Man, I love talking about 'By Hook or by Crook'! It’s one of those hidden gems that sticks with you. Sadly, as far as I know, there aren’t any official sequels to it. The story wraps up pretty neatly, but I’ve always felt like there was room for more—maybe exploring the side characters’ backstories or diving deeper into the world-building. I’ve scoured forums and publisher announcements, and nada. But hey, fanfiction communities have picked up the slack! Some amazing writers have crafted their own continuations, and a few are shockingly good. If you’re craving more, that’s where I’d look.
Sometimes, the lack of sequels is a blessing in disguise. It leaves the story intact, untarnished by rushed follow-ups. 'By Hook or by Crook' stands strong on its own, and that’s rare these days. I’ve reread it a dozen times, and each time, I notice new details—little foreshadowing bits or character quirks I missed before. Maybe some stories are just meant to be one-and-done.
Nope, no sequels—but man, what a ride that book was! I stumbled onto it years ago, and it’s still in my top 10. The dialogue crackles, the twists hit hard, and the ending? Chef’s kiss. I’d kill for more, but sometimes the mystery is part of the fun. Like, what did happen to [redacted spoiler character] after the finale? My headcanon’s wilder than any sequel could be.
I’ve had this exact conversation with my book club! We all adored 'By Hook or by Crook,' and yeah, no sequels exist. The author’s pretty active on social media, though, and they’ve hinted at maybe revisiting the universe someday—but no promises. In the meantime, I’ve filled the void with similar vibes. Ever read 'the lies of locke lamora'? It’s got that same clever, gritty charm. Or 'six of crows' for heist shenanigans.
Honestly, part of me hopes the author never caves to sequel pressure. Not every story needs a Part 2, y’know? 'By Hook or by Crook' is tight, self-contained, and perfect as-is. Forcing a sequel could ruin the magic. But if one does drop someday, you bet I’ll be first in line—cautiously optimistic, of course.
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