klarusu: Similar atmosphere - dark Welsh mythology and a teenage protagonist in The Owl Service

Sakerfalcon: Both books vividly depict the merging of past and present, and have a strong sense of place and of local folklore.

souloftherose: Although The Box of Delights was written in 1935 and The Dark is Rising was written in the 1970s, both books have a similar sense of magic, mystery and menace running through them. Both are part of series but can be read without having read the earlier books in the series.… (més)

electronicmemory: Both books have beautifully written prose, elegantly sketched worlds, and stories that stay with you long after you've finished. Two young protagonists must face overwhelming dark forces as they struggle with isolation from their peers and allies.… (més)

LongDogMom: Similar style of writing and atmosphere.

TillyWiz: A 21st century reimagining - Cooper's moral absolutism and obeisance to traditional authority figures is out; subversion of traditional fantasy tropes, shades-of-grey, and diverse representation are in.