Fantasy novels (as in adventure and drama, not romance)

Question: Fantasy novels (as in adventure and drama, not romance)

Tolkien books are a given!.!.!. I've read them!. But I'm looking for more!. I heard of Chronicles of Prydain but aren't they children's stories!?

Does anyone know of any good fantasy novels or series for adults!?

Something for someone interested in things like Zelda, Fable, World of Warcraft, Lord of the Rings, The Hobbit, D&D, etc!.Www@QuestionHome@Com

Best Answer - Chosen by Asker:

Riftwar Saga by Raymond Feist!. Start with
Magician: Apprentice and Magician: Master
http://en!.wikipedia!.org/wiki/Raymond_E!._!.!.!.
Pug, an orphan boy is apprenticed to a magician and begins a set of adventures with his friend Thomas as their world is invaded by aliens who enter through a portal!. These books were originally created as an alternate D&D world and quickly grew in popularity causing him to write a lot more books to add to the series!.

Forgotten Realms books by R!. A!. Salvatore
http://en!.wikipedia!.org/wiki/Forgotten_R!.!.!.
There is no easy way to summarize these books, the scope is just too large!. Best I can do is say they are full of adventure, elves, magic, and alternate worlds!. Once you start reading these you will find yourself hooked!.

The Wheel of Time (11 in print, 12th book to be written by Brandon Sanderson) by Robert Jordan
http://en!.wikipedia!.org/wiki/The_Wheel_o!.!.!.
This huge sage takes place in a medievil type world where magic is called the One Power and can only be used by women!. Men who are born with this ability are fated to go insane, if they live that long as once found are usually killed first!. The saga centers around one man who, born with the One Power, is fated to save the world, while trying to save himself from insanity!. The first book takes off slow as the extensive worldbuilding begins to take shape but once you get past that part you will never regret it!.

The Chronicles of Thomas Covenant, the Unbeliever by Stephen R!. Donaldson (1 and 2)
http://en!.wikipedia!.org/wiki/Thomas_Cove!.!.!.
Thomas Covenant is a leper, outcast and misunderstood his disease makes everybody treat him with fear and mistrust!. As a result he lives alone, shunning all human contact as much as possible!. When he is suddenly transported to a world where he is healthy, where health is a very tangible force, he refuses to believe, afraid that if he does he'll cease to focus on the rituals that keep him alive!. This series had a profound effect on me!. The angst of Thomas Covenant, the force with which he refused to believe what was happening to him, the tragic events that have shaped his life were all heart wrenching!. The first 6 books definitely changed how I looked at things, both inside and outside of myself!. (Note I don't care for the new ones written recently, long after the first 2 sets, but thats me!.)

Bone Doll's Twin, Hidden Warrior, Oracle's Queen (Tamir Trilogy) by Lynn Flewelling
http://www!.amazon!.com/s/!?ie=UTF8&keyword!.!.!.
In this story the boy twin is killed at birth and its body imprinted onto the girl twin in order that one day the girl could rule the kingdom (prophecy involved)!. Something goes wrong and the boy twin ends up haunting his sister (who doesn't even know she is a girl)!. This book is a really well crafted mix of ghost story (plenty of those), coming of age, with a twist and traditional fantasy with magic, warriors, witches and of course a well hated villain or 2!.

A Song of Ice and Fire Series (4 in print, 3 planned) by George R!. R!. Martin
http://en!.wikipedia!.org/wiki/A_Song_of_I!.!.!.
A ruthless story about a ruthless world where harsh winterlike conditions make for harsh and gritty characters!. This series has all the typical elements of sword and sorcery; wars, prophecy, dragons (later in the series), invading creatures from another land, treason, betrayal, love, death and loyality!. Martin tells this tale from the viewpoint of many different characters, each bringing a unique perspective on the unforgiving land in which they live!. This series is rift with sex and violence and I do not recommend for younger teens!.

The Sword of Truth, written by Terry Goodkind
http://en!.wikipedia!.org/wiki/The_Sword_o!.!.!.
Set in a medieval type world, Richard Cypher, a woods guide, lends a hand to a stranger who is searching for a nameless Wizard who disappeared many years ago!. Along the way Richard is challenged in every way possible, physically, mentally and emotionally!. This series showcases the virtue of remaining true to yourself and your morals, regardless of what life throws at you!. The author himself says he wrote this series with adults in mind because of the focus on philosophical themes
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Fantasy books

George R!. Martin’s A Song of Fire and Ice saga
Steven Erickson’s A Tale of the Malazan Book of the Fallen saga!.
Parick Ruthrus The Name of the Wind
David Anthony Durham’s Acacia
Robert Jordan’s The Wheel of Time saga
R!. Scott Baker’s Prince of Nothing trilogy!.
Robin Hobb’s Assassin’s Trilogy
Philip Pullman’s His Dark Materials trilogy
Jk Rowling's Harry Potter series!.

This site has descriptions and other recommendations based on these books:
http://bestfantasybooks!.com/
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Phillip Pullman's His Dark Materials (Golden Compass, Subtle Knife, Amber Spyglass)

Mary Stewarts Merlin Triology (Crystal Cave, Hollow Hills, Last Enchantment)

Both of these are re-reads every 5- 10 yrs throughout life!.Www@QuestionHome@Com

You would love Terry Brooks' work!

Some of my favorites are:

The Sword of Shannara
The Elfstones of Shannara
The Wishsong of Shannara

The Heritage of Shannara series

The Voyage of the Jerle Shannara series

They are all fantasic! I cannot stop reading them!Www@QuestionHome@Com

I've heard some good things about the Sword of Truth series from my older friend!. I haven't read them first hand, but he said they're long and good!. So maybe read a summary or two, and see if you like them!.Www@QuestionHome@Com

R!.A!. Salvatore has some good books i mean REALLY good books i havent read them myself but my brothers have and what ive heard that it is awsome!!!!

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You should read all of Raymond E!. Feist!. Amazing books, and plenty of them!. Good luck in your search!.Www@QuestionHome@Com

YOU SHOULD READ JAKIE COLLINS!.!. ALL HER BOOKS ARE GOOD!.!.!. MY FAV ONE IS DANGEROUS KISS!.!.!.!. MY BOY FRIEND LOVES READING HER BOOKS!.!.!.Www@QuestionHome@Com

Circue du Freak by Darren StanWww@QuestionHome@Com

try the series Deltora Quest!. they were my favorite, and fun to read!.Www@QuestionHome@Com

Have u read the Golden Compass!?Www@QuestionHome@Com