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Fated
Alex Verus #1 (works standalone)by Benedict Jacka
02012322 pages
Why you'll love it:
This fantasy shares a gritty and cerebral tone that will resonate with Ghost Story fans.
10 Best Books Like Ghost Story
If you loved Ghost Story by Jim Butcher, here are the most similar books our readers recommend.
Quick Answer
The best books like Ghost Story are:
- 1Fated by Benedict Jacka0#1
- 2Sword Catcher by Cassandra Clare0#1
- 3Fool Moon by Jim Butcher4.4
- 4Good Omens by Terry Pratchett & Neil Gaiman4.3
- 5Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell by Susanna Clarke0
- 6Emily Wilde's Encyclopaedia of Faeries by Heather Fawcett4.3#1
- 7Jade City by Fonda Lee0#1
- 8Neverwhere by Neil Gaiman4.5
- 9The Poppy War by R.F. Kuang0Series starter
- 10A Game of Thrones by George R.R. Martin0Series starter
When wizard detective Harry Dresden is murdered by an unknown assassin, being dead doesn't stop him from trying to protect his friends from the supernatural threats stalking Chicago's shadows. Now existing as a spirit without his body or magical powers, Harry must somehow pull off the ultimate trick to save both his loved ones and his own soul. But several dark entities have their own scores to settle with the deceased wizard, making his ghostly investigation a race against time and vengeance.
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Detailed Recommendations
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Sword Catcher
A Planned #1 (works standalone)by Cassandra Clare
0
Why you'll love it:
This fantasy shares a romantic and dangerous tone that will resonate with Ghost Story fans.
3
by Jim Butcher
4.42011368 pages
Why you'll love it:
Another Jim Butcher book — if you love their writing style, this is a natural next pick.
4
by Terry Pratchett & Neil Gaiman
4.31990384 pages
Why you'll love it:
This fantasy shares a witty and irreverent tone that will resonate with Ghost Story fans.
5
by Susanna Clarke
02009
Why you'll love it:
This fantasy shares a scholarly and melancholic tone that will resonate with Ghost Story fans.
6
Emily Wilde's Encyclopaedia of Faeries
Emily Wilde #1 (works standalone)by Heather Fawcett
4.32023335 pages
Why you'll love it:
This fantasy shares a cozy yet dangerous tone that will resonate with Ghost Story fans.
7
Jade City
Green Bone Saga #1 (works standalone)by Fonda Lee
02017
Why you'll love it:
This fantasy shares a brutal but intimate tone that will resonate with Ghost Story fans.
8
by Neil Gaiman
4.52017448 pages
Why you'll love it:
This fantasy shares a dark and whimsical tone that will resonate with Ghost Story fans.
9
The Poppy War
Start of Poppy War seriesby R.F. Kuang
02018
Why you'll love it:
This fantasy shares a brutal and unforgiving tone that will resonate with Ghost Story fans.
10
A Game of Thrones
Start of A Song of Ice and Fire seriesby George R.R. Martin
02005
Why you'll love it:
This fantasy shares a brutal and cynical tone that will resonate with Ghost Story fans.
Quick Comparison: Books Like Ghost Story
| Book | Author | Rating | Year | Pages | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fated | Benedict Jacka | 0 | 2012 | 322 | Closest match |
| Sword Catcher | Cassandra Clare | 0 | — | — | Similar vibes |
| Fool Moon | Jim Butcher | 4.4 | 2011 | 368 | Same author |
| Good Omens | Terry Pratchett & Neil Gaiman | 4.3 | 1990 | 384 | Similar vibes |
| Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell | Susanna Clarke | 0 | 2009 | — | Similar vibes |
| Emily Wilde's Encyclopaedia of Faeries | Heather Fawcett | 4.3 | 2023 | 335 | Similar vibes |
| Jade City | Fonda Lee | 0 | 2017 | — | Similar vibes |
| Neverwhere | Neil Gaiman | 4.5 | 2017 | 448 | Similar vibes |
| The Poppy War📚 Series starter | R.F. Kuang | 0 | 2018 | — | Start a new series |
| A Game of Thrones📚 Series starter | George R.R. Martin | 0 | 2005 | — | Start a new series |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What books are most similar to Ghost Story?
The most similar books to Ghost Story are Fated, Sword Catcher, Fool Moon.
What should I read after Ghost Story?
After finishing Ghost Story, readers most commonly pick up Fated next. Alternatively, you might enjoy more books by Jim Butcher, such as Peace Talks.
Who writes books like Jim Butcher?
Authors similar to Jim Butcher include Jessica Townsend, Lisa McMann, Jasper Fforde, Erin Hunter, Andrew Peterson.
What genre is Ghost Story?
Ghost Story is a Fantasy novel by Jim Butcher, published in 2011. It features elements of Magic, Urban Fantasy, Paranormal.
How long is Ghost Story?
Ghost Story is 481 pages long.
About Ghost Story
When we last left the mighty wizard detective Harry Dresden, he wasn't doing well. In fact, he had been murdered by an unknown assassin. But being dead doesn't stop him when his friends are in danger. Except now he has no body, and no magic to help him. And there are also several dark spirits roaming the Chicago shadows who owe Harry some payback of their own. To save his friends—and his own soul—Harry will have to pull off the ultimate trick without any magic...