Among my favorite books you will find a similar theme; I love books that are enchanting. Books that are deep yet ethereal. So I made a list of these magical delights.
Here is my list of enchant worthy books:
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Beauty
This is a wonderful re-telling of the classic Beauty and The Beast by Robin McKinley. Beauty and The Beast is my favorite fairy tale story (go figure.) The tale itself is mysterious and beautiful. I love this adaptation, it captured the essence of Beauty and The Beast perfectly.
Rated: 4.6 on amazon.com
Book Bean: Matcha Green Tea
This book is less dark and eerie and more midsummer night dreamy.

The Gargoyle
I know I have mentioned this book before, but it’s my favorite so what can I say. This book by Andrew Davidson is so captivating and lovely. I read it and wanted to flip back to the front and start over. It was like a novel of pure poetry.
Rated: 4.3 on amazon.com
Book Bean: Cinnamon Dulce Mocha
Mocha with vanilla extract and sprinkled with cinnamon.


Sabriel
This is the first book in a series “The Abhorsen Trilogy” by Garth Nix. I loved this whole series. The world Garth Nix created IS so very enchanting. The writing was great, the story was enthralling, and reading it was blissful.
Rated: 4.7 on amazon.com
Book Bean: Dirty Chai
Either a shot of espresso in your Chai or reverse it and
put a shot of Chai in your black coffee.


The Chronicles of Narnia
Again yes I’ve mentioned these books before but I have to include them as an enchanting series. They are magical and delightful and I adore each book. When you read them you enter another world, from which you never want to return.
Rated: 4.7 on amazon.com
Book Bean: Peppermint Hot Cocoa
Add a little peppermint extract to your favorite cocoa or
use candies for sweeter twist.

The Secret Garden
I really love this story. It is very endearing and has great character development. It’s a story of self-discovery, friendship, and of making the best from hardships and adversity. I loved the message, it is one that has stayed with me through the years.
Rated: 4.6 on amazon.com
Book Bean: Lavender tea with raw honey.
I love lavender tea and it is so good alone or with a drizzle of raw honey.
These books captivate me with an allure that make me want to read them again, just to experience the feeling and emotions time after time.
This post inspires me to drop everything and read on this rainy afternoon. Good job!
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There’s nothing better than curling up with a great book and a hot drink on a rainy day!
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We are truly kindred spirits. I can’t survive without coffee and I loved all of these books. Sabriel struck a real chord with me. I got lost in it.
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I feel like Sabriel is kind of this under the radar fantastic book, that I need to tell more people about. However, when I do because they haven’t heard of it they shrug it off like “sure I’ll read it sometime” meanwhile I’m like NO it’s SO good, go read it now and tell me what you think? I love to discuss books. I’m so glad to have this place now, with great people who are as obsessed with books as I am!
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Great illustration!
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The Secret Garden remains a favorite. I’m going to look up The Gargoyle. Sounds interesting. Love this post…can never read enough about books and it’s always wonderful to see what others recommend. Thank you.
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I hope you like The Gargoyle, not everyone sees it as I do. If you read it please let me know your thoughts. I’ve only known one other to have read it, and I’m dying for feedback. 🙂
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I’m learning we have similar taste! That makes reading your blog that much more enjoyable 🙂
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Glad to here it 🙂 What is your favorite book? If you can choose 🙂
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I loved reading Beauty but after reading the comments, I’m very interested in checking out Gargoyle.
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If you liked “Beauty” I think you will like it. They are different in that Beauty is more on the light fluffy side and The Gargoyle is dark, mysterious, and poetic. However, they are both B&TB themed.
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Can’t wait!
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Oh my goodness – Secret Garden is one of those books that I’ve read over and over again. It grabs me just as much now as it did when I was in elementary school. Gargoyle sounds really interesting… I hadn’t heard of that one before but I think I’m going to add it to the list!
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I hope you do! And please share thoughts once you’ve read it 🙂
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Hmm, lavender tea. Never tried that before. I’d like to try both it and its companion book.
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The Tea I have is Earl Grey infused with lavender, but the lavender is the most prominent flavor. 🙂
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I love the last two on your list, but I haven’t heard of the other three. Will have to check them out!
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If you like the Narnia books and Secret Garden, Beauty is right up your alley. 🙂
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Good to know… thanks! 🙂
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I have read the last two. Narnia to children who loved it; The Secret Garden to me who loved it. The Wind in The Willows is a lifetime favourite. As a 10 year old, I devoured Patricia Lynch’s Brogeen stories
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The Wind in The Willows is on my to-read list. I haven’t heard of the Brogeen stories, so I’ll be looking into those now 🙂
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Brogan was a leprechaun. I am going back more than 60 years!
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Thanks for the great list. I have only read Secret Garden. Sabriel and Chronicles of Narnia are on my reading list. Cheers 😉
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I hope you get to them! The Lion The Witch and The Wardrobe is a great one to read this time of year 🙂
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Thx for the follow. We are big readers too and love all things mocha latte. Following now too
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Awesome 🙂
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My wife has a book blog. Bookalogue.wordpress.com
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I always have loved the secret garden!!
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🙂
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I really enjoyed looking around your blog. Your word play is very clever. Also, thank you for following my blog. I too love to read, drink coffee, discuss books, and write them.
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Thank you! Glad to connect 🙂
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Yes.
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The Secret Garden is one of my favorites. Another is The Last Unicorn.
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Love The Last Unicorn!
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Some fab choices. Which is your favourite in the Narnia series?
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I love them all, but probably “The Lion The Witch and The Wardrobe.”
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Is it just me who loves The Horse and his Boy?
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No, I love it!
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Thanks Abby Lu, Love almost all of these…though I haven’t read Garth Nix or The Gargoyle. I’ll have to check in on them. You liked Ender’s Game so I think you might also like Enchanted by Card. It is his very Russian folklore take on Sleeping Beauty set between medieval times and modern day. Very good! Jo
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That certainly sounds like something I would like! Thank you for the recommendation. 🙂
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So I looked up “Enchanted!” It has now made it into an upcoming post “Enchanting Wishlist.” It sounds amazing! Thank you again for bringing it to my attention.
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