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# ''[[House of Many Ways]]'' (2008)
Every book introduces a new character as the main focus. ''Howl's Moving Castle'' introduces Sophie and Howl, who recur throughout the series. ''Castle in the Air'' introduces Abdullah and Flower-in-the-Night, and ''House of Many Ways'' introduces Charmain Baker and Peter. In addition, each book introduces a new setting, as well as new locations. Each book can thus be read as a stand-alone, without reading any of the sequels of prequels.
Sophie and Howl, as well as other members of their household like Calcifer, plays a role in all three books. Their characters develop throughout the series, with most of the development occurring in ''Howl's Moving Castle''. The second book introduces their child Morgan and how djinns turned their life upside-down, and the third focuses on their interactions with Morgan, the fire demon Calcifer, and the King of High Norland.
In 2004, an [[Howl's Moving Castle (anime)|animated adaption]] of the first novel was released, directed by [[Hayao Miyazaki]] of the world famous [[Studio Ghibli]]. No
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* [[Heroes Want Redheads]]: Sophie, at least in her normal form, has flowing red hair.
* [[The Illegible]]: Howl. In both ''Howl's Moving Castle'' and ''House of Many Ways'' there are references to his handwriting being frankly horrible - both Sophie and Charmain wonder to themselves if he uses a pen or a poker when he's writing.
* [[In Which a Trope Is Described]]: All chapters of the three books are named like this.
* [[Large Ham]]: Howl.
* [[Mama Bear]]: Sophie in ''Castle in the Air'' and ''House of Many Ways.'' Do NOT harm Morgan Jenkins if you know what's good for you.
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