Whenever someone asks for a recommendation based on the fact that they loved Harry Potter, it's a loaded question. However, I think The Marvellers is a perfect solution to that all too common inquiry. It has enough similarities in the "magic school" setup to satisfy lovers of that genre, but many unique aspects so it feels like a fresh take, a new interpretation, rather than a rehash. The magic system is fun and unique, with guidelines that offer a familiar sense of categorization (joining one of five paragons largely based on the senses), yet a lot of flexibility within each group to allow for many imaginative showings of power. The fact that it addresses American slavery as part of the divide between Marvellers and Conjurors makes the story feel authentic; it uses real-life tension to add to the drama of the fantasy world. Also, it is much more internationally inclusive than the aforementioned Harry Potter without feeling forced. This was a delight to read, and I look forward to the next installment!