The Greatest American "Supernatural, Fiction" Books Since 2000

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The "Supernatural" category for books typically includes stories that involve paranormal or supernatural elements, such as ghosts, vampires, werewolves, witches, and other supernatural creatures. These books often explore themes of magic, mystery, and the unknown, and may incorporate elements of horror, romance, or fantasy. Supernatural books can range from dark and eerie tales to lighthearted and whimsical stories, but they all share a common thread of exploring the supernatural world beyond our own.

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  1. 51. The Hollow Kingdom by Clare B. Dunkle

    "The Hollow Kingdom" is a young adult novel about a teenage girl named Kate who is sent to live with her distant cousin Sir Hobb in an isolated castle in the Scottish Highlands. There, she discovers that Sir Hobb is not the benevolent guardian she thought he was, but rather a faerie lord who has taken her as his bride. Kate must navigate the dangerous and seductive world of the faeries as she tries to find a way to escape and return home. Along the way, she meets Marak, the cruel and powerful ruler of the Hollow Kingdom, who becomes both her greatest ally and her most dangerous adversary.

    The 10672nd Greatest Book of All Time
  2. 52. The 10,000 Doors Of January by Alix E Harrow

    In this enchanting novel, a young girl named January Scaller discovers a mysterious book that reveals a world of secret doorways leading to other realms, each unique and wondrous. As she delves deeper into its pages, she learns about her own family's connections to these other worlds and their role in guarding these portals. Set against the backdrop of the early 1900s, the story weaves a tale of adventure, self-discovery, and the power of words and stories to open doors to new possibilities. January must navigate a complex web of historical societies, hidden powers, and her own identity as she seeks to unlock the truth of her past and shape her destiny.

    The 10688th Greatest Book of All Time
  3. 53. Lord of Misrule: The Morganville Vampires by Rachel Caine

    In "Lord of Misrule: The Morganville Vampires", the protagonist and her friends must deal with the chaos that ensues after the town of Morganville becomes a battleground for rival vampire factions. As they navigate the dangerous landscape, they must also deal with personal dilemmas and relationships. The book combines elements of horror, romance, and supernatural fantasy to create a thrilling narrative.

    The 10723rd Greatest Book of All Time
  4. 54. Doll Bones by Holly Black

    "Doll Bones" by Holly Black is a story about three friends, Zach, Poppy, and Alice, who embark on a journey to bury a haunted doll that they believe is controlling their lives. Along the way, they encounter various challenges and obstacles that test their friendship and force them to confront their fears. As they delve deeper into the mystery surrounding the doll, they begin to uncover secrets about themselves and their families. Ultimately, they must face their fears and find the courage to do what is right, even if it means facing the unknown.

    The 10760th Greatest Book of All Time
  5. 55. A Wizard's Guide to Defensive Baking by T. Kingfisher

    "A Wizard's Guide to Defensive Baking" is a young adult fantasy novel by T. Kingfisher. The story follows fourteen-year-old wizard Mona, who uses her magical abilities to defend her town from dangerous creatures. However, when a mysterious assassin begins targeting the town's wizards, Mona finds herself in the middle of a dangerous conspiracy. With the help of a talking sourdough starter and a few unlikely allies, Mona must use her baking skills and her magic to save her community and uncover the truth behind the attacks.

    The 10768th Greatest Book of All Time
  6. 56. The Inquisitor's Tale: Or, The Three Magical Children and their Holy Dog by Adam Gidwitz

    "The Inquisitor's Tale" is a medieval adventure story about three children with magical powers and their faithful dog, who embark on a dangerous journey across France to save their fellow Jews from persecution. Along the way, they encounter knights, monks, and even the King of France, while facing challenges that test their courage, loyalty, and faith. This book is a blend of history, mythology, and fairy tale, told in a humorous and engaging style that will captivate readers of all ages.

    The 10797th Greatest Book of All Time
  7. 57. Root Magic by Eden Royce

    "Root Magic" is a middle-grade novel set in the 1960s in the Gullah community of South Carolina. The story follows twins Jezebel and Jay as they navigate their family's legacy of root magic, a form of African American folk magic. When their grandmother, who was the family's root worker, dies, they must learn to harness their own magical abilities to protect their family and community from a dangerous outsider who threatens to destroy their way of life. Along the way, they discover the power of family, friendship, and their ancestral heritage.

    The 10875th Greatest Book of All Time
  8. 58. Pahua and the Soul Stealer by Lori Lee

    "Pahua and the Soul Stealer" is a thrilling adventure story set in a mystical world where a young girl named Pahua must embark on a dangerous journey to save her village from a soul-stealing monster. With the help of her friends, Pahua sets out to find the monster's lair and put an end to its reign of terror. Along the way, she discovers the true strength of her own spirit and the power of friendship and determination. This captivating tale is filled with magic, suspense, and heart, making it a must-read for young readers who love action-packed fantasy stories.

    The 10875th Greatest Book of All Time
  9. 59. The Magician King by Lev Grossman

    This novel is the second installment in a fantasy series that follows the journey of Quentin Coldwater, who has ascended from a high school senior obsessed with a series of fantasy novels to a powerful magician and a king of the magical land of Fillory. However, Quentin finds himself restless and yearning for a new adventure, which leads him on a quest that takes him back to Earth and then into the depths of his own dark past, as well as the history and heart of Fillory itself. Alongside old and new friends, Quentin explores the boundaries of magic and his own desires, ultimately confronting a powerful enemy and learning the heavy costs of heroism and the complex nature of happiness.

    The 10939th Greatest Book of All Time
  10. 60. A Discovery Of Witches by Deborah Harkness

    This novel unfolds the tale of Diana Bishop, a young scholar and descendant of witches, who stumbles upon a bewitched manuscript in Oxford's Bodleian Library. Her discovery pulls her back into the world of magic, propelling her into the heart of a dangerous mystery. Alongside Matthew Clairmont, a mysterious vampire and geneticist, Diana is thrust into a forbidden alliance and an enchanted journey through time. As they seek to understand the manuscript's secrets, they must navigate the perilous waters of forbidden love and the age-old enmities among witches, vampires, and daemons, unraveling a history that threatens the fragile peace that has long existed between creatures and humans.

    The 10939th Greatest Book of All Time
  11. 61. Flora's Dare by Ysabeau S. Wilce

    This book is a captivating fantasy novel that follows the adventures of a young girl living in an alternate version of America, where magic and military prowess dictate social standing. The protagonist, a spirited and rebellious teenager, embarks on a daring quest to rescue her kidnapped friend, facing off against formidable magicians and exploring her own burgeoning magical abilities. Along the way, she uncovers secrets about her family's past and the true extent of her powers, all while navigating the complexities of adolescence. With its richly imagined world, dynamic characters, and a blend of humor and heart, this story is a thrilling and enchanting read for young adults and anyone who enjoys a good magical adventure.

    The 11047th Greatest Book of All Time
  12. 62. Disappearance At Devil's Rock by Paul Tremblay

    This novel is a gripping and eerie tale that unfolds in a small town where a teenage boy mysteriously vanishes from a local park, Devil's Rock, during a night out with friends. The story delves into the harrowing aftermath of his disappearance, as his mother and sister grapple with the unknown, piecing together clues that emerge in the form of shadowy figures, inexplicable diary entries, and unsettling folklore surrounding the park. The narrative masterfully blends elements of horror, suspense, and the supernatural, while also exploring themes of grief, family bonds, and the haunting nature of uncertainty. As the search intensifies, the community is drawn into a chilling quest for answers that blurs the lines between reality and nightmare.

    The 11089th Greatest Book of All Time
  13. 63. Riverland by Fran Wilde

    In this captivating fantasy novel, two sisters find themselves in a hidden, magical world beneath their abusive household, where dreams and reality intertwine. As they navigate this enchanting yet dangerous realm, they must confront their fears and the secrets of their family's past. With the safety of both worlds hanging in the balance, the sisters learn the power of resilience, the importance of facing truths, and the strength found in sisterhood. Through their journey, the novel explores themes of escape, protection, and the courage it takes to stand up against adversity.

    The 11103rd Greatest Book of All Time
  14. 64. Acceptance by Jeff VanderMeer

    "Acceptance" is the final installment in a science fiction trilogy that delves into the mysteries of Area X, a surreal and ever-changing landscape that defies explanation and has claimed the lives and sanity of many who have ventured into it. As the narrative shifts between multiple characters and timelines, the novel explores the fates of the expedition members, the origins of Area X, and the secretive agency attempting to understand it. The story weaves together the past and present, blending elements of horror, environmental science, and psychological drama to reveal the profound and often terrifying transformations wrought by this enigmatic zone. Through the eyes of a lighthouse keeper, a former director of the agency, and others deeply affected by Area X, the book examines themes of identity, the human impact on the environment, and the unknowable nature of the world around us.

    The 11130th Greatest Book of All Time
  15. 65. A Gathering Of Shadows by V. E. Schwab

    In this fantasy sequel, the story continues to follow the adventures of Kell, an Antari magician who can travel between parallel Londons, and Lila Bard, a daring thief who has seized a chance to escape her grey life for a more colorful one. As Red London prepares for the Element Games—an extravagant international competition of magic—a dark force is growing, threatening to engulf all the Londons in darkness. Meanwhile, Lila and Kell must navigate their evolving relationship and the dangers that come with it, as they grapple with their identities and the consequences of their actions in a world where peril and magic intertwine.

    The 11238th Greatest Book of All Time
  16. 66. Every Heart A Doorway by Seanan McGuire

    In a narrative that blends fantasy with a touch of the macabre, the story unfolds in a boarding school for children who have returned from magical worlds where they felt they truly belonged. These wayward souls struggle to adapt to their mundane lives, yearning to find their way back to the fantastical realms from which they were expelled. The protagonist, a girl who once wandered a land of the dead, must navigate the complex dynamics of her fellow students while the school becomes the setting of a mysterious and sinister series of events. As she delves into the investigation, the school's purpose and the students' stories intertwine, revealing the painful reality that not all doors to magical worlds can or should be reopened.

    The 11238th Greatest Book of All Time
  17. 67. City Of Miracles by Robert Jackson Bennett

    In the concluding volume of a genre-blending trilogy, a once-powerful minister, now a reclusive fugitive, is thrust back into the chaotic world of political intrigue and divine magic following the murder of his old friend. Seeking vengeance, he navigates a city teeming with divine entities and their earthly agendas. As he uncovers secrets that could reshape the world, he finds himself becoming a linchpin in the struggle for power among the gods and their human conduits. The narrative weaves a tale of redemption, the cost of power, and the nature of miracles in a reality where the divine walk among men, and the fate of all rests on the brink of monumental change.

    The 11246th Greatest Book of All Time
  18. 68. A Conjuring Of Light by V. E. Schwab

    In this thrilling conclusion to a dark fantasy trilogy, the magical city of Red London is under threat from a malevolent force that has already wreaked havoc in neighboring worlds. The story follows a group of heroes, including a roguish pirate, a stubborn prince, and a powerful magician, as they band together to protect their home from the encroaching darkness. With high stakes and a blend of adventure, romance, and sorcery, the characters must navigate treacherous politics, personal demons, and an epic confrontation with an ancient enemy. The fate of multiple worlds hangs in the balance as they attempt to perform a dangerous act of magic—a conjuring of light—to vanquish the shadow once and for all.

    The 11246th Greatest Book of All Time
  19. 69. The Kingdom Of Copper by S. A. Chakraborty

    In this enthralling fantasy sequel, the tale continues of a young con artist of Cairo who is immersed in a magical world she never knew existed. Now, trapped within the royal court of Daevabad, she faces a dire situation as old tensions between djinn tribes escalate, threatening to ignite a civil war. With a city brimming with unrest and her loved ones in peril, she must navigate treacherous political waters to protect her heritage and secure peace, all while grappling with her own powers and the haunting legacy of a long-lost city. As alliances shift and dangerous enemies emerge, the future of the magical kingdom hangs in the balance.

    The 11264th Greatest Book of All Time
  20. 70. Monster Hunter Memories: Grunge by Larry Correia, John Ringo

    This novel is a thrilling entry in a popular urban fantasy series, blending action, humor, and supernatural elements. It follows the story of a Marine veteran who, after a life-altering encounter with a supernatural entity, joins a secretive organization dedicated to hunting and neutralizing monsters that threaten humanity. Set in the 1990s, the protagonist navigates the challenges of adapting to civilian life, the complexities of working within a team of unique and skilled individuals, and the dangers posed by a variety of monstrous foes. The narrative is rich with detailed world-building, intense combat sequences, and a deep exploration of the characters' backgrounds and motivations, making it a compelling read for fans of action-packed fantasy adventures.

    The 11329th Greatest Book of All Time
  21. 71. Battle Ground by Jim Butcher

    In this thrilling installment of a popular urban fantasy series, the city of Chicago becomes the epicenter of a supernatural war. The protagonist, a wizard detective, must rally his allies, both mortal and magical, to defend the city against a formidable and ancient enemy leading an army of monsters. As the battle rages, the stakes are higher than ever, pushing the hero to the limits of his power and resolve. Loyalties are tested, and sacrifices are made, in a desperate fight not just for survival, but for the soul of the city itself. The narrative is packed with action, magic, and the series' hallmark witty dialogue, making it a gripping read from start to finish.

    The 11343rd Greatest Book of All Time
  22. 72. The Hollow Places by T. Kingfisher

    This novel follows a young woman who, after a personal upheaval, moves in with her uncle to help run his quirky museum of oddities. When she discovers a mysterious hole in the museum's wall, it leads her into a series of surreal, alternate realities filled with terrifying creatures and endless, hollow spaces. Teaming up with a fellow traveler, she embarks on a harrowing journey to find her way back home, facing not just the physical dangers of these other worlds but also confronting her deepest fears and insecurities. The narrative weaves a tale of adventure, horror, and self-discovery, as the protagonist learns the true meaning of courage and resilience in the face of the unknown.

    The 11343rd Greatest Book of All Time

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