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Lockwood & Co. by Jonathan Stroud is a thrilling series that combines supernatural elements with mystery and adventure, set in an alternate London where ghosts and spirits are a part of everyday life. If you enjoyed the ghostly encounters, witty characters, and suspenseful plot twists in Lockwood & Co., here are eight other books you might love!
1. The Graveyard Book by Neil Gaiman
The Graveyard Book follows the life of Nobody Owens, a boy raised by ghosts in a graveyard after his family is murdered. As he grows up, Nobody (or Bod, as he is known) learns about the supernatural world and faces dangers from both the living and the dead. Like Lockwood & Co., this book combines dark fantasy with adventure and has a young protagonist who navigates a spooky and mysterious world. Gaiman’s storytelling is both eerie and charming, making it a perfect read for fans of supernatural mysteries.
2. Artemis Fowl by Eoin Colfer
This series revolves around Artemis Fowl, a 12-year-old criminal mastermind who discovers the existence of fairies and plots to exploit their magic for his gain. The story blends fantasy with technology, creating a thrilling and humorous adventure. Although not a ghost story, the Artemis Fowl series has a similar blend of humour, suspense, and a clever young protagonist. The series is filled with action, magic, and witty dialogue that fans of Lockwood & Co. will enjoy.
3. His Dark Materials by Philip Pullman
This trilogy follows Lyra Belacqua and Will Parry as they travel through parallel universes, uncovering mysteries about Dust, a mysterious substance that affects consciousness. Along the way, they encounter witches, armoured bears, and a host of other fantastical creatures. His Dark Materials is known for its rich world-building and complex characters, much like Lockwood & Co. The series combines elements of fantasy, science fiction, and adventure, with a plot full of twists and turns.
4. Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children by Ransom Riggs
This series begins with a young boy named Jacob who discovers a mysterious orphanage for children with peculiar abilities. As he uncovers more about his grandfather’s past and the orphanage, he is drawn into a world of danger and mystery. The blend of supernatural elements, mystery, and historical settings in Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children will appeal to fans of Lockwood & Co. The story’s eerie atmosphere and unique characters add to the intrigue.
5. The Bartimaeus Trilogy by Jonathan Stroud
Set in a world where magicians summon powerful djinnis to do their bidding, the series follows the adventures of Nathaniel, a young magician, and Bartimaeus, a wise-cracking djinni. Together, they navigate a society filled with political intrigue and magical dangers. Also written by Jonathan Stroud, this trilogy offers a similar mix of humor, adventure, and supernatural elements. Bartimaeus’s witty narrative and the dark, magical setting make it a great companion to Lockwood & Co.
6. The House with a Clock in Its Walls by John Bellairs
This novel tells the story of a young boy named Lewis who moves in with his uncle in a mysterious house filled with hidden secrets and dark magic. As he learns more about his uncle’s world of magic, he becomes involved in a quest to stop an evil clock from ending the world. The book combines a spooky setting with magical adventures and a young protagonist discovering a world of mystery, much like Lockwood & Co. The eerie atmosphere and suspenseful plot make it a thrilling read.
7. City of Ghosts by Victoria Schwab
This book follows Cassidy Blake, a girl who can see ghosts after a near-death experience. Her parents, who host a TV show about haunted locations, take her to Edinburgh, where she encounters more than just ghosts. City of Ghosts has a similar ghost-hunting theme and a young protagonist with special abilities. The story’s mix of suspense, adventure, and supernatural elements will appeal to fans of Lockwood & Co.
8. A Series of Unfortunate Events by Lemony Snicket
This series follows the three Baudelaire orphans as they try to escape the clutches of the evil Count Olaf while uncovering secrets about their parents and the mysterious V.F.D. organisation. With its dark humour, clever writing, and series of unfortunate events, this series offers a unique reading experience similar to Lockwood & Co. The engaging plot and quirky characters make it a must-read for fans of dark, humorous tales.