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Books like Fairy Tale
Fairy Tale by Stephen King: what to read next, and why.
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The Ocean at the End of the Lane
Also a dark fairy story seen through a young narrator, but much shorter and more dreamlike.
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The Neverending Story
A classic about slipping out of the ordinary world into a vast, imperilled fantasy land, with a gentler touch.
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The Institute
Another King novel built around a resourceful young hero up against a hidden, ruthless power.