10 Best Books Like The Priory of the Orange Tree
If you loved The Priory of the Orange Tree by Samantha Shannon, here are the most similar books our readers recommend.
Quick Answer
The best books like The Priory of the Orange Tree are:
- 1The Goblin Emperor by Katherine Addison0
- 2The Fifth Season by N.K. Jemisin0#1
- 3The Bear and the Nightingale by Katherine Arden0#1
- 4Uprooted by Naomi Novik0
- 5The Poppy War by R.F. Kuang0Series starter
- 6The House in the Cerulean Sea by TJ Klune4.6
- 7Under the Whispering Door by TJ Klune4.4
- 8The Fellowship of the Ring by J.R.R. Tolkien0
- 9The Name of the Wind by Patrick Rothfuss0Series starter
- 10Assassin's Apprentice by Robin Hobb0Series starter
In a world divided by ancient dragon lore, four women from different kingdoms must unite to face the return of an ancient evil that threatens all civilization
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Detailed Recommendations
The Fifth Season
Broken Earth #1 (works standalone)by N.K. Jemisin
Why you'll love it:
This delivers a very similar reading experience to The Priory of the Orange Tree — fans consistently love both.
The Bear and the Nightingale
Winternight #1 (works standalone)by Katherine Arden
Why you'll love it:
A perfect companion read that hits the same notes as The Priory of the Orange Tree.
by Naomi Novik
Why you'll love it:
This fantasy shares a atmospheric and grounding tone that will resonate with The Priory of the Orange Tree fans.
The Poppy War
Start of Poppy War seriesby R.F. Kuang
Why you'll love it:
This delivers a very similar reading experience to The Priory of the Orange Tree — fans consistently love both.
by TJ Klune
Why you'll love it:
A fellow LGBTQIA+ fantasy with similar appeal and tone.
by TJ Klune
Why you'll love it:
A fellow LGBTQIA+ fantasy with similar appeal and tone.
by J.R.R. Tolkien
Why you'll love it:
This fantasy shares a noble and melancholic tone that will resonate with The Priory of the Orange Tree fans.
The Name of the Wind
Start of An Unfinished seriesby Patrick Rothfuss
Why you'll love it:
This fantasy shares a melancholy and lyrical tone that will resonate with The Priory of the Orange Tree fans.
Assassin's Apprentice
Start of The Farseer Trilogy seriesby Robin Hobb
Why you'll love it:
This fantasy shares a melancholy and introspective tone that will resonate with The Priory of the Orange Tree fans.
Quick Comparison: Books Like The Priory of the Orange Tree
| Book | Author | Rating | Year | Pages | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Goblin Emperor | Katherine Addison | 0 | 2014 | — | Closest match |
| The Fifth Season | N.K. Jemisin | 0 | 2015 | — | Similar vibes |
| The Bear and the Nightingale | Katherine Arden | 0 | 2020 | — | Similar vibes |
| Uprooted | Naomi Novik | 0 | — | — | Similar vibes |
| The Poppy War📚 Series starter | R.F. Kuang | 0 | 2018 | — | Start a new series |
| The House in the Cerulean Sea | TJ Klune | 4.6 | 2020 | 416 | Similar vibes |
| Under the Whispering Door | TJ Klune | 4.4 | 2023 | 384 | Similar vibes |
| The Fellowship of the Ring | J.R.R. Tolkien | 0 | 1973 | 206 | Similar vibes |
| The Name of the Wind📚 Series starter | Patrick Rothfuss | 0 | 2007 | — | Start a new series |
| Assassin's Apprentice📚 Series starter | Robin Hobb | 0 | 2012 | — | Start a new series |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What books are most similar to The Priory of the Orange Tree?
The most similar books to The Priory of the Orange Tree are The Goblin Emperor, The Fifth Season, The Bear and the Nightingale.
What should I read after The Priory of the Orange Tree?
After finishing The Priory of the Orange Tree, readers most commonly pick up The Goblin Emperor next.
Who writes books like Samantha Shannon?
Authors similar to Samantha Shannon include Robin Hobb, N.K. Jemisin, Naomi Novik.
What genre is The Priory of the Orange Tree?
The Priory of the Orange Tree is a Fantasy novel by Samantha Shannon, published in 2019. It features elements of Dragon, LGBTQ+, Multiple POV.
How long is The Priory of the Orange Tree?
The Priory of the Orange Tree varies in length depending on edition.
Does The Priory of the Orange Tree have romance/spice?
The Priory of the Orange Tree has a spice level of 2/5. This book has moderate romantic content.
About The Priory of the Orange Tree
In a world divided by ancient dragon lore, four women from different kingdoms must unite to face the return of an ancient evil that threatens all civilization. Shannon creates magnificent epic fantasy that combines Eastern and Western dragon mythology with diverse representation and complex political intrigue across multiple continents. A standalone epic that proves you don't need a series to tell a complete, sweeping fantasy story, this novel explores themes of duty, sacrifice, and love across cultures while featuring some of the most beautiful dragon lore in modern fantasy and celebrating diverse relationships and strong female characters in a richly imagined world.