For readers who fell in love with Harry Potter, finding the next book that delivers the same sense of wonder, adventure, and deep storytelling can be a challenge. Amelia Moon & The Solstice Spectacular by RJ Roark is a perfect follow-up, offering a rich world filled with mystery, magic, and a protagonist whose journey of self-discovery mirrors the best parts of Harry’s. While the book is unique in its approach, it carries the same spirit of unraveling secrets, the bonds of friendship, and the thrill of uncovering a destiny far greater than imagined.
One of the most captivating aspects of Harry Potter is the idea that magic exists just beneath the surface of the everyday world, waiting to be discovered. In Amelia Moon & The Solstice Spectacular, this sense of hidden wonder is woven throughout the story. Set in the small town of Sundance, Wyoming, Amelia’s world appears normal—until she starts uncovering the cosmic mysteries tied to the town’s annual solstice festival. Like Harry stepping into Diagon Alley for the first time, Amelia’s discovery of the extraordinary lurking within the ordinary makes the novel feel immersive and full of possibility. The blend of folklore, celestial phenomena, and secret history gives the story a fresh yet familiar magical atmosphere that will instantly appeal to Harry Potter fans.
Harry Potter’s journey is one of self-discovery—of learning who he is, what he is capable of, and what his place in the world will be. Amelia Moon follows a similar path, though her magic is tied not to spellcasting, but to the mysteries of the universe itself. As she unravels the secrets of the solstice festival, Amelia begins to uncover truths about her own past and her connection to something far greater than she ever imagined. Like Harry, she is a character readers can root for—curious, courageous, and willing to challenge what she has always believed in order to uncover the truth.
One of the most engaging elements of Harry Potter is the way it blends adventure with mystery, giving readers the thrill of piecing together clues alongside its protagonist. Amelia Moon & The Solstice Spectacular offers a similar structure, with an overarching mystery that deepens with every chapter. The riddles, hidden symbols, and cosmic connections at the heart of the story create a puzzle that Amelia—and readers—must solve. Just as Harry, Ron, and Hermione worked to unravel the mysteries of Hogwarts, Amelia and her friends must piece together the secrets of their town’s strange and magical past.
At its core, Harry Potter is a story about friendship, bravery, and finding one's place in the world. These same themes drive Amelia Moon & The Solstice Spectacular. Amelia’s relationships with those around her—both old and new—play a crucial role in her journey, mirroring the deep friendships that made Harry Potter so beloved. The story also carries the idea that courage is not about being fearless, but about facing the unknown despite the fear. Amelia’s path, much like Harry’s, is shaped by choices she must make about who she is and what she stands for.
Harry Potter builds on a wizarding past—Hogwarts’ Founders, the Deathly Hallows—culminating in Voldemort’s terror. Amelia Moon crafts its own mythology: the Seven Sages, daughters of Atlas, preserving wisdom in crystals, with a temple engine staving off disaster. Amelia’s grandmother, a crowned Steward, ties her to this lineage, much as Harry’s parents link him to the Order of the Phoenix. Enter Seth, her great-uncle, and the Thalassodemon—a sinister duo mirroring Voldemort and his Basilisk. Seth’s hiss and the beast’s tentacled menace promise a reckoning, like Voldemort’s return, driving Amelia from observer to defender. Both stories weave a tapestry of ancient stakes and modern battles, gripping readers with the weight of history and the chill of danger.