The Lies of Locke LamoraScott Lynch
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The Lies of Locke Lamora
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Thieves, elaborate schemes, and strong friendships in a criminal world.
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4 Books Like Six of Crows
If you loved Leigh Bardugo's a criminal crew, an elaborate heist, and complicated loyalties, start here.
A good next read doesn't have to repeat the same plot. These suggestions follow different connections to Six of Crows; use the explanation beside each pick to find the experience you want more of.
The picks below come from linked reading discussions and read-alike sources. “Why try it” explanations are editorial summaries. Order is a browsing guide, not a measured similarity ranking. How we choose →
Trickster's ChoiceTamora Pierce
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Trickster's Choice
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Spycraft and political manoeuvring rather than a straightforward heist.
Ace of ShadesAmanda Foody
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Ace of Shades
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Magic and young outsiders navigating a city shaped by crime.
The Bone SeasonSamantha Shannon
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The Bone Season
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A criminal underworld combined with unusual powers and an expanding fantasy setting.
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Which book should I read after Six of Crows?
Start with the connection you want to keep: a criminal crew, an elaborate heist, and complicated loyalties. Read the reasons above rather than treating the first suggestion as a universal best match. A change of tone or pacing can make a book feel very different even when the themes overlap.
Are these sequels or independent recommendations?
This is a read-alike list, rather than a reading order for Six of Crows. Some suggestions begin their own series. Check the linked book information for the appropriate starting volume and whether the series is complete.
Where do these suggestions come from?
The sources below informed this list. Individual recommendations link back to the discussion or read-alike page in which they appeared. Connections are described in our own words; inclusion does not imply unanimous reader agreement.
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