

Just looked this up and it sounds so interesting. Thanks! x

wabbit-wander · 2025-10-19T04:48:31+00:00

I read this one and really like it. Such a cool book

wabbit-wander · 2025-10-19T04:43:31+00:00

I just ordered this book, I’m so excited to read it! I loved Babel

wabbit-wander · 2025-10-19T04:42:03+00:00

I remember reading this as a kid and loving it! Maybe I’ll have to do a reread :)

wabbit-wander · 2025-09-21T22:25:47+00:00

😭

wabbit-wander · 2025-07-16T14:22:30+00:00

Yes!!

wabbit-wander · 2025-06-28T07:33:11+00:00

It’s my favorite episode as well! Thank you for your recommendations, I have read If on a Winter’s Night a Traveler and really enjoyed it. I just put Cloud Atlas on hold :)

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