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by Katherine Rundell
4.52024367 pages
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- 1Impossible Creatures by Katherine Rundell4.5
- 2Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief by Rick Riordan4.7Series starter
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- 7Nevermoor: The Trials of Morrigan Crow by Jessica Townsend4.6
- 8The Hidden Oracle by Rick Riordan4.6#1
- 9Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone by J.K. Rowling4.8
- 10The Son of Neptune: The Graphic Novel by Rick Riordan0
When the magic begins mysteriously fading from the Archipelago—a hidden cluster of islands where dragons, sphinxes, and other magical creatures have thrived for millennia—Christopher and Mal must race from island to island to discover what's killing the ancient magic before it's gone forever. As magical creatures begin dying and the very fabric of their world unravels, the two young heroes realize that saving this last bastion of wonder may be an impossible task that only they can accomplish.
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Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief
Start of Percy Jackson and the Olympians seriesby Rick Riordan
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The Red Pyramid
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This fantasy shares a adventurous and urgent tone that will resonate with The Poisoned King (Impossible Creatures Book 2) fans.
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The Dragonet Prophecy (Wings of Fire)
Start of Wings of Fire seriesby Tui T. Sutherland
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This fantasy shares a hopeful but tense tone that will resonate with The Poisoned King (Impossible Creatures Book 2) fans.
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This fantasy shares a hopeful and adventurous tone that will resonate with The Poisoned King (Impossible Creatures Book 2) fans.
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This fantasy shares a whimsical but earnest tone that will resonate with The Poisoned King (Impossible Creatures Book 2) fans.
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The Hidden Oracle
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This fantasy shares a sarcastic and adventurous tone that will resonate with The Poisoned King (Impossible Creatures Book 2) fans.
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Quick Comparison: Books Like The Poisoned King (Impossible Creatures Book 2)
| Book | Author | Rating | Year | Pages | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Impossible Creatures | Katherine Rundell | 4.5 | 2024 | 367 | Same author |
| Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief📚 Series starter | Rick Riordan | 4.7 | 2013 | 400 | Start a new series |
| The Red Pyramid📚 Series starter | Rick Riordan | 4.7 | 2010 | 516 | Start a new series |
| The Dragonet Prophecy (Wings of Fire)📚 Series starter | Tui T. Sutherland | 4.7 | 2012 | 336 | Start a new series |
| The School for Good and Evil📚 Series starter | Soman Chainani | 4.0 | 2013 | 488 | Start a new series |
| Keeper of the Lost Cities📚 Series starter | Shannon Messenger | 4.4 | 2012 | 496 | Start a new series |
| Nevermoor: The Trials of Morrigan Crow📚 Series starter | Jessica Townsend | 4.6 | 2018 | 512 | Start a new series |
| The Hidden Oracle | Rick Riordan | 4.6 | 2017 | 376 | Similar vibes |
| Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone | J.K. Rowling | 4.8 | 1997 | 320 | Similar vibes |
| The Son of Neptune: The Graphic Novel | Rick Riordan | 0 | 2017 | — | Similar vibes |
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What books are most similar to The Poisoned King (Impossible Creatures Book 2)?
The most similar books to The Poisoned King (Impossible Creatures Book 2) are Impossible Creatures, Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief, The Red Pyramid.
What should I read after The Poisoned King (Impossible Creatures Book 2)?
After finishing The Poisoned King (Impossible Creatures Book 2), readers most commonly pick up Impossible Creatures next. Alternatively, you might enjoy more books by Katherine Rundell, such as Impossible Creatures.
Who writes books like Katherine Rundell?
Authors similar to Katherine Rundell include Jessica Townsend, Lisa McMann, Jasper Fforde, Erin Hunter, Andrew Peterson.
What genre is The Poisoned King (Impossible Creatures Book 2)?
The Poisoned King (Impossible Creatures Book 2) is a Fantasy novel by Katherine Rundell, published in 2025.
How long is The Poisoned King (Impossible Creatures Book 2)?
The Poisoned King (Impossible Creatures Book 2) is 304 pages long.
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About The Poisoned King (Impossible Creatures Book 2)
Two kids race to save the world’s last magical place in this instant classic from “a writer with an utterly distinctive voice and a wild imagination.” (Philip Pullman, author of The Golden Compass) The day that Christopher saved a drowning baby griffin from a hidden lake would change his life forever. It’s the day he learned about the Archipelago—a cluster of unmapped islands where magical creatures of every kind have thrived for thousands of years, until now. And it’s the day he met Mal—a girl on the run, in desperate need of his help. Mal and Christopher embark on a wild adventure, racing from island to island, searching for someone who can explain why the magic is fading and why magical creatures are suddenly dying. They consult sphinxes, battle kraken, and negotiate with dragons. But the closer they get to the dark truth of what’s happening, the clearer it becomes: no one else can fix this. If the Archipelago is to be saved, Mal and Christopher will have to do it themselves. Katherine Rundell’s story crackles and roars with energy and delight. It is brought vividly to life with more than 60 illustrations, including a map and a bestiary of magical creatures. A PUBLISHERS WEEKLY, KIRKUS REVIEWS, AND SHELF AWARENESS BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR