I was thinking about buying a book, but dont know what to get.. I've had a quick look around at various book stores, but nothing peeked my interest. I was wondering if you guys might have any suggestions? I prefer fantasy novels over any other, maybe something actiony.
I've not read the series myself, but I've heard A Game of Thrones (first novel in the Song of Fire and Ice series) is excellent.
If you're into more contemporary fantasy (Fantasy set in the modern day) the Dresden Files is a great read - the series revolves around Harry Dresden, a wizard-for-hire living in Chicago as he fights supernatural threats, including vampires, demons and sorcerers. The main character is a total wiseass, which leads to a lot of humor in the writing.
As for more traditional fantasy, I might actually look into the Warcraft novels, many of which are very well-done. The War of the Ancients trilogy is pretty good, and I heartily recommend the Warcraft Archive (Consisting of Day of the Dragon, The Last Guardian, Lord of the Clans, and Of Blood and Honor). It's a great read, and if you're into Warcraft at all, it tells a lot about the backstory of some places in the world, including the Second War that came before Warcraft 3.
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If you are interested in Epic Fantasy I would suggest The Way of Kings and Mistborn by Brandon Sanderson. If you are more for a short thiller fantasy I suggest I Am Not A Serial Killer by Dan Wells.
If you are interested in Epic Fantasy I would suggest The Way of Kings and Mistborn by Brandon Sanderson. If you are more for a short thiller fantasy I suggest I Am Not A Serial Killer by Dan Wells.
Yes yes yes yes yes. Brandon Sanderson's books are among the best fantasy novels I know of.
As for Dan Wells...if you go into his books expecting fantasy, you will be disappointed. They're horror novels with a few fantastical elements (still very much worth reading, though).
Other recommendations I have:
-The Leap, by Jonathan Stroud. It is my favorite book, bar none. The author's other books (especially the Bartimaeus trilogy) are excellent also.
-The Keys to the Kingdom series by Garth Nix. They are arguably aimed at a somewhat younger audience, but are a whole lot of fun to read.
-The Ranger's Apprentice series. My family really loves this one; I don't see their obsession with it but think it's worth reading nonetheless.
Also, why buy books straight off? I would strongly recommend checking them out from a library first.
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If you're into more contemporary fantasy (Fantasy set in the modern day) the Dresden Files is a great read - the series revolves around Harry Dresden, a wizard-for-hire living in Chicago as he fights supernatural threats, including vampires, demons and sorcerers. The main character is a total wiseass, which leads to a lot of humor in the writing.
As for more traditional fantasy, I might actually look into the Warcraft novels, many of which are very well-done. The War of the Ancients trilogy is pretty good, and I heartily recommend the Warcraft Archive (Consisting of Day of the Dragon, The Last Guardian, Lord of the Clans, and Of Blood and Honor). It's a great read, and if you're into Warcraft at all, it tells a lot about the backstory of some places in the world, including the Second War that came before Warcraft 3.
Want to know more? Check out the beginnings of my novel, Chronicles of Light, at Figment.com. Latest update: Chapter 1: Life of a Thief.
Yes yes yes yes yes. Brandon Sanderson's books are among the best fantasy novels I know of.
As for Dan Wells...if you go into his books expecting fantasy, you will be disappointed. They're horror novels with a few fantastical elements (still very much worth reading, though).
Other recommendations I have:
-The Leap, by Jonathan Stroud. It is my favorite book, bar none. The author's other books (especially the Bartimaeus trilogy) are excellent also.
-The Keys to the Kingdom series by Garth Nix. They are arguably aimed at a somewhat younger audience, but are a whole lot of fun to read.
-The Ranger's Apprentice series. My family really loves this one; I don't see their obsession with it but think it's worth reading nonetheless.
Also, why buy books straight off? I would strongly recommend checking them out from a library first.