12 books featuring enchanted artifacts of power
There’s a magnetic allure to enchanted artifacts — ancient objects pulsing with magic, steeped in legend, and brimming with the potential to change worlds. These relics are not mere trinkets; they are keys to forgotten realms, sources of immense power, and catalysts that spark epic adventures. Whether a glowing amulet, a cursed crown, or a mystical talisman, these enchanted artifacts weave their own stories of wonder, danger, and destiny.
Dive into these 12 mesmerizing books where enchanted artifacts take center stage, drawing heroes and villains alike into quests filled with mystery, magic, and monumental stakes.
1. The Name of the Wind by Patrick Rothfuss
Kvothe’s journey is shadowed by the search for rare and powerful artifacts — from arcane tomes to mysterious relics — each imbued with magic that can unlock hidden truths or unleash untold forces.
2. The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern
Within a magical circus that appears without warning, enchanted objects shimmer with otherworldly power — keys to illusions, portals to dreams, and artifacts that bind fates together.
3. Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell by Susanna Clarke
Set in an England where magic returns, enchanted relics play pivotal roles — from spellbound books to mystical coins — each holding secrets that could tip the balance of power.
4. The Poppy War by R.F. Kuang
In a world torn by war and ancient gods, enchanted artifacts like the jade amulet become deadly conduits of power, shaping destinies and shifting the tides of battle.
5. The Priory of the Orange Tree by Samantha Shannon
This sprawling epic features enchanted relics tied to dragons and magic — powerful artifacts that can ignite ancient prophecies or quell the fiery breath of chaos.
6. The Dark Tower Series by Stephen King
Roland’s quest is littered with enchanted objects — guns, talismans, and symbols — each vibrating with the mysterious forces that bind multiple worlds and destinies.
7. The Magicians by Lev Grossman
Magic isn’t just spells and potions; enchanted artifacts like ancient rings and enchanted books hold layers of power and secrets that unlock the hidden realms of Fillory.
8. Mistborn Series by Brandon Sanderson
While magic in this world is fueled by metals, powerful artifacts like the Lord Ruler’s hemalurgic spikes become enchanted tools that can grant, steal, or amplify extraordinary abilities.
9. The Graveyard Book by Neil Gaiman
A mysterious book with enchanted pages becomes a beacon of knowledge and power, guiding a boy raised by ghosts through shadows and secrets alike.
10. Circe by Madeline Miller
Enchanted artifacts—from golden crowns to divine talismans—are imbued with the gods’ favor and wrath, shaping the fate of mortals and immortals alike in this retelling of myth.
11. The Bear and the Nightingale by Katherine Arden
Folklore and enchantment intertwine, with mystical charms and enchanted relics guarding ancient magic, spirits, and the fragile balance between worlds.
12. Neverwhere by Neil Gaiman
Beneath the city lies a world of magic where enchanted artifacts—keys, swords, and rings—hold the power to unlock hidden doors and reveal dark secrets in the shadows of London Below.
Each of these stories invites you to lose yourself in worlds where enchanted artifacts are more than just objects — they are living legacies of magic, mystery, and might. They beckon the brave, challenge the cunning, and shape the destinies of all who dare to grasp them. Ready to discover the relic that could change everything? Step inside these pages and let the magic take hold.
