The House of Night focuses on 16-year-old Zoey Redbird, a new fledgling who enters the eponymous school.
She is marked by the Goddess Nyx and has an affinity with the five elements: air, fire, water, earth, and spirit.
Throughout the series, she and her vampyre friends must work together to stop the Dark Daughters, an elite club at the school, from misusing their abilities.
As the series goes on, Zoey must face the same issues that all other teenagers face while accepting a leadership role among her peers.
We see throughout all twelve novels as Zoey and her friends grow into fully-fledged Vampyres.
Now that you’ve finished reading The House of Night, why not try out these series next? Consider sinking your teeth into House of Night: Other World, Night World, Vampire Academy, City of Bones, or Fallen and add them to your shelf for your next read.
Themes In Marked
There are numerous themes in Marked and the rest of the House of Night series.
Focusing on Zoey Redbird on her journey to become a High Priestess for the Goddess Nyx, there are many different events taking place around her.
Here are some of the key themes we’ve found.
The Supernatural
Zoey Redbird and her classmates have been marked by the Goddess Nyx, and because of that, they’ve become Vampyres.
Now, Zoey has an affinity for all five elements, linking her to supernatural abilities that she must learn to control to reach her goal.
Transformation
As a young adult novel, the whole cast is going through a range of changes (If you liked this, also check out Books Like They Both Die At The End).
But instead of only worrying about puberty, they must now contend with turning into fully-fledged Vampyres.
While contending with the average issues teenagers deal with, they’re also changing from normal teenagers, and then being sent to a boarding school away from everything they know.
Friendship
While romance does play a part in The House of Night series, friendship plays a more significant role.
Zoey makes a ritual circle with her friends, which makes them all more powerful.
In this scenario, her friendships with others make her more powerful than she was before.
Books Like Marked
House Of Night: Other World — P.C. And Kristin Cast
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Loved is the first book in the House of Night: Other World series. There are four books altogether:
Following on from the House of Night series, Other World follows Zoey and the rest of the Nerd Herd a year after the events of Redeemed. With the intention of getting back together for Zoey’s eighteenth birthday, we see the characters attempting to contend with their lives as fully-fledged Vampyres.
Throughout the series, we also find out more about the characters’ family lives and are introduced to Zoey’s younger brother: Kevin. However, we are also introduced to a parallel world where certain events from the House of Night series take place differently, providing a fresh perspective on how different their lives could have been.
Pros
Interesting take on exploring the multiverse.
An exciting return to the House of Night series, a decade after they were written.
Cons
Some readers weren’t a fan of the political commentary throughout the book.
There have been some readers who have noted their displeasure about how the characters have developed.
Themes: Friendship, Supernatural, Family, and Friendship.
Night World — L.J. Smith
Night World is the first of nine books in L.J. Smith’s Night World series.
From the same writer who brought you Vampire Diaries, is a nine-book series focusing on the characters who inhabit the Night World. The Night World series consists of:
There are a number of characters appearing in the Night World series, and throughout it, there are numerous characters introduced to the reader.
Throughout the series, you will find vampires, witches, werewolves, and dragons in this world that coexist alongside our own.
If you want a book that also explores a world that is hidden from normal eyes, then you may enjoy Night World.
Pros
The world is fleshed out and incredibly descriptive.
The characters are well-developed and the romances don’t feel forced.
Cons
Fans have been waiting for the final book since 1998, so it is uncertain if it will be released.
Themes: Friendship, Romance, Supernatural, Family, and Transformation.
Vampire Academy — Richelle Mead
Vampire Academy is the first of six books in Richelle Mead’s series.
It is an international bestseller that focuses on St. Vladimir’s Academy, a boarding school for vampires who are educated in the ways of magic and half-human teenagers.
One of these students is Rose Hathaway, a Dhampir, who is a bodyguard and best friend to Lissa, a Moroi Vampire Princess.
The six books in the Vampire Academy series are as follows:
These books focus on Clary after she witnesses a murder at the hands of three teenagers with a series of strange tattoos.
These are the Shadowhunters, who are dedicated to ridding the world of demons.
She meets Jace, and she becomes a Shadowhunter when her mother disappears and Clary is attacked by demons.
But the Shadowhunters have questions, such as why does Clary have the ability to see them?
If you enjoy the supernatural elements of Marked, then you will love the City of Bones which also includes action that makes it a fast-paced read.
You can travel into another alternate world where Clary, like Zoey, transforms and grows in order to find her mother and defeat the monsters around her.
Pros
It was adapted into a Netflix TV series and has a movie adaptation.
It has in-depth world-building that is enjoyable to many.
Cons
Many people either love it or dislike it, so it does have conflicting reports about whether they have enjoyed it or not.
Not the most original story.
Themes: Family, Friendship, Romance, Young Adult, Supernatural, and Transformation.
Fallen — Lauren Kate
Fallen is the first of six novels in a series by Lauren Kate. The series consists of:
P.C. and Kristin Cast has created a series that is easy to jump into, and it also has a sequel in the form of House of Night: Other World.
For anyone who wants to explore other young adult supernatural novels. You should try out Night World, Vampire Academy, City of Bones, and Fallen.
These are the best novels that you should read if you want a new book to seek your teeth into next.
Hopefully, you’ll find your next favorite read in this selection of young adult novels that all ages can enjoy (Also check out Books Like Dear Martin).
Frequently Asked Questions
Is House Of Night For Adults?
The House of Night series is for older teenagers, as there is some vulgar language and sensual content throughout.
Why Was House Of Night Banned?
The House of Night series was banned by Henderson Junior High School due to the sensual content that is in these books.
Is There A House Of Night Film?
There were plans to adapt five films based on the House of Night series, but the rights to the films expired in the fall of 2020.
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