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Top rated occult fiction books
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Best magical realism
The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern
This novel weaves magic and romance together in a mysterious circus that appears at night. The magical competition between two young illusionists drives the plot.
- Magical storytelling
- Unique setting
- Romantic plot
- Slow pacing
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Best horror
The Hellbound Heart by Clive Barker
The Hellbound Heart is a horror novella that explores themes of pleasure and pain through the discovery of a mysterious puzzle box. It delves into dark and eerie realms.
- Dark atmosphere
- Haunting plot
- Intricate characters
- Graphic content
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Best classic occult fiction
The Master and Margarita by Mikhail Bulgakov
This surreal Soviet novel follows the Devil as he visits Moscow, accompanied by a talking cat and a witch. It blends satire, fantasy, and occult themes.
- Surreal storytelling
- Social commentary
- Memorable characters
- Challenging translation
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Best vampire lore
The Historian by Elizabeth Kostova
This epic novel spans centuries, tracing the history of Dracula through the eyes of a young woman searching for her missing father. It blends history, folklore, and suspense.
- Detailed research
- Engaging narrative
- Historical context
- Long chapters
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Best Gothic atmosphere
The Shadow of the Wind by Carlos Ruiz Zafon
Set in post-civil war Barcelona, this novel revolves around a young boy who discovers a mysterious book in a secret library called the Cemetery of Forgotten Books. The story unravels the dark past of the author.
- Gothic setting
- Mysterious plot
- Coming-of-age themes
- Slow start
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Best police procedural
The City & The City by China Mieville
This police procedural is set in a world where two cities coexist in the same space, and citizens are trained to 'unsee' the other city. The story follows a detective as he uncovers a conspiracy that threatens the fragile balance between the cities.
- Unique premise
- Gripping mystery
- Philosophical themes
- Complex world-building
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Best young adult fantasy
The Graveyard Book by Neil Gaiman
This Newbery Medal-winning novel tells the story of a young boy who grows up in a graveyard, raised by ghosts and a werewolf after his family is murdered. It's a magical and haunting coming-of-age story.
- Magical world-building
- Relatable protagonist
- Emotional depth
- Somewhat predictable
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Best fantasy crime
The Lies of Locke Lamora by Scott Lynch
This fantasy novel follows a group of con artists in a fantasy version of Renaissance Italy. It's a fast-paced and imaginative tale of adventure, loyalty, and deception.
- Witty dialogue
- Intricate plot
- Morally complex characters
- Graphic violence
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Best reincarnation theme
The First Fifteen Lives of Harry August by Claire North
This thought-provoking novel explores the concept of reincarnation through the life of Harry August, a man who is reborn every time he dies, remembering everything from his past lives. He tries to change the course of history and prevent the end of the world.
- Unique premise
- Well-developed protagonist
- Complex themes
- Heavy themes
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