Fox & Wit Weekly Book Recommendations: Books based on quotes from Wicked
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Few musicals have left as lasting an impact as Wicked, with its unforgettable music, powerful themes, and iconic quotes. Whether you're drawn to Elphaba’s defiant independence, Glinda’s journey of self-discovery, or the story’s exploration of power, love, and destiny, there’s a book out there that captures the same magic. In this list, we’ve paired some of the most memorable quotes from Wicked with book recommendations that evoke the same themes—stories of rebellion, unexpected friendships, and finding your own path in a world that wants to define you.
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So, whether you’re ready to defy gravity with epic fantasy, tragic love stories, or character-driven narratives, this list has something for every reader who has ever felt a little wicked. Let’s dive in!
We Shall Be Monsters by Alyssa Wees
The Manningtree Witches by A.K. Blakemore
A Sorceress Comes To Call by T. Kingfisher
Starling House by Alix E. Harrow
A Deadly Education by Naomi Novik
The Phoenix King by Aparna Verma
An Academy for Liars by Alexis Henderson
My Darling Dreadful Thing by Johanna Van Veen
The Book of Witching by C. J. Cooke
And lastly,
Rising by Nelle Nikole
A Dowry of Blood by S. T. Gibson
The Poppy War by R.F. Kuang