Whimsical Portal Fantasy?

I only recently got back into reading at the end of last year so I’ve been trying to read a bit of everything to really nail down my genre of choice.

A common theme I’m seeing is I love books that feel almost like a fairytale and I really enjoy books where the main character goes to a new/magical world.

Some of my favorites this years have been:

Strange the Dreamer – loved the library vibes at the beginning and then traveling to the mythical city of Weep

Piranesi- magical labyrinth with gorgeous scenery and a main character that oozes kindness

The Starless Sea- a bunch of stories all woven together and a main setting of a an underground sea. Writing that invokes a lot of imagery.

Caraval- YA magical traveling “carnival”. Again, lots of imagery of colorful and fantastic elements but with a slightly dark and mysterious plot happening.

Tress of the Emerald Sea – unique world, animal companion and a journey across the world to rescue her true love

Any recommendations that you think feel similar to this would be greatly appreciated!!

by misterDubzz