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Best Fantasy Book Series for Adults
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items These are hands down my absolute favorite fantasy reads. If you're looking for huge worlds, gray characters, and plots that will completely consume your weekend, start here.
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A Game of Thrones by George R. R. Martin is a dark epic fantasy full of political intrigue, shifting alliances and complex characters you’ll either love or hate. Dark, intense, and impossible not to get invested in.
A Game of Thrones (A Song of Ice and Fire #1) by George R. R. Martin
A Clash of Kings by George R. R. Martin raises the stakes with shifting alliances, high-stake battles, and Daenerys growing into one of the most compelling characters in the series.
A Clash of Kings (A Song of Ice and Fire #2) by George R. R. Martin
A Storm of Swords by George R. R. Martin is a dark epic fantasy packed with shocking twists, brutal power shifts, and Daenerys rising even further into her strength.
A Storm of Swords (A Song of Ice and Fire #3) by George R. R. Martin
A Feast for Crows by George R. R. Martin leans into the politics and consequences of power. Layered, darker, and full of political intrigue.
A Feast for Crows (A Song of Ice and Fire #4) by George R. R. Martin
A Dance with Dragons by George R. R. Martin plunges readers deeper into the brutal power struggles of Westeros and beyond. Across the Narrow Sea, Daenerys Targaryen fights to rule Meereen while struggling to control her growing dragons.
A Dance with Dragons (A Song of Ice and Fire #5) by George R. R. Martin
George R. R. Martin’s a Game of Thrones 5-Book Boxed set includes the complete epic fantasy series A Song of Ice and Fire: A Game of Thrones, A Clash of Kings, A Storm of Swords, A Feast for Crows, and A Dance with Dragons.
George R. R. Martin's A Game of Thrones 5-Book Boxed Set (Song of Ice and Fire Series)
The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien follows Bilbo Baggins on an unexpected adventure filled with dragons, dwarves, and a fair bit of trouble. A timeless fantasy classic for anyone who loves a good story.
The Hobbit
The Fellowship of the Ring by J.R.R. Tolkien follows Frodo Baggins on a dangerous quest to destroy a powerful ring before it falls into the hands of evil.
The Fellowship of the Ring (The Lord of the Rings, Part 1)
The Two Towers by J.R.R. Tolkien continues Frodo's journey to Mordor as Middle-earth faces growing darkness. Full of adventure, friendship, and remarkable characters, it's a must-read for any fantasy lover.
The Two Towers (Lord of the Rings Part 2)
The Return of the King by J.R.R. Tolkien brings the Lord of the Rings trilogy to its epic conclusion, with the final battle for Middle-earth and Frodo's last steps towards destroying the One Ring. A classic fantasy read worth experiencing.
The Return of the King (Lord of the Rings Part 3)
The Eye of the World by Robert Jordan is the start of an epic fantasy series filled with magic, ancient prophecies, and a journey that changes everything.
The Eye of the World (The Wheel of Time Series #1)
The Great Hunt by Robert Jordan follows Rand and his companions as they set out to recover the stolen Horn of Valere, facing dangerous enemies and discovering more about Rand's mysterious destiny.
The Great Hunt (The Wheel of Time Series #2)
The Dragon Reborn by Robert Jordan follows Rand al'Thor as he struggles to accept his role as the Dragon Reborn while his friends search for him.
The Dragon Reborn (The Wheel of Time Series #3)
The Shadow Rising by Robert Jordan follows Rand as he travels to the Aiel Waste to learn more about his destiny, while his friends face their own dangerous challenges.
The Shadow Rising (The Wheel of Time Series #4)
The Fires of Heaven by Robert Jordan follows Rand as he grows into his role as the Dragon Reborn, while Nynaeve and Elayne hunt for a powerful enemy.
The Fires of Heaven (The Wheel of Time Series #5)
Lord of Chaos by Robert Jordan follows Rand as he builds his power and prepares for the Last Battle, while enemies close in from every side.
Lord of Chaos (The Wheel of Time Series #6)