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Fantasy books📚WORTH reading

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Ever feel duped by books recommended on BookTok? I've been disappointed, too! These are the books I've read that were actually WORTH the read and the hype!
 
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This is a unique story with an interesting magic system. A classical dark romance without being too dark. Very limited spice, which is nice!
One Dark Window (Deluxe Limited Hardcover Edition)
 
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Such a fun read! I really enjoyed the story and constant tug of war between the main characters. It’s not overly tropey which is nice these days!
Heartless Hunter: The Crimson Moth: Book 1 by Kristen Ciccarelli, Hardcover
 
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This book was SO not what I expected but boy did I laugh! With a more mature protagonist comes adult humor and a better gaze than YA. I promise you won’t regret picking this book up!
Swordheart by T. Kingfisher, Hardcover
 
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I can NOT recommend this series enough! The world building is wonderful and the story is epic! It is so well written and even has a little (lot) of spice.
Gild by Raven Kennedy, Paperback
 
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I know, I know. SJM fans are rabid. But I can’t help to say that this story really is worth the read. The character development and growth of everyone involved is so inspiring. If you can get past the cringey fans, I think you will enjoy it. No press...
Throne of Glass Series
 
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This quickly became one of my favorite series! The story is ever evolving and the yearning is everything
Spark of the Everflame: A Novel by Penn Cole, Paperback
 
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I know, not exactly an original recommendation. But any book that includes different types of characters in marginalized groups is worth a read! This book is a great read for the vibes and angst, making it easy to turn your brain off!
Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros, Paperback
 
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The “Grishaverse”, as her fans call it, is a diverse, immersive world featuring many different cultures and rich stories. I highly recommend any works by Leigh Bardugo!
Shadow and Bone (Shadow and Bone Trilogy #1)|Paperback