Lirael: 2

Garth Nix's stunning sequel takes us deeper into the Old Kingdom, where Lirael—a shy outcast with a hidden destiny—discovers her powers as a Remembrancer and Abhorsen-in-waiting. Darker and more complex than Sabriel, this is epic fantasy at its finest: necromancy, ancient magic, and the Disreputable Dog who steals every scene. Perfect for readers who love richly layered worlds, reluctant heroes coming into their own, and magic systems that feel genuinely dangerous and mysterious.