Similar Books
If you’ve ever wondered how many times you write the words, that, just, or really, in your novel, AutoCrit is the tool for you. It evaluates each chapter for character arcs, plotlines, genre, and more. Recently, I toured a feature I hadn’t used before: the Market Fuel tab. In it, you find your likely target audience, the strengths and weaknesses of your book within the genre, and which books your title is most similar to. This last is a helpful tool, since many people ask that question, including prospective agents and publishers.
To my surprise, for Catching Qat, these five epic books showed up:
- The Name of the Wind
Author: Patrick Rothfuss
Year of Publication: 2007
Description: This high fantasy epic follows the life of a gifted young man who becomes a legendary figure. Its intricate world-building, deep exploration of magic and identity, and narrative richness echo the complex, multifaceted storytelling and themes of secret heritage and hidden powers in Catching Qat. - The Lies of Locke Lamora
Author: Scott Lynch
Year of Publication: 2006
Description: Set in a richly detailed, urban fantasy world, this novel follows a group of con artists and thieves navigating treacherous politics and high-stakes heists. Its themes of deceit, undercover identities, and layered intrigue are comparable to the layered narrative of secret identities and mysterious conspiracies in Catching Qat. - Mistborn: The Final Empire
Author: Brandon Sanderson
Year of Publication: 2006
Description: This novel combines a unique magic system with political intrigue and the struggle against oppressive forces. Similar to Catching Qat, it explores hidden powers, secret histories, and the journey of a reluctant hero, all set within a richly imagined world filled with complex characters and dark mysteries. - A Game of Thrones
Author: George R.R. Martin
Year of Publication: 1996
Description: Known for its sprawling cast, political intrigue, and morally ambiguous characters, this epic fantasy presents a world where power, betrayal, and hidden legacies shape destinies. Its tone and intricate web of relationships resonate with the multifaceted plotlines and secretive, tumultuous family dynamics explored in Catching Qat. - The Blade Itself
Author: Joe Abercrombie
Year of Publication: 2006
Description: This grimdark fantasy introduces a cast of anti-heroes caught in a brutal, morally complex world. Its themes of hidden pasts, personal betrayal, and the heavy cost of survival parallel Catching Qat’s exploration of secret identities, familial betrayals, and the internal conflicts of its characters.
So, if you love these books, Catching Qat might be your next favorite read.
Until tomorrow… or tomorrow.
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K.T. Pike 