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Follow Kvothe's journey from a young boy in a traveling troupe to one of the most renowned magicians in his world. This captivating first-person narrative takes readers through the highs and lows of Kvothe's life, including his time as a near-feral orphan and his daring entrance into a legendary school of magic. Immerse yourself in the mind and body of a wizard in this thrilling novel.
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In a world inspired by ancient Rome, Laia is a slave living in poverty with her family. When her brother is arrested for treason, she agrees to spy for rebels in exchange for help. At the military academy, she meets Elias, a soldier being trained to enforce the empire's tyranny. As their destinies become intertwined, they must make choices that will change the fate of the Empire itself.
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This epic fantasy tale transports readers to a world torn apart by war and storms. Once living in Heaven, mankind was forced to take root on Roshar after the Voidbringers captured their previous home. The Almighty gifted humans with powerful Shardblades to defend themselves against the Voidbringers, and led by ten orders of knights known as Radiants, they appear to have won the war. But centuries later, the world is still at war with itself, each king vying for more Shardblades to unite all of mankind under one throne. Join a young spearman in his journey to fight a war against an unknown enemy and uncover the forgotten secrets of this mysterious world.
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Sahil LavingiaAmidst a world in chaos, with violence and nightmares everywhere, follow the story of Jorg Ancrath as he transforms from a privileged royal to the leader of a band of outlaws known as the "Prince of Thorns". With the ability to master the living and the dead, Jorg faces his childhood horrors and carves out a path to the throne. A tale of blood, treachery, and brotherhood, this debut novel by Mark Lawrence is both compelling and brutal, with unexpected twists and moments of beauty.
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A mercenary with a unique skillset is hired to find a missing child in this captivating mix of myth, fantasy, and history. Tracker joins a group of unusual characters, including a shape-shifting man-animal, to search for the boy. Drawing from African history and mythology, Marlon James has penned an unforgettable adventure that explores truths, power, ambition, and our need to understand them all. The first novel in the Dark Star trilogy, Black Leopard, Red Wolf defies categorization and is an ambitious, involving read.
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This historical fiction delves into the scandalous reign of Philip the Fair, the cold and unyielding king who rules with an iron fist. His family is plagued with weakness and adultery, and scandal and intrigue are weaving a web around him. But his downfall will come from an unexpected source when he persecutes the Knights Templar, drawing upon himself a curse that will destroy his entire dynasty. A must-read for any fan of Game of Thrones.
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Embark on an epic journey of power and redemption with a young sorcerer named Ged, who unleashes a dark force upon the world in his pursuit of knowledge. Follow his quest to master the powerful words of magic, subdue a fierce dragon, and face death itself to restore balance to Earthsea.
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A world of magic, mystery, intrigue, romance, and adventure awaits in this modern fantasy masterpiece. The first volume of an epic series, this tale of lords, ladies, soldiers, and sorcerers features the harsh Starks of Winterfell at its center, surrounded by supernatural forces massing beyond the protective Wall. As winter looms and conflict brews, characters traverse a land of extremes and undertake dangerous journeys, all for the ultimate prize: the game of thrones.
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Elon MuskIn a world familiar with struggle, a land known as the Stillness is torn apart when three terrible events occur in a single day. A schoolteacher, Essun must navigate through the fall of an empire, a world-changing rift, and the kidnapping of her daughter. Armed with the power of the earth and willing to break the world apart to save her child, Essun is a force to be reckoned with in this riveting tale.
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When magic has disappeared from the land, a vicious king reigns from his throne of glass. In a brutal competition to find the greatest assassin in the kingdom, a female assassin named Celaena Sardothien fights not to kill, but to win her freedom. As her competitors start dying, one by one, Celaena's fight for freedom becomes a desperate quest to uncover the source of the evil before it destroys her world. With a provocative Crown Prince and a loyal Captain of the Guard by her side, she'll need every ounce of skill to survive.
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This epic fantasy series, often compared to J.R.R. Tolkien's works, has earned millions of loyal readers and international acclaim for its immersive storytelling. The entire collection, which inspired HBO's "Game of Thrones," is now available in one boxed set. Follow the powerful and wealthy Lannisters, the noble Starks of Winterfell, and the exiled Targaryens as they navigate the treacherous politics of the Seven Kingdoms. A must-read for any fan of the genre.
Song of the Lioness Quartet by Tamora Pierce
The Wise Man's Fear by Patrick Rothfuss
The Lord of the Rings by J. R. R. Tolkien
Six of Crows by Leigh Bardugo
Mistborn by Brandon Sanderson
Wheel of Time by Robert Jordan
The Lies of Locke Lamora by Scott Lynch
The Dark Tower 8-Book Boxed Set by Stephen King
Dune by Frank Herbert
Red Rising by Pierce Brown
Circe by Madeline Miller
The Warded Man by Peter V. Brett
The Priory of the Orange Tree by Samantha Shannon
The Hero and the Crown by Robin McKinley
The Blade Itself by Joe Abercrombie
The Eye of the World by Robert Jordan
Assassin's Apprentice by Robin Hobb
The Poppy War by R. F Kuang
Shadow & Claw by Gene Wolfe
Lionheart by Sharon Kay Penman
His Majesty's Dragon by Naomi Novik
Lion of Ireland by Morgan Llywelyn
Kushiel's Dart by Jacqueline Carey
The Color of Magic by Terry Pratchett
The Silmarillion by J. R. R. Tolkien
Who Fears Death by Nnedi Okorafor
The White Queen by Philippa Gregory
Shadow and Bone by Leigh Bardugo
The Gunslinger by Stephen King
The Black Company by Glen Cook
Gardens of the Moon by Steven Erikson
The Hundred Thousand Kingdoms by N. K. Jemisin
The Darkness That Comes Before by R. Scott Bakker
The King of Vinland's Saga by Stuart W Mirsky
The Court of Broken Knives by Anna Smith Spark