Recs if you like A Far Better Thing...

Books that include faeries, whether whimsical or scary

Let me know if you have any recommendations to add to this list!

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A list of fantasy books in which authors reimagine historical events, places, or periods. These books may contain fairies, dragons, magic, and more— all of which are used to change the course of the characters’ lives.

Historical fiction with magic, whether a lot or a little. I've mainly included books set in the 19th century to the early 20th. Some don't specify what year they're set in but have the 'vibes' of that era.

First book in a series counts as the entire series.

"When fortune smiles on something as violent and ugly as revenge, it seems proof like no other that, not only does God exist, you're doing His will."

Fiction with revolutionary themes or spirit because prefiguration (imagining possible futures, designing alternatives) is crucial. Also contains works engaging with revolutions and the lives enmeshed within them. We must protect the little flame. And books are the best.

books with fae going in and being manipulative, conniving fucks + some books where they’re just chilling

Non Sci-Fi/Fantasy classic books reimagined in sci-fi/fantasy settings

Some retellings change settings, some change viewpoint characters, others add magic to the mundane world. A list of retellings, prequels and sequels of the novels of Charles Dickens.